franchise was placed in the expert hands of Peter Jackson, who stuck as close as possible to the original writings of J.R.R Tolkien as cinema would allow. To bring the magic to life, it was necessary to invest in beautiful sets, realistic costumes, and, of course, actors that could keep Tolkien's visions alive.
The cast was all exquisitely suited to their roles, from Ian McKellen to Sean Astin, and fans of the trilogy can find more engrossing work from the cast in a list of other films. From rom-coms to horror, the cast of has graced many films with their abilities.
At the forefront of the best British acting talent, Ian McKellen has made his name in TV, film, and theater. A master in Shakespeare, comedy, and drama has led him to appear in exciting projects, showcasing his talents. Among those roles, and comparable to how well he played Gandalf in McKellen has played a .
Portraying Magneto, McKellen completely contrasted his role as the loveable wizard by giving audiences a dark, sinister villain. He played Magneto in 5 of the movies in the series, including
With high ratings, including for Mckellen is very much a contributing factor to the success of the superhero series. For those who love encompasses all the same fast-paced, thrilling fight scenes and imagination.
Showing his versatility in acting, Elijah stepped out of his Hobbit feet and took on the voice-over job as Mumble in the much-loved animation
In Wood brought a warm, soft, but brave hero in Frodo, who countered the harder characters who were used to fighting. In Wood's soothing voice lent itself perfectly to the heartwarming penguin-focused tale.
It's pretty far from his time in the Shire and Middle-Earth, but nonetheless, they are charming movies. has been nominated for a plethora of awards. Among the wins was an accolade from the Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature, as well as a win for Best Original Song at the Golden Globe Awards. It may be a completely different genre to but audiences wishing to experience Wood's expressive voice once again won't go far wrong.
Playing one of the most Liv Tyler embodied the strong, steadfast Elf Arwen, who helped to save Frodo's life. Arwen was a layered character who understood compassion, kindness, and how to defend herself, those she loved, and her people. Tyler was the perfect choice for the role, bringing each aspect of Arwen to life.
is a horror movie that keeps viewers on edge. A couple takes a short break away to a family vacation home, but the unprecedented fear that is ahead of them makes the holiday anything but enjoyable. While the film doesn't fall under the category of fantasy, the intensity isn't something that Tyler wasn't used to, having acted in the nail-biting stand-off between her character Arwen and the Nazgul.
Orlando Bloom really took to the adventurous kind of films after first rising to fame as Legolas in
As part of the Fellowship and the Elf with the most screen time, Bloom had to make his mark on the movies alongside other well-defined characters. As such, he became a firm part of the trilogy and went on to develop another role that fans have come to know him for.
Will Turner wasn't expecting to find himself entwined in a narrative of pirates, but after the woman he loved was kidnapped, he pursued them to save her. Bloom captured the innocence of the blacksmith whilst also maintaining a heroic streak in his persona. Like Legolas, Will is dedicated to his pursuit and is part of a great movie series that encompasses adventure.
Known as the unsung hero of Samwise faced the treacherous journey to Mordor with Frodo, protecting his friend at all costs. Sean Astin took up the role and did so with credibility, emotion, and heartwarming expressions that made it clear he was the right performer for the role. In the rom-com Astin proved to audiences that he was more than capable of spreading his talents across various genres.
Starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore,
follows Lucy, who has short-term memory loss, and Henry, who falls in love with her. Astin plays Lucy's brother, Doug, an image-obsessed young man with a heart of gold, always looking out for his sister. The essence of Doug's personality is similar to Samwise's because of their loyalty to those they love. The film is an easy watch but brings a solid amount of comedy.
Playing one of ,Viggo Mortensen was an essential part of trilogy. Aragorn was intimidating yet kindhearted, and it required a skillful actor to carry out the part. Since then, Mortensen's career continued to grow, and one of his stand-out movies is
Based on a true story, the narrative depicts an African American pianist (Dr. Don Shirley) who hires Tony Lip to drive him on his eight-week tour through the Deep South. Don endures racism throughout his concerts as an unexpected bond develops between him and his driver.
Mortensen showed fans of just how perfect he was to play Aragorn, but also indicates that he's able to handle sensitive storylines with care and dedication.
Taking on one of the biggest transformations in the films, John Rhys-Davies played the grumpy but dedicated dwarf Gimli in His gruff voice and stubbornness gave the impression of an unlikeable character.
But, as the stories go on and combined with Rhys-Davies' superb acting, Gimli quickly becomes a fan favorite, unlike his role in
Playing Viscount Mabrey in the teen movie that has aged well, Rhys-Davies played the villainous role so convincingly that it's hard to picture him as the heroic dwarf. is one of Disney's most joyous live-action movies, and having darker characters like Viscount Mabrey highlights the good in the main protagonists.
Cate Blanchett has soared in the acting world, with a glowing resume that shows what a fruitful career she's had. In Blanchett played the elegant and powerful Galadriel with a calming, soft voice that always spoke wise words. With a catalog of movies to choose from, those who enjoy will likely take to
Blanchett portrays the villainous sister of Thor, Hela. Although part of the Marvel world, Blanchett made the role captivating and believable. Her sinister undertones made her the ideal opposition to Thor.
There's no question that Blanchett is very apt at playing strong roles, whether as a villain or a hero.
Andy Serkis has made his name in a unique strand of acting. As Gollum, Serkis used motion capture technology to bring the character to life. Not only were his movements precise, but Serkis also voiced the unmistakable character.
Similarly, Serkis provided the movements for Caesar, an ape, in the franchise. His well-studied physicality made Caesar realistic, allowing audiences to get lost in the plot of apes who could communicate and live with a high level of intelligence.
next installment, but Serkis won't be involved. Nevertheless, the previous movies that provided the captivating physical performances from the artistic performer aren't to be missed.
The movies have developed a following that spans generations. A combination of different actors has portrayed the villains, the agents, and the titular character himself. Among the numerous actors who have played villains is Sean Bean, the actor who played Boromir in
In Bean played the main antagonist, Alec Trevelyan, who was out to end Pierce Brosnan's Bond. As Boromir, Bean was able to show flickers of dark characteristics when he was near the ring, so it should come as no surprise that he was able to portray a villain in a high-profile movie. Like any Bond movie, there's plenty of action to keep viewers entertained.
