32 Actors Who Ran For Political Office

As a passionate observer, I can’t help but notice the captivating similarities between the art of acting and the arena of politics. It’s no surprise that performers, with their natural ability to engage and inspire, find themselves drawn towards the intriguing world of public service. Over the years, we’ve seen numerous actors step out from behind the camera and into the political limelight, some even winning their races and assuming roles as diverse as the mayor of a small town, like Clint Eastwood, or the President of the United States, such as Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump. Intrigued by this trend, I’ve compiled a list of 32 actors who have ventured into the political sphere throughout history.

Don’t Move Topped Netflix Global Charge With Help from Evil Dead and Spider-Man Director Sam Raimi

Sam Raimi, the director behind Spider-Man, also has a secret identity as a horror mastermind. He’s known for creating the iconic Evil Dead series and producing spine-tingling films like the 2015 Poltergeist remake and Don’t Breathe. In his newest endeavor, which is currently dominating Netflix charts following its recent release, Raimi is sharing some of his filmmaking wisdom with aspiring directors Adam Schindler and Brian Netto. Together, they are collaboratively creating a chilling thriller.

Wallace & Gromit: A Vengeance Most Fowl Gets Perfect Early Reviews

Initial feedback for the anticipated sequel, “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl“, is overwhelmingly positive, suggesting it might be the highest-rated film in the entire stop-motion series. In this latest adventure, Wallace and his loyal dog companion, Gromit, are back for their fifth big-screen outing, making a return since their last appearance in “The Curse of the Were-Rabbit” from 2005. After a nearly two-decade break, there were concerns that the new film might mirror the reception of 2023’s “Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget“, which received a mix of praise and criticism from both fans and critics. However, it seems Aardman Studios has regained its form with the return of Wallace and his love for cheese.

Oregon Trail Live-Action Comedy Movie will Bring the Text-Based Classic Computer Game to Life at Apple

Get ready to haul out the Conestoga wagons and round up the settlers, as it’s been confirmed that a movie adaptation of the classic Oregon Trail game is in development at Apple! Yes, I’m talking about the very same Oregon Trail, the pioneer-themed text-based strategy game that premiered in 1971. You take on the role of an adventurer in 1847, embarking on a perilous journey from Missouri to Oregon, where you hunt, gather resources, and strive to avoid starvation and diseases like dysentery throughout your journey.