Pick The Best Actors And We'll Guess Your Favorite Movie

How can we measure how successful an actor or actress is? And does that have anything to do with their talent?

Some folks might say that an actor with lots of work, and plenty of film credits under their belt is successful but then what about actors like Daniel Day-Lewis? He is known to be extremely picky when it comes to roles and has only starred in only six films since 1998. However, he's won the Academy Award for Best Actor three times (My Left Foot, There Will Be Blood, and Lincoln), a feat no other actor has ever achieved.

Having one hit role is not guaranteed to help an actor have a successful career either, just look at the stars of Twilight; Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner, who've struggled to retain their place in the spotlight after the last film in the series wrapped.

To make it big in Hollywood and become one of the world's favorite film stars takes a combination of talent, passion, dedication, and luck, and today we want to find out who our readers think the best performers are. All they need to do is pick or pass on these famous faces and at the end, we'll reveal their all-time favorite movie!

Question 1

Leonardo DiCaprio

A-lister Leonardo DiCaprio's film career began in the early 90's when he appeared in movies like Critters 3 (his very first movie role), This Boy's Life, and What's Eating Gilbert Grape. He rose to super-stardom in the late 90's with leading roles in Romeo + Juliet and then the epic box-office hit Titanic.

Question 2

Matt Damon

Matt Damon is easily one of the most versatile actors in Hollywood. He has the ability to take on almost type of role, although these days he's seen more as an action star. He's the winner of an Academy Award (Best Original Screenplay for Good Will Hunting) which he shares with his close friend Ben Affleck.

Question 3

Johhny Depp

Need an actor to play an off-the-wall character? Look no further. There's one man we can always rely on to pull off larger-than-life characters and that's Johhny Depp! From a demented barber to a rum-guzzling pirate to a mad hatter and even an eccentric chocolatier Johnny's filmography speaks to his seemingly endless talent.

Question 4

Christopher Walken

Veteran actor Christopher Walken has appeared in more than 100 films and television shows during his career. Some of his best-known films include The Deer Hunter (which won him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor), The Dead Zone, Batman Returns, Pulp Fiction, The Prophecy, Catch Me If You Can, and Sleepy Hollow.

Question 5

Reese Witherspoon

Reese Witherspoon is an Academy Award-winning actress best known for her roles in movies like Walk The Line, Election, Legally Blonde, Sweet Home Alabama, and Wild. As well as being one of the highest paid actresses in the world she is also an entrepreneur and owner of a film production company.

Question 6

Jennifer Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence is only 28 years old but she is already considered to be one of the most influential celebrities in the world. Her smash hit films like Silver Linings Playbook and the Hunger Games movie series have grossed more than $5.7 billion in box office returns, making her one of the highest paid actresses in the world.

Question 7

Will Smith

Although Will Smith has not won an Academy Award (just yet anyway!) he has been nominated twice. His nominations (for Best Actor) were for his leading roles in Ali and The Pursuit of Happyness. Most recently fans will remember him as Deadshot from Suicide Squad, a role he chose over appearing in Independence Day: Resurgence.

Question 8

Anthony Hopkins

Sir Anthony Hopkins will always be remembered as the infamous Dr. Hannibal Lecter in The Silence of the Lambs; a role which netted him the Academy Award for Best Actor. His other notable films include Hannibal, Red Dragon, Meet Joe Black, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Legends of the Fall, Thor, and Fracture.

Question 9

Bruce Willis

Few people know that before Bruce Willis enjoyed his break-out role as John McClane in the first Die Hard film he was actually a stage actor. Today this veteran film star has appeared in more than 60 movies including titles such as 12 Monkeys, Pulp Fiction, The Fifth Element Armageddon, The Sixth Sense, Unbreakable Sin City, Red, and Looper.

Question 10

Angelina Jolie

Angelina Jolie rose to prominence in the latter half of the 90's with roles in movies like Hackers, Gia, and Girl, Interrupted (which earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress). Her varied filmography also includes Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Wanted, Salt, A Mighty Heart, and Changeling.

Question 11

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey began his career with stage roles and small parts in TV shows before making a name for himself as a movie star in the 90's with films like The Usual Suspects, L.A Confidential, and Seven. Most recently he's appeared in Horrible Bosses and Baby Driver as well as starring in the hit Netflix show House of Cards.

Question 12

Kate Winslet

British actress Kate Winslet made her on-screen debut in the 1994 film Heavenly Creatures. Just three years later she won the role of Rose in Titanic by constantly pestering director James Cameron, impressing on him that she was perfect for the role. In the end, he relented and the movie was a massive success, becoming the highest-grossing movie of all time (at that stage).

Question 13

Al Pacino

Al Pacino is a veteran actor who, in his almost 50-year long career, has appeared in at least 58 movies. His most notable work includes cult classics like The Godfather, Serpico, Scarface, and Dog Day Afternoon, as well as movies like Carlito's Way, Scent of a Woman, Donnie Brasco, Heat, and Insomnia.

Question 14

Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman made her film debut when she starred alongside Jean Reno and Gary Oldman in the 1994 film Léon: The Professional. She then went on to star as Padmé Amidala in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, a role which gained her international attention. Her other notable roles include Closer. Black Swan, No Strings Attached, Thor, Thor: The Dark World, and Jackie.

Question 15

Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington is the winner of not one, but two Academy Awards. He won Best Supporting Actor for his role in the historical drama Glory and Best Actor for his portrayal of crooked cop Detective Alonzo Harris in Training Day. His other notable films include Malcolm X, Man on Fire, The Manchurian Candidate, The Pelican Brief, and Crimson Tide.

Question 16

Julia Roberts

In terms of box office receipts, Pretty Woman star Julia Roberts is the queen. With her as a headliner, a movie is sure to draw a crowd and it shows with collective box office receipts adding up to an incredible US$2.8 billion. No wonder she's one of the highest-paid actresses in the world!

Question 17

Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson is the world's highest-paid actress and there's a good reason for that. Not only is she is beautiful, she is also talented, able to take on a number of diverse roles across film genres. Her most notable films include The Horse Whisperer, Lost in Translation, Match Point, The Prestige, Under the Skin, and Lucy.

Question 18

Robert De Niro

Although it may be hard to believe, it's estimated that Robert De Niro has appeared in more than 100 films during his career. He rose to fame as a young Vito Corleone in The Godfather Part II, which won him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and set him on the path to superstardom.

Question 19

Amy Adams

Amy Adams made a name for herself as an actress with exceptional performances in films like Junebug, Catch Me if You Can, and Drop Dead Gorgeous. She then progressed to leading lady parts in films like The Fighter, The Master, and Arrival. She's won two Golden Globes for her work and been nominated for five Academy Awards.

Question 20

Jack Nicholson

Jack Nicholson is best known for his portrayal of dark characters and villains. Over a career spanning almost 60 years, he's appeared in over 55 movies, including titles such as Easy Rider, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, The Shining, The Witches of Eastwick, As Good as It Gets, The Bucket List, and The Departed.

Question 21

Christian Bale

Christian Bale is an actor known for his dedication to the roles he plays. He will go to great lengths to prepare for a role, for example, he lost 63 pounds to play the leading role in The Machinist. He's best known for playing Batman in The Dark Knight trilogy and John Connor in Terminator Salvation.

Question 22

Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway began to attract attention in the mid-2000's when she appeared in movies like Brokeback Mountain, The Devil Wears Prada, and Bride Wars. She earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Fantine in Les Misérables and also starred as the White Queen in Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass.

Question 23

Edward Norton

Edward Norton's most memorable work includes performances in movies like Fight Club, Red Dragon, Kingdom of Heaven, The Illusionist, Frida, The Bourne Legacy, and The Incredible Hulk. He's been nominated for Academy Awards for his roles in Primal Fear, American History X, and Birdman, but has yet to take one home.

Question 24

Emma Stone

At just 29-years old Emma Stone can already boast an Academy Award win and the fact that she was the highest paid actress in the world in 2017. Many feel that Stone, the star of movies like La La Land, Easy A, and Crazy, Stupid, Love, might be one of the most talented actresses of her generation.

Question 25

Gary Oldman

Although he began acting in films during the early 80's it wasn't until the 90's that Gary Oldman started to become a well-known name. His performances as a villain in movies like Bram Stoker's Dracula, The Fifth Element, and Léon: The Professional helped put him on the map. These days, of course, he's better known as the actor who plays Sirius Black in the Harry Potter film series.

Question 26

Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman is an actor known for his deep voice, and his ability to play both serious and comedic roles. He won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role alongside Hilary Swank in Million Dollar Baby and received Oscar nominations for his roles in Street Smart, Driving Miss Daisy, The Shawshank Redemption, and Invictus. Robert Downey Jnr.

Question 27

Robert Downey Jnr.

Robert Downey Jnr. proved to us all that it's never too late to stage a comeback. During the early 90's he shot to fame as the love-interest of Ally McBeal but due to personal issues, his career then fell to pieces. But he returned in a big way, it doesn't get much bigger than a superhero, does it?

Question 28

Charlize Theron

Charlize Theron rose to fame in the 90's with breakout performances in movies like The Devil's Advocate and The Cider House Rules. She then went on to play the intense Aileen Wuornos in Monster, a role which won her the Academy Award for Best Actress. She was also nominated for an Academy Award nomination for her role in the drama flick North Country.

Question 29

George Clooney

George Clooney became a household name playing the role of Dr. Doug Ross in the medical drama show ER. But by the early 2000's Clooney had become a star of the big screen too with performances in movies like Three Kings, Oceans Eleven, and Syriana. As well as being an actor Clooney is also a director, producer, and screenwriter.

Question 30

Halle Berry

Most people remember Halle Berry as Storm in X-Men or from her role as Jinx in the Bond film Die Another Day. Berry has also appeared in movies like Swordfish, Gothika and X-Men: Days of Future Past, and is the only black woman to have ever won the Academy Award for Best Actress (Monster's Ball).

Question 31

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt rose to prominence in the 90's with breakout performances in films like A River Runs Through It, Legends of the Fall, Interview with the Vampire, Seven, 12 Monkeys, and the now cult classic film; Fight Club. He's played the leading man in a number of films including World War Z, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Troy, Meet Joe Black, and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

Question 32

Judi Dench

Although she began acting on stage in the late 1960's and starred in many starred in many plays it wasn't until she landed the role of M in the 1995 Bond film GoldenEye that Judi Dench became a well-known name. She's been nominated for Academy Awards seven times, picking up one win (Best Supporting Actress) for her role as Queen Elizabeth I in Shakespeare in Love.

Question 33

Keira Knightley

Keira Knightley is best known for her role as Elizabeth Swann in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series and for her supporting role as Sabé in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. She also is known for her period character portrayals in movies like Pride & Prejudice, Atonement, and Silk.

Question 34

Liam Neeson

Liam Neeson rose to fame in the early 90's when he starred in the Academy Award-winning film, Schindler's List. Since then his filmography has gone on to include films such as Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, Batman Begins, Kinsey, the Taken film series, The Grey, Silence, and, of course, The A-Team.

Question 35

Emma Watson

Imagine co-starring in a movie, your very first movie ever, and having that movie become the highest-grossing film of the year? That could definitely set your career in the right direction and that's exactly what happened to Harry Potter star Emma Watson. Her impressive post-Potter filmography now includes films like The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Bling Ring, and Beauty and the Beast.

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