Some actors are artists of their craft, earning critical acclaim, audience adoration, and tons of awards and nominations. These actors are so celebrated they become the pinnacle of the movie industry. Which makes them the A-listers of Hollywood.
But that doesn’t mean all A-list actors are so talented at acting.
There are certain actors that seem to be famous for a lot of things, except for their acting. Not only do these actors have not had any major acting gigs in a long time, but also got ignored by movie lovers.
Whether it’s because of constant bad choices in their acting projects, lots of blockbuster bombs, or just shifting their focus to other venues and careers, these actors are all but forgotten… in their roles as actors that is. Some still have a lot of star power. They just choose not to use it in acting.
So, who are these dishonorable actors? Take a look at the 13 most overly hyped actors right now.
#1 Amber Heard
Source: © Drive Angry / Lionsgate, © Justice League / Warner Bros. Pictures, © Magic Mike XXL / Warner Bros. Pictures
Unfortunately, the actress does not have any notable parts in films that might earn her an award. Despite her beauty, none of her roles are as brilliant. With her lawsuit with Johnny Depp, we won’t be seeing Amber Heard in movies any time soon.
#2 Scott Eastwood
Source: © Suicide Squad / Warner Bros. Pictures, © Pacific Rim: Uprising / Universal Pictures, © The Fate of the Furious / Universal Pictures
Despite the fact that the actor inherited his father's handsome features, he lacks the same excellent and iconic acting jobs. He has been in major films such as Suicide Squad, Pacific Rim: Uprising, and The Fate of the Furious, yet he is only cast in unmemorable minor roles.
#3 Amanda Bynes
Source: © Hairspray / Ingenious Media, © She's the Man / Paramount Pictures, © What a Girl Wants / Warner Bros. Pictures
The actress had a promising start to her career: after appearing on Nickelodeon in All That at a young age, she began doing popular adolescent comedies and dramas, with hits like Hairspray and She’s The Man. However, due to mental health issues, she has now retired from acting.
#4 Taylor Lautner
Source: © The Twilight Saga: New Moon / Lionsgate Entertainment, © Tracers / Saban Films, © Abduction / Lionsgate
Despite the legion of fans pining for Team Jocab, most people remember Taylor Lautner for his jacked body and for taking off his shirt. However, most of his acting jobs since Twilight have been panned by critics and audiences alike.
#5 Jennifer Lopez
Source: © Monster-in-Law / Warner Bros. Pictures, © Hustlers / Annapurna Pictures, © Second Act / STX Films
People thought Jennifer Lopez would have a successful acting career when she first debuted on screen in Selena. However, her film credits are pretty meh. Then there are some rather infamous films there as well, such as Gigli. At least she does have a singing career to fall back on.
#6 Cara Delevingne
Source: © Suicide Squad / Warner Bros. Pictures, © Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets / TF1 Films Production, © Kids in Love / Ealing Studios
Cara Delevingne is really pretty, and her acting chop is pretty decent, yet she has never had any major projects in a while. One of her most well-known acting credits was in the film Suicide Squad, which earned mixed reviews from reviewers and moviegoers alike. The same was true with Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, in which she played the lead as well. Not looking good, Cara!
#7 Jennifer Love Hewitt
Source: © I Know What You Did Last Summer / Sony Pictures Entertainment, © If Only / Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, © Heartbreakers / MGM Distribution Co.
Aside from romantic comedies, this actress has no big roles that have pleased either regular moviegoers or critics. Hewitt ranks first among actresses who frequently appear in bad movies – to the point that not a single picture she was in received a good review.
#8 Rob Schneider
Source: © The Hot Chick / The Walt Disney Studios, © The Animal / Sony Pictures Releasing, © Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo / The Walt Disney Studios
Viewers are likely to recognize Rob Schneider from comedies such as The Hot Chick and Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo, both of which have become cult classics. However, not a single picture starring Schneider has received more than 54% on Metacritic, which is not a stellar record for a world-famous performer.
#9 David Arquette
Source: © Scream 2 / Miramax, © Never Been Kissed / 20th Century Fox, © Amanda & Jack Go Glamping / Orion Pictures
Being on the Scream franchise was the most successful endeavor of David Arquette's career. Unfortunately, this was his sole notable job; the rest of his acting credits are rather forgettable.
#10 Christian Slater
Source: © Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles / Warner Bros., © He Was a Quiet Man / Raindance Entertainment, © Guns, Girls and Gambling / Universal Studios
We have definitely seen Christian Slater in many movies and TV shows but can’t recall any of his memorable roles. That is because he only plays unmemorable supporting roles. And many of the actor’s films haven’t received high ratings.
#11 January Jones
Source: © Love Actually / Universal Pictures, © X-Men: First Class / 20th Century Fox, © Sweetwater / Kickstart Productions
Even though she was excellent in Mad Men, most of her performances, particularly in films, fail to elicit any feeling from the audience. In fact, at times, they were considered rather contentious, such as her part as Emma Frost in X-Men: First Class.
#12 Charlie Day
Source: © Horrible Bosses / Warner Bros. Pictures, © Fist Fight / Warner Bros. Pictures, © Going the Distance / Warner Bros. Pictures
This actor is well-known and loved for his role in the television series It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, but he has not had much success in the film industry. Day's characters in Horrible Bosses, Fist Fight, and Going the Distance were all over-the-top and unmemorable at best. Yikes!
#13 Kevin James
Source: © Hitch / Sony Pictures Releasing, © Paul Blart: Mall Cop / Sony Pictures Releasing, © Zookeeper / Sony Pictures Releasing
Most people know him from the smash comedy Hitch, but this was hardly a great performance. Kevin always plays the role of a clumsy, well-meaning, oversized guy. And when he tried to change his image by filming a thriller, fans were left unimpressed.