James Franco

Born:19 เมษายน 2521

Place of Birth:Palo Alto, California, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

James Franco, born on April 19, 1978, is an American actor and filmmaker who has made a significant impact on the entertainment industry. His diverse range of roles has showcased his talent and versatility, earning him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.

One of Franco's most notable performances was in the film "127 Hours" (2010), for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. His portrayal of a man trapped in a canyon captivated audiences and solidified his reputation as a skilled actor.

Franco's filmography is extensive and impressive, including iconic roles in the Spider-Man trilogy directed by Sam Raimi, "Milk" (2008), "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" (2011), and "Oz the Great and Powerful" (2013). His collaborations with Seth Rogen have also been well-received, with films like "Pineapple Express" (2008) and "The Disaster Artist" (2017) showcasing their dynamic on-screen chemistry.

Beyond the big screen, Franco has made a mark on television with his memorable roles. From his breakout role as Daniel Desario in "Freaks and Geeks" to his portrayal of James Dean in a biographical film, Franco's television work has been equally compelling. His stint on the soap opera "General Hospital" and his role in the limited series "11.22.63" demonstrate his versatility across different mediums.

In addition to his acting prowess, Franco has also delved into filmmaking, directing and producing various projects. His dedication to the craft of storytelling is evident in his work both in front of and behind the camera.

Franco's career has been marked by accolades, including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for his role in "The Disaster Artist." His commitment to his craft and willingness to take on challenging roles have cemented his status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

With his captivating performances and dedication to his art, James Franco continues to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of his creativity. His contributions to both film and television have left a lasting impact on the industry, and his work serves as an inspiration to aspiring actors and filmmakers alike.

As Franco's career evolves, one thing remains constant: his passion for storytelling and his commitment to creating memorable and impactful work. Whether on the big screen or the small screen, Franco's talent shines through, making him a standout figure in Hollywood.

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Alien: Covenant

Jacob Branson (uncredited)

2017

The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise but is actually a dark, dangerous world.

The Disaster Artist

Tommy / "Johnny"

2017

An aspiring actor in Hollywood meets an enigmatic stranger by the name of Tommy Wiseau, the meeting leads the actor down a path nobody could have predicted; creating the worst movie ever made.

Spider-Man

Harry Osborn

2002

After being bitten by a genetically altered spider at Oscorp, nerdy but endearing high school student Peter Parker is endowed with amazing powers to become the superhero known as Spider-Man.

Spider-Man 3

New Goblin / Harry Osborn

2007

The seemingly invincible Spider-Man goes up against an all-new crop of villains—including the shape-shifting Sandman. While Spider-Man’s superpowers are altered by an alien organism, his alter ego, Peter Parker, deals with nemesis Eddie Brock and also gets caught up in a love triangle.

Homefront

Morgan 'Gator' Bodine

2013

Phil Broker is a former DEA agent who has gone through a crisis after his action against a biker gang went horribly wrong and it cost the life of his boss' son. He is recently widowed and is left with a 9-years-old daughter, Maddy. He decides to quit the turbulent and demanding life of thrill for Maddy's sake and retires to a small town. His daughter fights off a boy who was bullying her at school and this sets in motion a round of events that end in his direct confrontation with the local Meth drug lord. His past history with the biker gang also enters the arena, making matters more complex. But he has a mission in his mind to protect his daughter and he is ready to pay any cost that it demands.

Rise of the Planet of the Apes

Will Rodman

2011

A highly intelligent chimpanzee named Caesar has been living a peaceful suburban life ever since he was born. But when he gets taken to a cruel primate facility, Caesar decides to revolt against those who have harmed him.

The Interview

Dave Skylark

2014

Dave Skylark and his producer Aaron Rapaport run the celebrity tabloid show "Skylark Tonight". When they land an interview with a surprise fan, North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un, they are recruited by the CIA to turn their trip to Pyongyang into an assassination mission.

The Price of Money: A Largo Winch Adventure

Ezio Burntwood

2024

Largo Winch, devastated by the kidnapping of his son, realizes that if he finds those responsible for his bankruptcy, maybe he'll see his son again.

Sausage Party

Druggie (voice)

2016

Hot dog Frank leads a group of supermarket products on a quest to discover the truth about their existence and what really happens when they become chosen to leave the grocery store.

Spider-Man 2

Harry Osborn

2004

Peter Parker is going through a major identity crisis. Burned out from being Spider-Man, he decides to shelve his superhero alter ego, which leaves the city suffering in the wake of carnage left by the evil Doc Ock. In the meantime, Parker still can't act on his feelings for Mary Jane Watson, a girl he's loved since childhood. A certain anger begins to brew in his best friend Harry Osborn as well...

The Ballad of Buster Scruggs

Cowboy (segment "Near Algodones")

2018

Vignettes weaving together the stories of six individuals in the old West at the end of the Civil War. Following the tales of a sharp-shooting songster, a wannabe bank robber, two weary traveling performers, a lone gold prospector, a woman traveling the West to an uncertain future, and a motley crew of strangers undertaking a carriage ride.

127 Hours

Aron Ralston

2010

The true story of mountain climber Aron Ralston's remarkable adventure to save himself after a fallen boulder crashes on his arm and traps him in an isolated canyon in Utah.

Oz the Great and Powerful

Oz

2013

Oscar Diggs, a small-time circus illusionist and con-artist, is whisked from Kansas to the Land of Oz where the inhabitants assume he's the great wizard of prophecy, there to save Oz from the clutches of evil.

Knocked Up

Self (uncredited)

2007

A slacker and a career-driven woman accidentally conceive a child after a one-night stand. As they try to make the relationship work, they must navigate the challenges of parenthood and their differences in lifestyle and maturity.

Why Him?

Laird Mayhew

2016

A dad forms a bitter rivalry with his daughter's young rich boyfriend.

Eat Pray Love

David

2010

Liz Gilbert had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having – a husband, a house and a successful career – yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy, the power of prayer in India and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.

The Holiday

James Franco

2006

Two women, one American and one British, swap homes at Christmastime following bad breakups. Each woman finds romance with a local man but realizes that the imminent return home may end the relationship.

This Is the End

James Franco

2013

While attending a party at James Franco's house, Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel and many other celebrities are faced with the apocalypse.

Date Night

Taste

2010

Phil and Claire Foster fear that their mild-mannered relationship may be falling into a stale rut. During their weekly date night, their dinner reservation leads to their being mistaken for a couple of thieves—and now a number of unsavoury characters want Phil and Claire killed.

The Green Hornet

Danny Crystal Cleer (uncredited)

2011

Britt Reid, the heir to the largest newspaper fortune in Los Angeles, is a spoiled playboy who has been, thus far, happy to lead an aimless life. After his father dies, Britt meets Kato, a resourceful company employee. Realizing that they have the talent and resources to make something of their lives, Britt and Kato join forces as costumed crime-fighters to bring down the city's most-powerful criminal, Chudnofsky.

The Little Prince

The Fox (voice)

2015

Based on the best-seller book 'The Little Prince', the movie tells the story of a little girl that lives with resignation in a world where efficiency and work are the only dogmas. Everything will change when accidentally she discovers her neighbor that will tell her about the story of the Little Prince that he once met.

Kin

Taylor Balik

2018

A young boy finds a powerful otherworldly weapon, which he uses to save his older adoptive brother from a crew of thugs. Before long, the two of them are also pursued by federal agents and mysterious mercenaries aiming to reclaim their asset.

Pineapple Express

Saul Silver

2008

A stoner and his dealer are forced to go on the run from the police after the pothead witnesses a cop commit a murder.

The Night Before

Self

2015

In New York City for their annual tradition of Christmas Eve debauchery, three lifelong best friends set out to find the Holy Grail of Christmas parties since their yearly reunion might be coming to an end.

The Iceman

Marty Freeman

2012

The true story of Richard Kuklinski, the notorious contract killer and family man.

Lovelace

Hugh Hefner

2013

Story of Linda Lovelace, who is used and abused by the porn industry at the behest of her coercive husband, before taking control of her life.

Flyboys

Blaine Rawlings

2006

The adventures of the Lafayette Escadrille, young Americans who volunteered for the French military before the U.S. entered World War I, and became the country's first fighter pilots.

Milk

Scott Smith

2008

The true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man ever elected to public office. In San Francisco in the late 1970s, Harvey Milk becomes an activist for gay rights and inspires others to join him in his fight for equal rights that should be available to all Americans.

The Wicker Man

Bar Guy #1

2006

A sheriff investigating the disappearance of a young girl from a small island discovers there's a larger mystery to solve among the island's secretive, neo-pagan community.

Tristan & Isolde

Tristan

2006

An affair between the second in line to Britain's throne and the princess of the feuding Irish spells doom for the young lovers.

Spider-Man: All Roads Lead to No Way Home

Self (archive footage)

2022

JB Smoove and Martin Starr host a celebration of 20 years of "Spider-Man" movies, from the Sam Raimi trilogy to Marc Webb's movies and the trio from Jon Watts.

Your Highness

Fabious

2011

A fantasy movie about an arrogant, lazy prince and his more heroic brother who must complete a quest in order to save their father's kingdom.

True Story

Christian Longo

2015

A drama centered on the relationship between journalist Michael Finkel and Christian Longo, an FBI Most Wanted List murderer who for years lived outside the U.S. under Finkel's name.

Whatever It Takes

Chris Campbell

2000

A nerdy teen, Ryan Woodman is smitten with the popular and gorgeous Ashley Grant, who apparently has no interest in him. Meanwhile, dim star athlete Chris Campbell has his eye on Ryan's brainy and beautiful friend, Maggie Carter. The two agree to help each other in their romantic quests, but, as they come closer to their goals, both Ryan and Chris suspect that they might be pursuing the wrong girls.

Palo Alto

Mr. B

2013

A lack of parental guidance encourages teens in an affluent California town to rebel with substance abuse and casual sex.

Never Been Kissed

Jason

1999

Josie Geller, a baby-faced junior copywriter at the Chicago Sun-Times, must pose as a student at her former high school to research contemporary teenage culture. With the help of her brother, Rob, Josie infiltrates the inner circle of the most popular clique on campus. But she hits a major snag in her investigation -- not to mention her own failed love life -- when she falls for her dreamy English teacher, Sam Coulson.

King Cobra

Joe Kerekes

2016

It’s 2006, YouTube is in its infancy, and internet porn is still behind a paywall. Taking the stage name Brent Corrigan, a fresh-faced, wannabe adult video performer is molded into a star by Stephen, a closeted gay porn mogul who runs the skin flick empire Cobra Video from his seemingly ordinary suburban home.

Nights in Rodanthe

Mark Flanner (uncredited)

2008

Adrienne is trying to decide whether to stay in her unhappy marriage or not, and her life changes when Paul, a doctor who is travelling to reconcile with his estranged son, checks into an inn where she is staying.

The Vault

Ed Mass

2017

Two estranged sisters are forced to rob a bank in order to save their brother. But this is no ordinary bank.

Annapolis

Jake Huard

2006

Jake Huard, from a shipbuilders family, promised his dying mother he'ld make it to Anapolis Naval Academy. Thanks to tenaciously bugging a Congressman, he's selected despite dubious grades. Once inside, Jake soon proves sub-standard academically. Constantly challenged to his limits, repeatedly made the 'over-cocky' reason for the entire class to suffer, Jake nearly quits, but after facing his utterly un-supportive father's gloating returns just in time. Stubborn Jake finds support withs mates as well as Senor Ali, his lover-to-be, and a discipline he may excel in: the 'brigade' boxing tournament, open to all ranks.

With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story

Self

2010

At 89 years old, Stan Lee's name appears on more than one BILLION comics in 75 countries in 25 languages. Arguably the most recognized name in comics, Stan Lee has co-created over 500 legendary pop culture characters including Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, X-Men, Iron Man, Thor and The Hulk. Stan continues to create new material and entertain fans of all ages with fantastic stories and characters in all areas of entertainment. With Great Power: the Stan Lee Story, explores the vivid life and imagination of Stan Lee, from the early days of his Depression-era upbringing through the Marvel Age of Comics and beyond! The film uncovers original transcripts, illustrations, photographs and stories of Lee's fascinating journey from his early years at Timely Comics and World War Two, the comic book industry's censorship battle of the 1950's led by Dr. Fredric Wertham, the dawn of Marvel Comics and the legendary characters Stan co-created, to his current company POW! Entertainment.

Veronica Mars

James Franco (uncredited)

2014

Years after walking away from her past as a teenage private eye, Veronica Mars gets pulled back to her hometown - just in time for her high school reunion - in order to help her old flame Logan Echolls, who's embroiled in a murder mystery.

Third Person

Rick

2014

An acclaimed novelist struggles to write an analysis of love in one of three stories, each set in a different city, that detail the beginning, middle and end of a relationship.

The Great Raid

Captain Prince

2005

As World War II rages, the elite Sixth Ranger Battalion is given a mission of heroic proportions: push 30 miles behind enemy lines and liberate over 500 American prisoners of war.

City by the Sea

Joey

2002

Vincent LaMarca is a dedicated and well-respected New York City police detective who has gone to great lengths to distance himself from his past, but then makes the terrible discovery that his own son has fallen into a life of crime.

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The Disaster Artist

Producer

2017

An aspiring actor in Hollywood meets an enigmatic stranger by the name of Tommy Wiseau, the meeting leads the actor down a path nobody could have predicted; creating the worst movie ever made.

The Interview

Executive Producer

2014

Why Him?

Executive Producer

2016

A dad forms a bitter rivalry with his daughter's young rich boyfriend.

Palo Alto

Author

2013

A lack of parental guidance encourages teens in an affluent California town to rebel with substance abuse and casual sex.