Drama films with former comedians

Arguably, there is a belief that comedy is not a “serious” genre to be considered for in several industry awards. This has led to several comedy actors turning to drama films to be recognized for their acting skills and remove the stigma of being inferior to those prestigious performers once and for all.

Ironically the theme did former comedians now stars in dramas, points out that it’s harder to make people laugh. Steve Carrell, who fell in love with “The Office” and “Virgin at 40,” starred in “Beautiful Boy,” a drama with Timothée Chalamet, where he plays David Sheff, a father trying to help his meth-addicted son. Available on HBOMax.

Eternal light of the pure mind

Known for his hilarious roles in movies like ‘The Mask’ or ‘Ice Ventura’, among many others, Jim Carrey starred in ‘Eternal light of the pure mind’, a romantic drama science fiction with Kate Winslet, where he plays Joel, a man who falls in love with a girl he seems to recognize in some way, and who goes through a stormy relationship. Available on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.

Uncut gems

Although it was not his first dramatic role, Adam Sandler, well-known comic actor starred in the drama ‘Uncut gems’, by the Safdie brothers from 2019. The story follows a jeweler who makes a very risky bet with his juicy reward in mind. However, to collect it, he will have to balance his life between companies, family and his enemies. Available on Netflix.

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Hunting for goodwill

Robin Williams was one of those comedians who showed why it’s easier to empathize with a smile than a tragedy. “Good Will Hunting” from 1997 with Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, is about a young man who has an innate talent for mathematics, who sets two goals in his life, but a teacher will help him decide the course of his life . Available on Amazon Prime Video.

Steve Jobs

Known for being one of the best modern comedians, Seth Rogen starred in ˜Steve Jobs’, a drama based on the creator of Apple, where he brought to life Steve Wozniak, one of the real masterminds behind the creation of the company’s first computer. , and who contributed most of the ideas to create what is now one of the largest companies in the world. Available on Netflix.

Don’t worry, it won’t be too far on foot

And finally, Jonah Hill, starred in Gus van Sant’s 2015 drama “Don’t Worry, He Won’t Walk Too Far,” opposite Joaquin Phoenix and Rooney Mara. It is the story of John Callahan, a man who suffers an accident and is paralyzed, which leads him to take refuge in alcohol. Available on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max.