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Since he first appeared on “Saved by the Bell: The New Class” in 1993, James Marsden has slowly turn into a Hollywood mainstay. He rose to fame with roles in motion pictures together with “X-Men” and “The Notebook,” and his star reached new heights when he confirmed off his singing abilities in “Enchanted” and “Hairspray.” More just lately, Marsden starred because the kindhearted android Teddy Flood in “Westworld,” and he additionally performs himself in “Jury Duty,” albeit a extra narcissistic model.
Over the years, Marsden has steadily discovered himself taking part in the principle romantic rival to male leads. From roles as Prince Edward in “Enchanted” and Lon Hammond Jr. in “The Notebook” to having to compete with Superman himself in “Superman Returns,” Marsden undoubtedly appears to have a knack for taking part in that individual sort of half — however that is to not say he does not have vary. With his musical skills, dashing beauty, and talent to play each smarmy and charming characters to equal impact, the 49-year-old actor has participated in all kinds of initiatives through the years, from comedies and fantasies to historic dramas and extra.
Ahead, take a look at Marsden’s greatest motion pictures and TV reveals through the years.
“Jury Duty” (2023)
In the documentary-style comedy “Jury Duty,” Marsden performs a extra egotistical model of himself. He seems within the sequence alongside 10 different actors — and one unsuspecting civilian named Ronald Gladden, who believes he is really participating in a documentary about an actual trial.
“Disenchanted” (2022)
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In “Disenchanted,” Marsden reprises his “Enchanted” position because the starry-eyed Prince Edward. This time, he is making an attempt to make issues work with Idina Menzel’s Nancy.
“The Stand” (2021)
Marsden performs a Texan named Stuart on this drama, which relies on Stephen King’s novel of the identical identify. When he turns into the primary individual to have an immunity to a superflu that has crisscrossed the globe, he rapidly finds himself on the run from the federal government.
“Sonic the Hedgehog” (2020)
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Marsden performs the titular blue hedgehog’s buddy Sheriff Tom Wachowski in “Sonic the Hedgehog.” He reprised the position within the 2022 sequel.
“Dead to Me” (2019-2022)
In the sequence “Dead to Me,” Marsden initially performs Linda Cardellini’s character Judy’s obnoxious boyfriend, Steve. He additionally takes on the position of Steve’s extra empathetic similar twin brother, Ben.
“Westworld” (2016-2022)
Marsden stars because the gallant android Teddy Flood within the sci-fi drama “Westworld.” First billed as an archetypically heroic love curiosity destined for Evan Rachel Wood’s character, Dolores, Teddy winds up discovering himself on the mercy of powers far past his management because the present progresses.
“The Best of Me” (2014)
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Marsden stars alongside Michelle Monaghan on this romance flick. The pair play former high-school sweethearts who come collectively after a very long time aside, solely to seek out the explanations that originally drove them away from one another are nonetheless very a lot current many years later.
“The Loft” (2014)
Marsden seems as a primary suspect on this murder-mystery film, which follows 5 married males who hire a loft to share with their mistresses collectively. When a lady’s physique is discovered within the loft, although, all of them discover themselves beneath intense scrutiny.
“The Butler” (2013)
Marsden takes on the position of John F. Kennedy in Lee Daniels’s “The Butler.” The movie tells the true story of Eugene Allen, a butler within the White House from 1952 to 1986.
“30 Rock” (2012-2013)
In “30 Rock,” Marsden performs Crisstopher Rick Chros, Liz Lemon’s (Tina Fey) love curiosity. Introduced in season six, he is typically seen taking part in romantic songs on his guitar.
“Hop” (2011)
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Marsden seems reverse Russell Brand and Kaley Cuoco on this Easter-themed comedy. He performs Frederick “Fred” O’Hare, who meets Brand’s character — E.B., the Easter Bunny’s son — and bonds with him over not eager to do what their dad and mom count on them to.
“Robot & Frank” (2012)
Marsden performs Hunter, the son of ex-convict Frank who buys his getting older father a robotic companion. Things escalate, although, when Frank begins utilizing the robotic to commit crimes.
“27 Dresses” (2008)
In “27 Dresses,” Marsden stars alongside Katherine Heigl‘s Jane as cynical reporter Kevin. When he winds up writing an article about Jane’s infinite bridesmaid commitments, their nascent romantic relationship grows much more sophisticated.
“Enchanted” (2007)
Marsden performs Prince Edward alongside Amy Adams within the live-action Disney film musical “Enchanted.” When Adams’s character, Giselle, is banished from their fairy-tale realm to real-world New York, Marsden’s character leaps into motion to rescue her.
“Hairspray” (2007)
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Marsden performs yet one more heartthrob in “Hairspray.” As the dashing Corny Collins, host of the teenager dance present “The Corny Collins Show,” he winds up being surprisingly progressive along with extraordinarily charismatic from begin to end.
“Superman Returns” (2006)
In “Superman Returns,” Marsden performs yet one more rival love curiosity — and this time, he has to face off towards none aside from Superman. He stars as Daily Planet reporter Richard White, who’s engaged to Lois Lane.
“The Notebook” (2004)
Marsden performs Lon Hammond Jr., Allie’s (Rachel McAdams) betrothed on this basic romance. Because he stands in the best way of Allie’s romance with Noah (Ryan Gosling), although, his position garnered him some dislike from followers. “When the film grew to become such a phenomenon, folks would come as much as me on the road and be like, ‘Why have been you making an attempt to get of their manner?! They have been speculated to be collectively,'” Marsden stated throughout a 2020 “Good Morning America” interview.
“X-Men” (2006)
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Marsden performs the mutant Cyclops within the first three movies within the X-Men franchise. As of 2023, the actor continues to be right down to return to the franchise if the chance arises. “You actually do love these characters, the forged, the crew, all people,” he informed Screen Rant. “. . . So I’d all the time be open to that, revisiting that world.”
“Saved by the Bell: The New Class” (1993)
One of Marsden’s first roles was a stint on “Saved by the Bell: The New Class.” He performs Chad Westerfield, a excessive schooler with homecoming-king ambitions, within the seventh episode of the spinoff’s first season.