James Marsden’s Finest Films and TV Reveals

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Since he first appeared on “Saved by the Bell: The New Class” in 1993, James Marsden has slowly turn out to be a Hollywood mainstay. He rose to fame with roles in films together with “X-Males” and “The Pocket book,” and his star reached new heights when he confirmed off his singing expertise in “Enchanted” and “Hairspray.” Extra lately, Marsden starred because the kindhearted android Teddy Flood in “Westworld,” and he additionally performs himself in “Jury Responsibility,” albeit a extra narcissistic model.

Over time, Marsden has incessantly 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 Pocket book” to having to compete with Superman himself in “Superman Returns,” Marsden undoubtedly appears to have a knack for taking part in that exact form of half — however that is to not say he would not have vary. Together with his musical skills, dashing beauty, and skill to play each smarmy and charming characters to equal impact, the 49-year-old actor has participated in all kinds of initiatives over time, from comedies and fantasies to historic dramas and extra.

Forward, try Marsden’s finest films and TV exhibits over time.

“Jury Responsibility” (2023)

Within the documentary-style comedy “Jury Responsibility,” 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” function because the starry-eyed Prince Edward. This time, he is attempting to make issues work with Idina Menzel’s Nancy.

“The Stand” (2021)

Marsden performs a Texan named Stuart on this drama, which is predicated on Stephen King’s novel of the identical title. When he turns into the primary individual to have an immunity to a superflu that has crisscrossed the globe, he shortly finds himself on the run from the federal government.

“Sonic the Hedgehog” (2020)

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Marsden performs the titular blue hedgehog’s good friend Sheriff Tom Wachowski in “Sonic the Hedgehog.” He reprised the function within the 2022 sequel.

“Useless to Me” (2019-2022)

Within the sequence “Useless to Me,” Marsden initially performs Linda Cardellini’s character Judy’s obnoxious boyfriend, Steve. He additionally takes on the function 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 Wooden’s character, Dolores, Teddy winds up discovering himself on the mercy of powers far past his management because the present progresses.

“The Better 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 search 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 chief suspect on this murder-mystery film, which follows 5 married males who lease a loft to share with their mistresses collectively. When a girl’s physique is discovered within the loft, although, all of them discover themselves below intense scrutiny.

“The Butler” (2013)

Marsden takes on the function of John F. Kennedy in Lee Daniels’s “The Butler.” The movie tells the true story of Eugene Allen, a butler within the White Home from 1952 to 1986.

“30 Rock” (2012-2013)

In “30 Rock,” Marsden performs Crisstopher Rick Chros, Liz Lemon’s (Tina Fey) love curiosity. Launched 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 Model and Kaley Cuoco on this Easter-themed comedy. He performs Frederick “Fred” O’Hare, who meets Model’s character — E.B., the Easter Bunny’s son — and bonds with him over not desirous to do what their dad and mom count on them to.

“Robotic & Frank” (2012)

Marsden performs Hunter, the son of ex-convict Frank who buys his growing old father a robotic companion. Issues escalate, although, when Frank begins utilizing the robotic to commit crimes.

“27 Attire” (2008)

In “27 Attire,” 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 difficult.

“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.” Because the dashing Corny Collins, host of the teenager dance present “The Corny Collins Present,” 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 in opposition to none aside from Superman. He stars as Day by day Planet reporter Richard White, who’s engaged to Lois Lane.

“The Pocket book” (2004)

Marsden performs Lon Hammond Jr., Allie’s (Rachel McAdams) betrothed on this basic romance. As a result of he stands in the way in which of Allie’s romance with Noah (Ryan Gosling), although, his function garnered him some dislike from followers. “When the film grew to become such a phenomenon, individuals would come as much as me on the road and be like, ‘Why have been you attempting to get of their method?! They have been presupposed to be collectively,'” Marsden mentioned throughout a 2020 “Good Morning America” interview.

“X-Males” (2006)

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Marsden performs the mutant Cyclops within the first three movies within the X-Males franchise. As of 2023, the actor remains to be all the way down to return to the franchise if the chance arises. “You actually do love these characters, the solid, the crew, everyone,” he advised Display screen Rant. “. . . So I might all the time be open to that, revisiting that world.”

“Saved by the Bell: The New Class” (1993)

One among 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.