Top 10 Dramatic Performances by Comedic Actors

VOICE OVER: Rebecca Brayton

Script written by Nolan Moore.

They usually love to make us laugh, but sometimes they like to get a little more serious. Join http://www.WatchMojo.com as we count down our picks for the top 10 dramatic performances by comedic actors. For this list, we're looking at those funny guys and gals who traded in the chuckles for something a little more somber.

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  • #10: Steve Carell as John Eleuthère du Pont
  • #9: Adam Sandler as Barry Egan
  • #8: Steve Martin as Julian 'Jimmy' Dell
  • #7: Jonah Hill as Peter Brand
  • #6: Eddie Murphy as Jimmy 'Thunder' Early
  • #5: Mo'Nique as Mary Lee Johnston
  • #4: Jamie Foxx as Ray Charles
  • #3: Bill Murray as Bob Harris
  • #2: Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank
  • #1: Robin Williams as John Keating

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