Top 10 Method Actors Who Got Stuck in Character Long After
VOICE OVER: Samantha Clinch
WRITTEN BY: Emily Blair
When does dedication become obsession? Join us as we count down our picks for actors who went so method, they nearly forgot who they were! Our countdown includes Ryan Gosling embracing his Ken-ergy, Jim Carrey channeling Andy Kaufman, and Jared Leto terrorizing his "Suicide Squad" castmates with disturbing gifts. We'll explore how Austin Butler couldn't shake Elvis's voice for years, Nicolas Cage practicing "Nouveau Shamanism" for Ghost Rider, and Robert De Niro permanently altering his teeth for Cape Fear. Penn Badgley suffered psychological toll playing Joe Goldberg, while Joaquin Phoenix fooled the world with his fake rap career. Al Pacino even tried arresting a real truck driver! Do you think method acting improves performances or is it just an excuse for bizarre behavior?
- #10: Ryan Gosling
- #9: Penn Badgley
- #8: Al Pacino
- #7: Nicolas Cage
- #6: Joaquin Phoenix
- #5: Robert De Niro
- #4: Shia LaBeouf
- #3: Jim Carrey
- #2: Austin Butler
- #1: Jared Leto
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