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  20 Times Difficult Movie Roles Took a Major Toll on Actors

  Some roles leave a deeper mark than others. Join us as we look back at times when actors sacrificed their physical, mental, or emotional wellbeing for the sake of unforgettable performances. From spine-chilling villains to real-life icons, these roles often lingered long after the cameras stopped rolling. Which portrayal impacted you the most? Let us know in the comments!

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• 10 Disturbing Roles Played by Actors Who Turned Out to be Terrible People

  Some roles hit differently when you know the truth about the actor... Join us as we examine the most unsettling performances that became even more disturbing after the actors' real-life controversies came to light. From predatory characters to manipulative villains, these roles took on new meaning following shocking revelations.

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• Top 12 Robert Pattinson Roles

  From vampires to Batman, Robert Pattinson has transformed from a teen heartthrob to a critically acclaimed actor. Join us as we explore the most memorable and diverse roles that showcase his incredible range and talent across different genres and characters.

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• 10 Exact Roles That Killed an Actor's Career

  Don't call us, we'll call you! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re looking at ill-fated roles that actors were never quite able to recover from.

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• Top 10 Pedro Pascal Roles

  He's the hottest actor on the planet. Now it's time for a deep dive into his best roles! For this list, we’ll be looking at the Chilean-American actor’s best performances as complex villains, stoic heroes, and an increasing number of reluctant father figures.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Missed Out on Roles Written for Them

  Imagine if these films starred the people who the writers actually envisioned? For this list, we’ll be looking at specific roles in films which are confirmed, rumored, or suspected to have been written with a specific actor in mind, but were ultimately played by someone else.

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• 30 Movie Roles Actors Were FORCED to Take

  Some roles are a dream for actors, but others are a real nightmare forced by contracts, rivalries, or personal stakes. From iconic blockbusters to infamous flops, these performances reveal the unexpected stories behind the scenes where big stars had no choice but to take the part. Join us as we uncover the surprising reasons why some of Hollywood’s biggest names stepped into roles they wished they could have avoided!

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• Top 10 Actors Who Transformed Their Voices for Iconic Roles

  Join us as we count down our picks for unforgettable roles where movie stars underwent incredible vocal transformations, from Bill Skarsgård's deep voice in "Nosferatu" to Heath Ledger's iconic Joker, and many more. These actors pushed their voices to new depths, adopting accents, and even damaging their vocal cords to bring their characters to life. Get ready to be impressed by these stunning vocal makeovers.

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• The Big Bang Theory Cast | Roles Before They Got Famous

  Before they became our favorite nerdy gang, these actors were building their careers in various shows and movies. From child actors to stage performers, join us as we explore the fascinating early roles and struggles of these beloved stars before they landed their breakthrough parts in television's biggest sitcom!

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• Top 20 Greatest Tara Strong Voice Roles

  Tara Strong is one of the most well-known voice actors working today and these are her absolute best roles! For this list, we’ll be looking at the best animated roles that this legendary performer has brought to life. We’ll include multiple characters in one entry if they were from the same show. Our countdown includes Bubbles from "The Powerpuff Girls” (1998-2005, 2014), Ben Tennyson from the “Ben 10” Franchise (2005-), Boh from "Spirited Away" (2001), Mary Jane Watson from “Ultimate Spider-Man” (2012-16), and more! What’s your all time favorite quote from a Tara Strong character? Sound off in the comments.

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• Top 10 Wholesome Actors Who Took Evil Roles

  These actors went to the dark side and it paid off! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most notable cases where stars primarily known for good-natured/heroic roles went against type to play villainous characters.

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• Top 10 Memorable Matthew Perry Movie Roles

  While best known for his sitcom work, Matthew Perry also had several memorable movie roles. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for Matthew Perry’s most memorable roles in feature films, both theatrical and made-for-TV.

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• Top 10 Actors That Returned to Disney Roles

  These Disney roles wouldn't be the same without these actors. For this list, we’ll be looking at the best times that performers came back to play characters that live in the Mouse House.

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• Top 10 Child Stars Who Came Back to Their Roles

  How they've grown! For this list, we’ll be looking at the most notable former child actors who reprised their famous roles as adults.

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• Top 10 Times Big Actors ATE UP Small Roles

  Big actors DEVOUR small roles. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most memorable cameo appearances by big-time movie stars.

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