6 Dead-Serious Roles of Famous Comedians

For Hollywood stars, it’s incredibly easy to get type-casted. Some actors play predominantly “good guys,” like Will Smith or Ryan Reynolds. Others can portray baddies exceptionally well. And then there are the jokers – the funny guys! Lucky for us, these famous actors are not afraid to come out of their comfort zone and try something new for a change.
From Jim Carrey to Bill Murray, here are the most popular comedic actors who have impressed the viewers with their dead-serious dramatic roles.

1. Jim Carrey
His rubber face can pull off a wide range of expressions. Remember his dorky characters Ace Ventura or Stanley Ipkiss from the “Mask”? The man’s a comedic genius. After becoming famous, he was getting type-casted into comedy projects and nothing else. Until he scored a part in “The Truman Show.” Sure, it’s a comedy, but you won’t be laughing by the time the credits roll. The same goes for the “Man on the Moon.” But Carrey’s magnum opus was the phenomenal sci-fi drama “The Eternal Shine of a Spotless Mind.”

2. Robin Williams
Here’s another actor who was able to pursue his career in two completely different directions. We all remember how easily the star of “Mrs. Doubtfire” and “Aladdin” can make us laugh. But thanks to his more dramatic roles, Robin has shown that comedy is only the tip of the iceberg for him. “Will Hunting” and “Dead Poet Society” are the best examples to prove that Robin Williams could easily squeeze the tears from our eyes.