Fans of Bryan Cranston can catch the beloved actor in recent films like Kung Fu Panda 4 and Argylle, where he continues to prove his remarkable talent. A six-time Emmy winner and two-time Golden Globe winner, Cranston has become a household name thanks to his iconic roles in television, notably as the endearing Hal in Malcolm in the Middle and the stone-cold Walter White in Breaking Bad.
Remaking a beloved film is always a tough task, especially one often considered among the all-time best French movies. The Upside can't quite compare to the original, but it's a safe and pleasant take on a well-known formula. Cranston and Hart are brimming with chemistry, making every scene that they in touching and filled with humor. It’s also heartwarming to see Phillip’s journey from cynicism to optimism.
8 'The Infiltrator' Director: Brad Furman Based on the true story of U.S. Customs agent Robert Mazur, The Infiltrator is one of Cranston’s best cinematic roles. The movie follows Robert, who disappears into his new alias, Bob Musella, in the hopes of getting into Pablo Escobar’s drug cartel. However, the job comes with a lot of risks, so much so that Robert’s family gets in the crossfire between his mission and the cartel.
Despite being a dysfunctional family, the Hoovers are strangely endearing, and their journey is filled with both heartwarming moments and laugh-out-loud scenes. Cranston's intervention is short but memorable, as he captures the character's off-putting personality to a tee. Little Miss Sunshine is a wonderful indie comedy, and viewers will surely love the film's quirky characters and the heartwarming message about loving who you truly are.
3 'Trumbo' Director: Jay Roach In Trumbo, Cranston plays famed screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, who penned the western Lonely Are the Brave and the drama movie Kitty Foyle. The plot follows Trumbo’s blacklisting from Hollywood, where he’s forced to write under various pseudonyms. Trumbo explores the personal conflicts that Trumbo experienced as he stood his ground and refused to compromise on his principles.