Woody Allen excelled as Alvy Singer in ANNIE HALL and as Miles Monroe in SLEEPER. Short, ethnic, nervous, and bespectacled, Woody Allen was a truly unusual 1970's icon/sex symbol. (more)
Julie's otable movies include: MARY POPPINS, 10, VICTOR/VICTORIA, and THE PRINCESS DIARIES. Julie's defining role was as Maria Von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Julie Andrews won the Best Actress Award for MARY POPPINS. (more)
A singer, dancer and actor, Fred Astaire was an extraordinary talent who made everything he did look easy. Astaire's defining role was in TOP HAT. (more)
Bacall has been tempting men as "the seductress" thanks to her line to Bogart: "If you want anything, just whistle. You know how to whistle, don't you Steve? Just put your lips together and blow."
Lauren's notable films include: THE BIG SLEEP and KEY LARGO. (more)
Young, handsome, and sexy, Warren Beatty stirred the hearts of many a woman in the 1960's.
Warren Beatty's defining role was as the outlaw in BONNIE AND CLYDE. Beatty's notable films include: SHAMPOO, HEAVEN CAN WAIT, REDS, and DICK TRACY. (more)
Swedish born Ingrid Bergman won three Oscars for her acting in GASLIGHT, ANASTASIA, and MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS. Bergman's defining role was as Bogart's old romance in CASABLANCA. (more)
Unusual looking and sounding, Humphrey Bogart began his career playing bad guys, then later became an unlikely, but effective leading man. Bogie's defining role would be as Rick the club owner in CASABLANCA.
Bogart won the Best Actor award for THE AFRICAN QUEEN. Notable films also include: THE MALTESE FALCON and THE CAINE MUTINY. (more)
Handsome, sexy and primal, Marlon Brando was like a force of nature when he exploded on the screen in the 1950's. Although critics complained that he mumbled, the audience, particularly young people, went wild over him.
Considered by some to be the finest actor of his generation, Marlon Brando's defining role would be as the brutish Stanley Kowalski in STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE for which he won a Best Actor Award. (more)
Charles Bronson is best known for his tough, cold, violent characters in action thrillers and suspense films. His defining role that made him an American star, was his 1974 mega hit, DEATH WISH.
Bronson's s notable credits include: THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN. THE GREAT ESCAPE, THE SANDPIPERS, and THE DIRTY DOZEN. (more)
After the television series REMINGTON STEELE, Pierce Brosnan's notable credits include: MRS. DOUBTFIRE, DANTE'S PEAK, TOMORROW NEVER DIES, GOLDENEYE, and DIE ANOTHER DAY. (more)
Richard Burton was a regal, commanding presence of the 1960's cinema.
Burton's defining role was as a fallen priest in NIGHT OF THE IGUANA. Other notable films include: CLEOPATRA, THE LONGEST DAY, BECKETT, EQUUS, and WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? (more)
Cage's defining role was in RAISING ARIZONA. His other notable films include: THE ROCK, PEGGY SUE GOT MARRIED, NATIONAL TREASURE, THE FAMILY MAN, and ADAPTATION. Nicolas Cage won his Best Actor award for his performance in LEAVING LAS VEGAS. (more)
Fast talking, fast dancing, gangster, entertainer, leading man, James Cagney's energetic style created a unique niche in the 1940's film world.
James Cagney's defining role would be as entertainer George M. Cohan in the popular YANKEE DOODLE DANDY. Cagney's notable films include: THE ROARING TWENTIES, THE STRAWBERRY BLONDE, and MISTER ROBERTS.(more)
Rubber faced and antic, Jim Carrey apparently fills the vacuum left when Jerry Lewis' career went into decline. Jim Carrey who labored for years on "In Living Color", exploded on the screen with ACE VENTURA: PET DETECTIVE, which is also his defining role.
Carrey's notable films include: THE MASK, BATMAN FOREVER, THE TRUMAN SHOW, and BRUCE ALMIGHTY. (more)
His first big hit in America was RUSH HOUR. The American film that made Chan a huge star in America was SHANGHAI NOON. Jackie Chan followed this big success up with RUSH HOUR 2 and SHANGHAI KNIGHTS. (more)
Charles "Charlie" Chaplin was one of the first super stars of cinema, and he made the transition from the silent era to the talkies.
Charlie Chaplin's defining role was in CITY LIGHTS. Other notable Charlie Chaplin films include: MODERN TIMES, THE GREAT DICTATOR, and MONSIEUR VERDOUX. (more)
Handsome, sensitive, and seemingly fragile, Clift represented the kind of screen icon that women wanted to love and nurture.
Clift's defining role would have to be as the doomed trumpet player in FROM HERE TO ETERNITY. His other notable films include: A PLACE IN THE SUN, RAINTREE COUNTY, RED RIVER, LAST SUMMER, WILD RIVER, and JUDGEMENT AT NUREMBERG. (more)
George Clooney's notable credits include: OCEAN'S TWELVE, OCEAN'S ELEVEN, THE PERFECT STORM, FROM DUSK TILL DAWN, BATMAN & ROBIN, and O' BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU? George won the Best Supporting Actor award for his performance in SYRIANA. (more)
Sean's defining role would be as James Bond in the classic FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE. His notable credits include: OUTLAND, THE ROCK, GOLDFINGER, THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER, and INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE.
Sean Connery won a Best Supporting award for his performance in THE UNTOUCHABLES. (more)
Tall, lean, and slow speaking, Gary Cooper had a great, long career. His defining role was as SERGEANT YORK. Gary's notable films include FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS, PRIDE OF THE YANKEES, BALL OF FIRE, and HIGH NOON.
Cooper won two Best Actor Oscars: SERGEANT YORK and HIGH NOON.(more)
Handsome, fit, and extremely likable, Kevin Costner came out of nowhere (he played the corpse being dressed at the start of THE BIG CHILL to become a huge star of the 1980's.
His defining role was in FIELD OF DREAMS. Costner's other notable films include: THE UNTOUCHABLES, NO WAY OUT, BULL DURHAM, JFK, THIRTEEN DAYS, and DANCES WITH WOLVES. (more)
Joan's defining role was in the 1945 Warner Brother classic, MILDRED PIERCE, where she played a housewife who turns into a successful business woman. Joan Crawford won her Best Actress Oscar for her performance.
Joan Crawford's notable credits include: GRAND HOTEL, POSSESSED, SUDDEN FEAR, and WHAT HAPPENED TO BABY JANE? (more)
American star, and former band singer, who's real name was Harry Lillis Crosby. Bing Crosby was born in Tacoma. His biggest commercial movie blockbuster was WHITE CHRISTMAS.
Bing's notable credits include: THE BELLS OF ST. MARY'S and THE COUNTRY GIRL.(more)
Handsome, likable, and easy to identify with, Tom Cruise climbed to heights in the 1980s that other stars could only envy from afar.
His defining role was as a fighter pilot in TOP GUN. Tom's notable films include: RAINMAN, A FEW GOOD MEN, THE FIRM, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE, JERRY MAQUIRE, THE COLOR OF MONEY, and MINORITY REPORT.(more)
Crystal is defined by his portrayal of an advertising man, Mitch suffering from a mid-life crisis and finds peace on a cattle drive, in the film, CITY SLICKERS.
Billy Crystal's other noteable films include: WHEN HARRY MET SALLY, MEMORIES OF ME, DECONSTRUCTING HARRY, THROW MAMA FROM THE TRAIN, and ANALYZE THIS.(more)
Tony Curtis was an incredibly popular screen idol. Blessed with great looks and an athletic grace, Curtis had millions of avid fans around the world.
His defining role would be in OPERATION PETTICOAT as the fast talking conman. Other notable roles include: THE DEFIANT ONES, THE SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and THE GREAT RACE. (more)
By the 1960s Doris Day had become the queen of the suggestive (for the time) Hollywood sex comedy, usually opposite Rock Hudson.
Doris Day's defining role was with THAT TOUCH OF MINK as a "good girl" pursued by a playboy. Her other notable films include: SEND ME NO FLOWERS and PILLOW TALK. (more)
James Dean invented the role of the troubled teen, serving an an icon to generations of youth. An important symbol of 50's teen rebellion, he burned up the screen. Starring in only three feature films, his defining role was in REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE. His other feature films, EAST OF EDEN and GIANT, are well regarded. (more)
In addition to the PRIATES OF THE CARIBBEAN films, Johnny Depp notable credits include: A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET, EDWARD SCISSORHANDS, ED WOOD, SLEEPY HOLLOW, SECRET WINDOW, and SWEENY TODD. (more)
A charming, sophisticated leading lady, Olivia de Havilland had quite a following in the 1940's, which was well deserved.
Her defining role was in GONE WITH THE WIND. Olivia's notable movies include: THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD, THE SNAKE PIT, THE HEIRESS, and TO EACH HIS OWN.(more)
Robert De Niro is known for both dramas and comedies.
His breakthrough, defining role was in THE GODFATHER 2, playing Vito Corleone, which earned him the Best Supporting Actor Oscar. Robert De Niro earned a Best Actor Oscar for his work in RAGING BULL. (more)
After Leonardo's stellar performance as Jack Dawson in the 1997 "Best-Picture" TITANIC, he became a top superstar.
Leonardo DiCaprio's other notable credits include: THE QUICK AND THE DEAD. GANGS OF NEW YORK, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, THE AVIATOR, THE DEPARTED, and REVOLUTIONARY ROAD. (more)
Kirk Douglas maintained a hot career by "chewing up the scenery." His intense, clench-jawed delivery was much imitated by popular comics.
Kirk's defining role was as painter Vincent Van Gogh in LUST FOR LIFE. Kirk Douglas' notable films include: PATHS OF GLORY, THE VIKINGS, SEVEN DAYS IN MAY, and SPARTACUS. (more)
Michael's defining role was in WALL STREET, for which he won the Academy Award. Notable films include: ROMANCING THE STONE, FATAL ATTRACTION, TRAFFIC,and BASIC INSTINCT. (more)
Clint Eastwood's defining role was as a "take no prisoners" cop in the classic crime drama DIRTY HARRY. Clint's notable films include: THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE UGLY, HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER, KELLY'S HEROES, PLAY MISTY FOR ME, and UNFORGIVEN. (more)
W.C. Fields was a funny, unique, and very popular star of the 1930's. W.C. Fields somehow made his people hating (especially women and children), grumpy persona fun and likable.
His defining role was in MY LITTLE CHICKADEE. Other notable W.C. Fields films were THE BANK DICK and NEVER GIVE A SUCKER AN EVEN BREAK. (more)
Wildly popular, Errol Flynn was a phenomenally successful movie star/sex symbol of the 1930's and 40's.
Errol Flynn's defining role was in THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD Other notable roles include: CAPTAIN BLOOD, THEY DIED WITH THEIR BOOTS ON, and THE SUN ALSO RISES. (more)
Lean and tall, Henry Fonda came to represent all things American: honesty, integrity, and truthfulness.
His defining role was as the American president in FAIL SAFE. Henry Fonda's notable films include: JEZEBEL, THE GRAPS OF WRATH, MISTER ROBERTS, THE LONGEST DAY, and ON GOLDEN POND. (more)
Although he first gained attention as Han Solo in STAR WARS, it was in the 1980's that Harrison really came into his own. His defining role was a action archaeologist Indiana Jones in the classic RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK.
Ford's other notable films include BLADE RUNNER, WITNESS, RETURN OF THE JEDI, WORKING GIRL, INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE, PATRIOT GAMES, THE FUGITIVE, and AIR FORCE ONE. (more)
Although Jodie Foster initially made a splash in TAXI DRIVER, at the age of twelve, she really came into her own in the 1990s when Jodie won two oscars. Clear eyed, strong willed, and yet appealing, her defining role was in SILENCE OF THE LAMBS as a determined young F.B.I. agent.
Foster's notable films include: THE ACCUSED, MAVERICK, and CONTACT. (more)
Clark Gable, labeled the "King" of Hollywood, created an image and legend that endured for decades after his death.
His defining role was as Rhett Butler in the classic GONE WITH THE WIND. Gable won the Best Actor Award for his performance in IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT. (more)
Mel Gibson's defining role was as an unstable, but humorous, cop in the four LETHAL WEAPON movies.
His notable films include: THE ROAD WARRIOR, RANSOM, FOREVER YOUNG, PAYBACK, CONSPIRACY THEORY, THE PATRIOT, WE WERE SOLDIERS, SIGNS, and BRAVEHEART. (more)
A big star for decades, Cary Grant only seemed to get better with age.
Grant's defining role was in NORTH BY NORTHWEST. His notable films include: BRINGING UP BABY, THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, TO CATCH A THIEF, GUNGA DIN, TOPPER, NOTORIOUS, OPERATION PETTICOAT, and CHARADE.(more)
Gene's defining role was as tough cop Popeye Doyle in the action crime drama THE FRENCH CONNECTION, for which Hackman won the Best Actor Award.
Gene Hackman's notable films include: BONNIE AND CLYDE, SUPERMAN, HOOSIERS, THE QUICK AND THE DEAD, UNFORGIVEN, ENEMY OF THE STATE, THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS, HEARTBREAKERS, and RUNAWAY JURY.(more)
Tom Hank's defining role was as the child in an adult body in BIG. Notable films include: SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE, APOLLO 13, SAVING PRIVATE RYAN, THE GREEN MILE, CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, CAST AWAY, and THE TERMINAL.
Tom Hanks won Best Actor Awards for PHILADELPHIA and FORREST GUMP. (more)
Her defining role was in the 1953 comedy/romance, ROMAN HOLIDAY, where Audrey played a young, runaway princess. She won a Best Actress Oscar.
Audrey Hepburn received Best Actress nominations for FUNNY FACE, NUN'S STORY, BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S, and WAIT UNTIL DARK. Her other notable films include CHARADE, and MY FAIR LADY. (more)
Her defining role was in THE PHILADELPHIA STORY. Notable films include: BRINGING UP BABY, ADAM'S RIB, WOMAN OF THE YEAR, THE AFRICAN QUEEN, THE LION IN WINTER, GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER?, and ON GOLDEN POND.
Katharine holds the record for most number of Oscars won. (more)
Charlton Heston's early fame was in biblical dramas, ala BEN-HUR and THE TEN COMMANDMENTS.
Heston's defining role was as Moses in THE TEN COMMANDMENTS. Other notable films include: EL CID, TOUCH OF EVIL, PLANET OF THE APES, THE THREE MUSKETEERS, and TRUE LIES. (more)
Dustin Hoffman's defining role was as a struggling actor who pretends to be a woman in TOOTSIE. Other notable films include ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN, PAPILLON, THE GRADUATE, MIDNIGHT COWBOY, THE RUNAWAY JURY, SPHERE, I LOVE HUCKABEES, KRAMER VS. KRAMER, and RAIN MAN.(more)
William Holden received his 1953 Best Actor Oscar for portraying a smooth-talking con man with questionable character in STALAG 17.
Some of Holden's notable films include: SUNSET BOULEVARD, OUR TOWN, BORN YESTERDAY, THE BRIDGES OF TOKO-RI, SABRINA, THE COUNTRY GIRL, and NETWORK. (more)
Bob Hope's defining comedic film roles were made in the very successful Road pictures, made during the 1940's and 50's with Bing Crosby and Dorothy Lamour; including: ROAD TO SINGAPORE, ROAD TO ZANZIBAR, ROAD TO MORRACCO, ROAD TO UTOPIA, ROAD TO RIO, ROAD TO BALI, and ROAD TO HONG KONG. (more)
Anthony Hopkins earned a Best Actor award for his portrayal of cannibalistic killer, Hannibal Lecter, in SILENCE OF THE LAMBS. This performance was his defining role.
Anthony's other notable films include: THE LION IN WINTER, THE ELEPHANT MAN, HOWARD'S END, THE REMAINS OF THE DAY, SHADOWLANDS, LEGENDS OF THE FALL, and HANNIBAL. (more)
Samuel L Jackson's defining role was Jules Winnfield in PULP FICTION. He received an Oscar nomination for his performance.
He took on the role of action hero in the films THE LONG KISS GOODNIGHT, DIE HARD: WITH A VENGEANCE, THE NEGOTIATOR, A TIME TO KILL and SHAFT.
Jackson's other notable credits include STAR WARS- Episode I, CHANGING LANES, STAR WARS-Episode II, JACKIE BROWN, BASIC, and KILL BILL-VOL 2, and .(more)
Angelina won the best Supporting Actress award for GIRL, INTERRUPTED.
Jolie's other notable credits include: GONE IN SIXTY SECONDS, TOMB RAIDER: CRADLE OF LIFE, BEYOND BOARDERS, SKY CAPTAIN AND THE WORLD OF TOMORROW, MR. & MRS. SMITH, and THE GOOD SHEPHERD.(more)
Diane Keaton is best known for her romantic comedy roles. Keaton's defining role was that of the ditzy Annie Hall, in Woody Allen's award-winning film, ANNIE HALL.
Audiences loved Diane in SLEEPER, PLAY IT AGAIN SAM, BABY BOOM, MANHATTAN MURDER MYSTERY, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, LOVE AND DEATH, THE FIRST WIVE'S CLUB, and SOMETHING'S GOTTA GIVE.
She shone in her part as Kay, in the three GODFATHER films. Other Diane Keaton memorable dramatic roles include: REDS, and SHOOT THE MOON. (more)
Gene Kelly was an amazing actor, awesome dancer, passionate singer, and a magnetic lady's man, with his irresistible charm and those ever-impressive dance moves. He delivered what was probably one of Hollywood's greatest musical segments of all time; SINGIN' IN THE RAIN.
Gene's notable films include: ANCHORS AWEIGH, ON THE TOWN, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, and IT'S ALWAYS FAIR WEATHER.(more)
Nicole won her award for her performance in THE HOURS.
Kidman's other notable credits include: DAYS OF THUNDER, COLD MOUNTAIN, THE STEPFORD WIVES, MOULIN ROUGE, THE OTHERS, FAR AND AWAY, and BATMAN FOREVER. (more)
Lancaster won the Oscar for his riveting portrayal of a religious charlatan in ELMER GANTRY. Burt's other notable films include: LOCAL HERO, RUN SILENT RUN DEEP, SORRY-WRONG NUMBER, THE TRAIN, VALDEZ IS COMING, ATLANTIC CITY, and FROM HERE TO ETERNITY.(more)
Laurel & Hardy were an enduringly popular comedy duo who made many popular films in the 1930's. Their defining role was in BUSY BODIES. Other notable Laurel & Hardy films include: SONS OF THE DESERT and WAY OUT WEST.(more)
Jack Lemmon won a Best Actor award for SAVE THE TIGER.
Lemmon's other notable films include: MISTER ROBERTS, SOME LIKE IT HOT, DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES, THE APARTMENT, THE GREAT RACE, THE ODD COUPLE, APRIL FOOLS,and MY FELLOW AMERICANS.(more)
Jennifer got noticed with her performance in SELENA. Jennifer Lopez's other notable credits include: ANACONDA, THE CELL, THE WEDDING PLANNER, and MAID IN MANHATTAN.(more)
In the 1930s Myrna Loy was labeled the "Queen of Hollywood".
Myrna Loy's defining role was opposite the suave William Powell in the six THIN MAN movies. Loy's other notable films include: THE MASK OF FU MANCHU, THE GREAT ZIEGFELD, and THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES.(more)
Steve's first film, which he wrote, THE JERK which is his defining role.
Martin's other noteable films include: ALL OF ME, DEAD MEN DON'T WEAR PLAID, THE THREE AMIGOS, THE LONELY GUY, ROXANNE, PARENTHOOD, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, L.A. STORY, BOWFINGER, and CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN. (more)
Steve McQueen's defining role was as a tough San Francisco cop in BULLITT.
McQueen's notable films include: THE GREAT ESCAPE, PAPILLON, THE TOWERING INFERNO, THE THOMAS CROWN AFFAIR, and THE GETAWAY. Steve McQueen received an Academy Award nomination for THE SAND PEBBLES. (more)
Her defining role was in THE SEVEN YEAR ITCH, which contained the famous scene involving her skirt being blown up by an air blast from a subway vent. Marilyn Monroe's notable films include: ALL ABOUT EVE, BUS STOP, GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES, SOME LIKE IT HOT, and THE MISFITS. (more)
Demi Moore's defining role was as the grieving widow in GHOST. Demi's other notable films include: BLAME IT ON RIO, ST. ELMO'S FIRE, ABOUT LAST NIGHT, A FEW GOOD MEN, INDECENT PROPOSAL, DECONSTRUCTING HARRY, and DISCLOSURE. (more)
Murphy's defining role was as a hip cop in BEVERLY HILLS COP. Notable films include: TRADING PLACES, 48 HOURS, COMING TO AMERICA, BEVERLY HILLS COP 2, THE NUTTY PROFESSOR, METRO, and BOWFINGER.
Paul Newman's notable films include: CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, THE HUSTLER, BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID, THE STING, THE VERDICT, and ROAD TO PERDITION.
Paul Newman won the Best Actor Award for THE COLOR OF MONEY.(more)
His defining role was as a troubled intellectual in FIVE EASY PIECES. Nicholson's notable films include: CHINATOWN, ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST, BATMAN, TERMS OF ENDEARMENT, AS GOOD AS IT GETS, ABOUT SCHMIDT, ANGER MANAGEMENT, and SOMETHING'S GOTTA GIVE. (more)
Peter O'Toole's second film, LAWRENCE OF ARABIA, made him a huge star world-wide, playing his defining role, T.E. Lawrence, which earned him his first Best Actor nomination.
Peter O'Toole earned 6 more nominations in the following films: BECKET, THE LION IN WINTER, GOOD-BYE MR. CHIPS, THE RULING CLASS, THE STUNT MAN, and MY FAVORITE YEAR. (more)
Notable movies include: THE GODFATHER, GODFATHER 2, DOG DAY AFTERNOON, INSOMNIA, GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, and HEAT. Pacino's defining role was as the honest cop bucking the system in SERPICO.
Pacino received the Best Actor Award for SCENT OF A WOMAN.(more)
Her defining role was her portrayal of Emma Woodhouse in EMMA, which led to the offer of the role Viola in SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE. Gwyneth Paltrow won a Best Actress Award for her portrayal of Viola.
Gwyneth Paltrow's other films of note include: THE TALENTED MR. RIPLEY, A PERFECT MURDER, SLIDING DOORS, THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS, SEVEN, and SKY CAPTAIN AND THE WORLD OF TOMORROW. (more)
Gregory Peck's defining role was as a small town lawyer in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, for which he won the Best Actor Oscar.
Peck's other notable roles include ON THE BEACH, SPELLBOUND, THE GUNS OF NAVARONE, and CAPE FEAR. Gregory Peck, late in his career played the role of a Nazi doctor in THE BOYS FROM BRAZIL. (more)
Michelle Pfeiffer's defining role was as Catwoman in BATMAN RETURNS. Her notable films include: SCARFACE, LADYHAWKE, DANGEROUS LIAISONS, WHAT LIES BENEATH, TEQUILA SUNRISE, and DANGEROUS MINDS. Critics and audience loved Michelle Pfeiffer's sultry lounge singing in THE FABULOUS BAKER BOYS. (more)
Brad's defining role was as the hunky stranger in THELMA AND LOUISE. Notable Brad Pitt films include: A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT, INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE, SEVEN, LEGENDS OF THE FALL, THE DEVIL'S OWN, SEVEN YEARS IN TIBET, SPY GAME, OCEAN'S ELEVEN, TROY, MR. AND MRS. SMITH, and SNATCH. (more)
William Powell was "Mr. Sophistication" during the 1930s delivered up with class and a sense of humor.
William Powell's defining role was in the six THIN MAN movies. Powell's other notable films include: MY MAN GODFREY, THE GREAT ZIEGFELD, and MISTER ROBERTS.(more)
After the success of BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID, Robert Redford went on to become one of the major screen icons of the 1970's.
Redford's other notable films include: THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR, JEREMIAH JOHNSON, THE WAY WE WERE, THE STING, ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN, SNEAKERS, and THE NATURAL. (more)
Keanu Reeves' defining role was his portrayal of Officer Jack Traven in the action thriller, SPEED. His biggest hit was his portrayal of Neo in THE MATRIX.
Keanu's notable credits include: RIVER'S EDGE, DANGEROUS LIAISONS, PARENTHOOD, THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL, BILL & TED'S BOGUS JOURNEY, DRACULA, and MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. (more)
Her defining role was as the prostitute in PRETTY WOMAN.
Julia Roberts's notable films include: ERIN BROCKOVICH, FLATLINERS, CONSPIRACY THEORY, RUNAWAY BRIDE, SLEEPING WITH THE ENEMY, THE PELICAN BRIEF, MY BEST FRIEND'S WEDDING, and OCEAN'S ELEVEN. (more)
Pretty, graceful, and good humored, Ginger Rogers was widely popular in the 1930's. Her greatest fame came as Fred Astaire's dancer partner in a series of 1930's musicals. Her defining role was with Astaire in TOP HAT.
Other notable films include: FLYING DOWN TO RIO and THE BARKELEYS OF BROADWAY. Ginger Rogers won the Best Actress award for KITTY FOYLE.(more)
Adam's other notable films include: HAPPY GILMORE, ANGER MANAGEMENT, BIG DADDY, THE WEDDING SINGER, YOU DON'T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN, SPANGLISH, THE LONGEST YARD 2, PUNCH-DRUNK LOVE, and 50 FIRST DATES. (more)
His defining role was as a killer robot in THE TERMINATOR. Arnold's other notable films include: CONAN THE BARBARIAN, TWINS, PREDATOR, TOTAL RECALL, BATMAN AND ROBIN, T-2, TRUE LIES, KINDERGARTEN COP, and ERASER. (more)
Peter's defining role was in the PINK PANTHER films.
Peter Seller's other notable films include: MURDER BY DEATH and BEING THERE. Seller's was the first actor to be nominated for a single Best Actor award for a film in which he played 3 different characters: DR. STRANGELOVE. (more)
Stallone's defining role was as ROCKY, which won the Best Picture Oscar in 1976. Sylvester Stallone's notable films include: RAMBO, CLIFFHANGER, and DEMOLITION MAN. (more)
Her defining role was as the sexy temptress in DOUBLE INDEMNITY. Notable movies include: STELLA DALLAS, BALL OF FIRE, THE LADY EVE, SORRY-WRONG NUMBER, CHRISTMAS IN CONNECTICUT, and WALK ON THE WILD SIDE.(more)
Stewart's defining role was in VERTIGO, as a private eye obsessed with a beautiful woman, played by Kim Novak. Jimmy Stewart's other notable films include: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE, and REAR WINDOW.
James Stewart won his Best Actor Award for his 1940 performance in THE PHILADELPHIA STORY.(more)
Ben Stiller's defining role was in THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY.
Other popular films include: TROPIC THUNDER, REALITY BITES, THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS, THE CABLE GUY, MEET THE PARENTS, ALONG CAME POLLY, ENVY, STARSKY & HUTCH, MEET THE FOCKERS, and ANCHORMAN. (more)
A pretty child, Elizabeth Taylor grew up to be a sexy and voluptuous woman.
Taylor's defining role was as "Maggie" in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF. Her other motable films include: NATIONAL VELVET and GIANT. Elizabeth Taylor won two Best Actress Awards BUTTERFILD 8 and WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? (more)
His defining role was as as a ghostly pilot in A GUY NAMED JOE. Tracy's other notable films include: CAPTAINS COURAGEOUS, BOY'S TOWN, ADAM'S RIB, FATHER OF THE BRIDE, IT'S A MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD WORLD, and GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER? (more)
Kathleen's other notable films include: PEGGY SUE GOT MARRIED, THE WAR OF THE ROSES, PRIZZI'S HONOR, JEWEL OF THE NILE, THE ACCIDENTAL TOURIST, BODY HEAT, and UNDERCOVER BLUES. (more)
Denzel Washington won the Best Actor Award for TRAINING DAY and the Best Supporting Actor for GLORY.
Washington's other notable films include CRY FREEDOM, THE PELICAN BRIEF, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, CRIMSON TIDE, REMEMBER THE TITANS, JOHN Q, ANTWONE FISHER, INSIDE MAN, DEJA VU, and OUT OF TIME. (more)
Her defining role was as space warrior Ripley in the ALIEN movies. Weaver's notable films also include: GHOSTBUSTERS, GORILLAS IN THE MIST, EYEWITNESS, WORKING GIRL, DAVE, HOLES, THE VILLAGE, and GALAXY QUEST. (more)
Robin's defining role was as the title character in MRS. DOUBTFIRE. Notable films include: DEAD POET'S SOCIETY, JUMANGI, HOOK, THE BIRD CAGE, LICENSE TO WED, NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, and INSOMNIA. Robin Williams won a Best Supporting Award for GOOD WILL HUNTING. (more)
Bruce Willis' defining film role in DIE HARD. His other notable films include: PULP FICTION, DIE HARD WITH A VENGENCE, 12 MONKEYS, ARMAGEDDON, THE FIFTH ELEMENT, and THE SIXTH SENSE. (more)
Natalie Wood's defining role was as Maria in WEST SIDE STORY. Natalie's other notable films include: REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE, BRAINSTORM, THIS PROPERTY IS CONDEMNED, THE GREAT RACE, and LOVE WITH THE PROPER STRANGER.(more)
Catherine's defining role was in THE MASK OF ZORRO. Her other notable films include: TRAFFIC, THE TERMINAL, THE HAUNTING, and OCEAN'S TWELVE. Catherine Zeta-Jones, won the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance in CHICAGO. (more)
SUPERSTAR DEFINITION - By
our definition, a "SuperStar" is a movie actor
or actress who can "open" a movie, someone whose
fans rush to see their latest film on opening weekend. They
have a proven track record of box office hits. They are frequently
household names. It also helps if they have gotten critical
acclaim and/or Oscar nominations. A "SuperStar"
can be identified by his/her first name like "Mel"
or Julia" or "Harrison." A "SuperStar,"
whether it's Humphrey Bogart or Tom Cruise, usually plays
him/herself in role after role, as opposed to losing themselves
in a different screen character, movie after movie.
Tom Hanks is a SuperStar.
Robert Duvall is not a SuperStar, even though he is a brilliant
actor and we have listed as a character actor, and as an Award
Winner, and one of best actors of the last 40 years.
The
SuperStar Index at MovieActors.com
