Dax Shepard has been a popular comedy actor since the early 2000s, but he's also certainly dabbled in other genres and popular films. From television to movies, Dax Shepard has a familiar face that most movie buffs will definitely know. In fact, fans probably first met this icon as a camera man in Cheaper By the Dozen way back in 2003.
Since then, this actor has over 50 credits to his name, and there's definitely decent choices to binge. To catch up on this man's greatness or to direct fans, here are Dax Shepard's 10 best roles, according to IMDb.
Let's Go To Prison (2006) - 6.0
This crime comedy is definitely slap-stick humor that only real fans of raunchy comedy will love. Directed by Bob Odenkirk, this flick stars Dax Shepard alongside Will Arnett.
A criminal plans for revenge, but things go awry when his victim's son finally finds his place - in prison beside him. This flick is outrageous and hilarious, and takes the first slot on Shepard's list of best roles.
CHIPS (2017) - 6.0
Directed by and starring Dax Shepard, this action crime comedy ties on this list with a 6.0/10. A rookie police officer is partnered with a strict veteran of the California Highway Patrol.
However, it turns out that his partner is actually an undercover Fed investigating a corrupt cop heist. With Michael Peña as his co-star, this movie is also a pretty underrated, cringy, and hilarious action-comedy.
Hit And Run (2012) - 6.1
This is probably the slap-stick comedy of the list. Directed by Shepard himself, alongside David Palmer, this action-comedy follows a former getaway driver (Shepard) who is currently in Witness Protection. After helping his girlfriend (Kristen Bell) get to Los Angeles, his old gang discovers where he is.
With Bradley Cooper as his long-lost criminal enemy, these characters are hilarious, unforgettable, and bound to make all fans of these actors laugh endlessly.
Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005) - 6.2
This action-adventure family flick is pretty much a modern and futuristic reboot of Jumanji. Two young brothers find themselves trapped in a space adventure where their house is flying while playing a magical board game.
With a young Josh Hutcherson, Jonah Bobo, Kristen Stewart, Tim Robbins, and Dax Shepard, this is a fun and spectacular adventure for all families.
Idiocracy (2006) - 6.6
This sci-fi adventure comedy is definitely underrated, and is bound to give all viewers a laugh. With Luke Wilson, Maya Rudolph, and Dax Shepard, this flick follows Private Joe Bauers - an average Joe selected by the Pentagon to be the test subject for a hibernation program.
After waking up five centuries in the future, he discovers he's the most intelligent person alive on the planet. This comedy is outrageous, but it's totally unique and intriguing.
This Is Where I Leave You (2014) - 6.6
This comedy-drama has everyone's dream cast - Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda, Adam Driver, Rose Byrne, Kathryn Hahn, Connie Britton, Timothy Olyphant, and Dax Shepard.
Four siblings return to their childhood home after their father dies, where they live for a week among their mother, spouses, and embarrassing pasts. For a fun and light-hearted binge, this flick is directed by Shawn Levy, has a stellar cast, and even scored a 6.6/10.
Bless This Mess (2019-) - 6.6
This comedy series stars Dax Shepard and Lake Bell, who play a newlywed couple. The two leave the big city for a simpler life in Nebraska, but it's nothing like they expected.
With two seasons and 23 episodes, this show likely has more to come, and scored a pretty impressive 6.6/10 on IMDb. For a wholesome and quirky show, this underrated series is certainly for fans of Dax Shepard.
The Judge (2014) - 7.4
This crime drama is definitely a big jump for Dax Shepard, and he played C.P. Kennedy in this Oscar-nominated film. Starring alongside Robery Downey Jr., Robert Duvall, Billy Bob Thornton, and Vera Farmiga, this flick follows a big-city lawyer, Hank.
After his father, the town's judge, is being charged with murder, Hank returns home to find the truth amidst his estranged family. With a whopping 7.4, this flick is certainly a change of pace for Shepard, and it certainly is worth watching.
The Ranch (2016-2020) - 7.5
Dax Shepard's top two roles are both television series. In this Netflix drama-comedy, Shepard joined the cast in 2018 and appeared as Luke for 25 episodes. Alongside Sam Elliot and Ashton Kutcher, this series tells the story of an old-school Colorado rancher, his headstrong and ambitious son, and their life on the ranch.
This show is certainly ready to give laughs to its viewers, but it's also pretty dramatic with some incredibly dynamic characters. Dax Shepard immerses in this role perfectly, and is definite comedic relief.
Parenthood (2010-2015)
This television role is definitely worthy of taking the #1 spot on this list. This comedy-drama follows the lives of the Braverman family, which is full of struggle, love, and parenting.
Dax Shepard plays Crosby Braverman, and stars alongside Peter Krause and Lauren Graham. With six seasons, this Golden-Globe nominated series is certainly worth binging for humor, family, and a brilliant Dax Shepard.