Are you a Steve Carell fan? With his performances in drama, comedy, or coming of age films, there’s no wonder he’s got some considerable following. We have picked ten of the best Steve Carell movies.
10. Dan in Real Life (2007)
Dan in Real Life is a comedy-drama film directed by Peter Hedges. It is a story about Dan Burns, a newspaper advice columnist, a widower, and a single parent who lives with his three girls in Northern New Jersey.
Dan fell in love with a woman that’s way out of his league. But things are not as easy as it seems because that woman turned out to be his brother’s fiancée. Dan has to survive through a family gathering because his feelings for her are just getting stronger.
9. Foxcatcher (2014)
Directed by Bennett Miller, this biographical sports drama follows a wealthy man John Du Pont and the wrestler Mark Schultz, played by Channing Tatum. Du Pont leads Schultz in his journey to the point of no return, resulting in his breakdown.
8. The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005)
Well, the title speaks for itself. Carell plays the role of Andy Stitzer, a 40-year-old virgin working at an electronic store. His friends played by
Romany Malco, Seth Rogen, and Paul Rudd helped him lose his virginity. But when she met Catherine Keener, he wanted to share something more unique with her. Do you think Andy ended up losing his virginity?
7. Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
Steve played the role of Brick Tamland, one of Ron Burgundy’s trusted buddies. The story revolves around the male-dominated broadcast industry and how Ron is fighting jealousy when a female newcomer steals the show. Burgundy lost his job and is working his way to get it again.
6. Vice (2018)
Balancing the elements of drama and comedy, this 2018 biographical film follows Dick Cheney and his journey to become the most powerful Vice President in American history.
5. Beautiful Boy (2018)
Playing the role of an estranged father to his drug-dependent son, Steve Carell pulls our heartstrings as he helps his son come out of a dark place. Timothee Chamalet, who played his son, also gave an outstanding performance that perfectly complemented Carell’s acting prowess—watching how their heartbreaking conversations will surely leave you in tears.
4. The Way Way Back (2013)
Another coming-of-age drama film, Carell once again plays the role of a father – this time to an awkward loner. The dysfunctional family spends their summer vacation together, and Carell’s son, played by Liam James, finds guidance in the waterpark’s manager Owen. The Way Way Back is the gripping family drama of the decade.
3. Crazy, Stupid Love (2011)
You’ll cry and laugh while watching this film. It follows the story of a deeply tormented man going through a divorce. He ended up soul searching and remembering why he was attracted to his wife, portrayed by Julianne Moore. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are other characters you should also watch out for.
2. The Big Short (2015)
This biographical comedy-drama directed by Adam McKay follows the story of some investors who bet against the US mortgage market before the 2008 global financial crisis. The film is lauded for its unconventional way of explaining financial instruments. It also had cameo performances from Margot Robbie, Anthony Bourdain, Selena Gomez, and Richard Taylor.
1. Little Miss Sunshine (2006)
This tragicomedy is about a family determined to get their daughter, played by Abigail Breslin, to make it to the finals of a beauty pageant on the other side of the country. The family ventures on a cross-country road trip in their VW bus.
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