When thinking of renowned actors, it is hard to overlook the powerhouse that is Matthew McConaughey. Since his debut in Dazed and Confused, fans have adored this actor's range of characters and embodiment of his roles. McConaughey is most widely known for his portrayals in romantic comedies, and has recently moved into accepting movies that are more dramatic. McConaughey has won 37 awards for his movie portrays and has indeed cemented himself as a super star.
While many fans think that they have watched every McConaughy film that exists, there are some films that may have slipped by even the most seasoned movie goer. There are roles that McConaughey played that most fans haven't recognized, forgotten about, or simply never saw, and noticing those movie roles is just as important as his breakout roles.
Danny Buck Davidson In Bernie
When Bernie was released in 2011, fans immediately praised the dark mockumentary for its quirky humor. The film told the true story of a small town in Texas, where a beloved member of the community, played by Jack Black, is accused of murdering a wealthy widow. McConnaughey's character is a local district attorney that hates Black's character and charges him with murder.
This film was widely received, but there are still many McConaughey fans that have never seen the film. It has received nominations for various awards, and McConaughey's portrayal of Danny Buck Davidson earned him Best Supporting Actor by the New York Film Critics Circle.
Buster Moon In Sing
Matthew McConnaughey is widely known for his more serious roles, and he is even known for his portrayals in comedies. However, McConnaughey has recently broken into animated film acting, and his role as Buster Moon in Sing is a role that is fun and unexpected.
Sing takes place in a fictitious town, where various animals live. Buster Moon is a koala that owns a struggling theater. In order to revamp his business, Moon holds a competition to find a great singer and put on a fantastic show.
Many parents may have taken their children to see the film when it was released in 2016, but most people were unaware that McConnaughey played a major character in the film. The film was widely received and fans loved the cute animals and fun singing that the movie offered.
Tip Tucker In Larger Than Life
McConaughey fans are used to seeing the star acting in films that are more serious and action packed, but the film, Larger Than Life, was a role that seemed like an unexpected choice for the actor. McConaughey plays Tip Tucker in the film, who is a fast-talking trucker. He is only in the film for a brief time, but his character is one that viewers can easily remember.
The film also stars Bill Murray, Jeremy Piven, and an elephant, making the overall cast seem slightly odd. Even though the film was widely forgotten, the film helped shape McConaughey into the actor he is today.
Connor Mead In Ghosts Of Girlfriends Past
It is no secret that Matthew McConaughey made a name for himself in multiple romantic comedies as well as his more serious roles. He has starred in films like Failure to Launch, The Wedding Planner, and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, but there are some lesser-known rom coms that he has been the love interest in. Ghosts of Girlfriends Past was released in 2009 and tells the story of a womanizing man being revisited by former girlfriends so he can better himself.
The film also starred Jennifer Garner and Michael Douglas but received negative reviews after its release. While the film was not widely received and many fans skipped it altogether, McConaughey still embodied the character perfectly.
Beetle In Kubo And The Two Strings
Matthew McConaughey has a voice that is recognizable to even the casual fan. However, many fans were shocked to find out McConaughey voiced a character in the stop-motion animated film Kubo and the Two Strings. The film centers around a young boy wielding a magical musical instrument, while also battling his aunts and grandfather.
The film was widely successful and critics praised the movie as a whole. The film also stars Charlize Theron, Art Parkinson, and George Takei. While it is a lesser-known McConaughey film, it is still a film the highlighted his range as an actor.
Rick Peck In Tropic Thunder
Tropic Thunder is another film that goes against the typical roles that Matthew McConaughey plays. In the film, McConaughey flexes his comedic chops by playing an agent to Ben Stiller's character. The comedy also boasted a star-studded cast by having Robert Downey Jr., Jack Black, Jay Baruchel, and even Tom Cruise.
When the film premiered in 2008, it was an instant comedic hit. Fans and critics alike adored the film's satirical humor and the powerhouse cast simply added to the theatrical experience as a whole. Even though McConaughey's role in the film was minor, his performance was one that fans immediately loved.
The Man In Black In The Dark Tower
When fans learned that Stephen King's critically acclaimed series, The Dark Tower, was going to be hitting the big screens, they were over the moon. The film boasted a massive following, especially when the cast was released. Matthew McConaughey was cast as The Man in Black, a villain that has crossed over into multiple Stephen King novels and films.
While the choice for McConaughey in this film seemed to be a match made in heaven, the film gained a lot of criticism after it was released. Fans were torn between either loving the film or hating it because it was drastically different than the novels. The Dark Tower may never get the series of films that fans were previously hoping for, making this film one that fans overlooked.
Finn Finnegan In Fool's Gold
This is another romantic comedy that Matthew McConaughey starred in that many fans might have forgotten. Fool's Gold was released in 2008 and also starred Kate Hudson. Set in the gorgeous Brisbane City, the movie centers around McConaughey's character as he attempts to find a treasure hidden within a shipwreck.
Even with the dreamy coastal setting, the film was still received as a flop. Critics rated the film lowly, so many fans of McConaughey's skipped it entirely. The rom-com may not have gotten the following it needed, but McConaughey's role fits him well.
Vilmer In Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation
It may be difficult for Matthew McConaughey fans to remember him starring in a gory horror film, but the actor did at the start of his Hollywood career. The film also starred Renée Zellweger and was released in 1994 after being shelved for years.
Though the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise has some heavy-hitting movies, this one was not so fortunate. The film was a complete flop and critics and fans alike hated the film. Even though the film was unsuccessful, McConaughey's performance in the film was unexpected but spot-on for the character he was cast as.
Ed "Eddy" Pekurny In EDtv
Even though Matthew McConaughey is the star of this film, many fans may never have heard or watched EDtv. The comedy/drama centers around a television network creating a show that films a normal person's life 24/7. The network chooses Ed, McConaughey's character, to be the star of the show, and things go downhill from there. The show progressively gets more interesting at the cost of Ed's personal life.
The film was released in 1999 and was generally liked by critics and fans. The film also held a star-studded cast with actors Woody Harelson, Elizabeth Hurley, Ellen DeGeneres, and Jenna Elfman sharing the screen with McConaughey. Even though the film is a hidden gem to most fans, its choice of casting McConaughey was smart and entertaining.