Top 50 Best Tallest Actors Of All Time [2023]

 

We all have often heard people assert that most of the popular screen performers in the world look shorter in person than they look on celluloid.

 

While this old-age belief might more or less be correct, one can also not deny the fact that some tall actors appear even taller on-screen.

 

Height is a god-gifted physical attribute that one cannot do much about.

 

Since the actors that we are going to mention on this list acknowledge the aforementioned fact, they are able to use their stature to their advantage.

 

Even though the tallest of actors might actually have to bend to take pictures with their fans, their height does help them in their professional space - a space where it matters the most.

 

This is because the producers and writers are able to identify their roles and sketch characters accordingly for them.

 

While most of these actors are comfortable with self-deprecating jokes on their respective heights, some of them are able to play massy action heroes or even villains on the silver screen.

 

Since our readers share a grave interest in the entertainment industry, they might well be aware of the actors that we are going to include in this list.

 

But, we can bet on the fact that they wouldn't exactly know how tall they really are.

 

Having said that, we would also like to mention that some of the actors featured on the list also happened to be successful sportsmen before trying their hands at acting.

 

So, buckle up and try to see if your favorite actor could make it to the much-awaited list of the tallest film actors.

 

Note: This compilation has not been put together keeping in mind the acting caliber of the mentioned performers.

 

It has solely been prepared on the basis of their height with the tallest actor being at the top and the shortest "among the tallest" placed at number 50.

 

 

50. Thomas William Hiddleston

 

 

 

Thomas William Hiddleston, who is popularly known as Tom Hiddleston, appeared in a handful of television movies and shows before making it big in Hollywood.

 

He shot to fame after having portrayed the character of Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films such as Thor, The Avengers, Thor: The Dark World, Thor: Ragnarok, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame.

 

He reprised his role in the Disney+ series, titled Loki. The series was highly praised by critics, especially for its time concept, and among all new shows by Marvel, it is arguably the most popular one.

 

 

 

49. Hugh Michael Jackman AC

 

 

 

Recipient of a Golden Globe Award, Grammy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Tony Awards, Hugh Jackman shot to fame after having portrayed the character of Wolverine in the X-Men series of feature films.

 

He has been a part of films belonging to different genres throughout his career.

 

Some of his most popular credits include Kate & Leopold, The Prestige, Prisoners, Logan, The Greatest Showman, and The Front Runner among others.

 

 

 

48. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger

 

 

 

Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger, who is a former governor of California and bodybuilder, is one of the most popular film stars to have ever rocked the silver screen.

 

Named by Time magazine in their list of the 100 most influential people in the world on two separate occasions, the action superstar has been seen in well-regarded film projects such as Commando, Predator, Total Recall, Jingle All the Way, Kindergarten Cop, True Lies, and the massively successful Terminator series.

 

The actor has won one Primetime Emmy Award and several nominations for Saturn Award.

 

 

 

47. Nicholas Caradoc Hoult

 

 

 

Nicholas Caradoc Hoult is known for appearing in big-ticket motion pictures as well as for the characters that he has played in independent projects.

 

The actor, who has featured in both American and British films, has been nominated for a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award, respectively.

 

He can be seen in titles such as Mad Max: Fury Road, Those Who Wish Me Dead, and Warm Bodies among others.

 

 

 

46. Benjamin Géza Affleck-Boldt

 

 

 

Benjamin Géza Affleck-Boldt, who is known professionally as Ben Affleck, is a competent actor and filmmaker who has contributed to the movie-making industry for over three decades now.

 

A recipient of two Academy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards, he has been seen in motion pictures such as Mallrats, Dazed and Confused, The Town, Gone Girl, The Accountant, and Pearl Harbor, to name a few.

 

He has also directed films like 'Argo' and 'Gone Baby Gone.'

 

 

 

45. Idrissa Akuna "Idris" Elba OBE

 

 

 

Idrissa Akuna "Idris" Elba, who is known to the cinematic world as Idris Elba, is one of the most prolific mainstream performers to make it to our list.

 

Known for playing significant roles in television shows such as The Wire and Luther, the talented film star has been seen in feature films such as Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, American Gangster, and Beasts of No Nation, to name a few.

 

He has been nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film four times (winning one).

 

He has also received five nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award.

 

 

 

44. David Michael Bautista Jr.

 

 

 

David Michael Bautista Jr., who is professionally known as Dave Bautista, had been a popular World Wrestling Entertainment superstar before he started trying his luck in the movies.

 

Better known for having played the character of "Drax the Destroyer" in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Dave Bautista has been a part of some incredibly popular feature films such as The Man with the Iron Fists, Riddick, Blade Runner 2049, Army of the Dead, Spectre, Dune, and Stuber, to name a few.

 

 

 

43. David Kenneth Harbour

 

 

 

David Kenneth Harbour may have been a part of the entertainment industry for over two decades now but he only gained prominence and his due credit after having appeared as Jim Hopper in the Netflix science fiction drama series, titled Stranger Things.

 

For his performance in the show, he received a Critics' Choice Television Award in 2018.

 

Furthermore, he also received Primetime Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominations for the same.

 

 

 

42. Paul Bettany

 

 

 

The sharp-looking and tall Paul Bettany, who was first seen in a television show titled Wycliffe, is famous for playing Vision and voicing J. A. R. V. I. S. in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films such as Iron Man, Iron Man 2, The Avengers, Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: Civil War, and Avengers: Infinity War.

 

For his performance in the miniseries titled WandaVision, he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

 

 

 

41. James D'Arcy

 

 

 

James D'Arcy, who was born Simon Richard D'Arcy, is a proficient screen performer who is known for having appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series titled Agent Carter and in the global blockbuster Avengers: Endgame.

 

The actor started his career by playing a minor role in television shows such as Silent Witness and Dalziel and Pascoe.

 

However, he has made his presence felt in popular mainstream projects such as Dunkirk, Cloud Atlas, and Hitchcock.

 

 

 

40. Zachary Levi Pugh

 

 

 

Zachary Levi Pugh, who was a part of a handful of television movies before making it into the mainstream, rose to prominence after playing the role of Chuck Bartowski in the series, titled Chuck.

 

Soon after, he gained further fame after headlining the superhero comedy feature film, titled Shazam!, the sequel of which is tipped to release later this year.

 

He has also been a part of other popular motion pictures such as Thor: The Dark World and Thor: Ragnarok.

 

 

39. James Brolin

 

 

 

James Brolin is a notable figure in the American Film Industry.

 

Not only is he an actor but he is also equally adept at directing and producing.

 

The actor, who has appeared in over 100 films and television shows throughout the course of his career, has been a recipient of two Golden Globe Awards and an Emmy Award, respectively.

 

Some of his most significant television and film projects are Hotel, Marcus Welby, M. D., Life in Pieces, Skyjacked, Traffic, and Westworld, to name a few.

 

 

38. John William Ferrell

 

 

 

John William Ferrell, who is famously known as Will Ferrell, first made a name for himself after having appeared as a cast member of Saturday Night Live in the mid-1990s.

 

The actor has played a key role in feature films such as Elf, Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, Kicking & Screaming, Land of the Lost, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, and Semi-Pro, to name a few.

 

 

37. John Burke Krasinski

 

 

 

We sure have loved to see John Burke Krasinski play the role of the admirable and goofy Jim Halpert in the classic sitcom, titled The Office.

 

However, the actor has gone on to demonstrate that he is much more than that.

 

Today, John Burke Krasinski can be seen writing, directing, and starring in critically and commercially acclaimed motion pictures.

 

His television and film credits include projects such as A Quiet Place franchise, Jack Ryan, and 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, to name a few.

 

 

36. Sacha Noam Baron Cohen

 

 

 

Sacha Noam Baron Cohen is one of the most talented tall men to make it to our list.

 

Not only is he a successful actor but he is also a skilled director and screenwriter.

 

He is famous for his outstanding creation and portrayal of satirical characters such as Ali G, Borat Sagdiyev, Brüno Gehard, and Admiral General Aladeen.

 

He has been seen in motion pictures such as The Dictator, Borat, Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, Hugo, and The Trial of the Chicago 7, to name a few.

 

 

35. Christopher "Chris" Hemsworth AM

 

 

 

Christopher "Chris" Hemsworth has been on a constant rise at the box office ever since he started portraying Thor in the Thor series of blockbuster motion pictures.

 

However, the tall and handsome film star first started to grab eyeballs after having played Kim Hyde in the hit Australian television series, titled Home and Away.

 

Among the highest-paid actors in the world today, Chris Hemsworth has been seen in feature films such as Extraction, Snow White and the Huntsman, and The Cabin in the Woods, to name a few.

 

 

34. Matthew Lyn Lillard

 

 

 

Matthew Lyn Lillard is an actor, comedian, director, and producer who was first seen in a feature, titled Ghoulies Go to College, in the year 1990.

 

The actor, who made his directorial debut with the coming-of-age drama Fat Kid Rules the World, has been seen as an actor in motion pictures such as Scream, Home Run Showdown, Return to Nim's Island, The Descendants, Trouble with the Curve, Twin Peaks: The Return, and Match, to name a few.

 

 

33. Bill Istvan Günther Skarsgård

 

 

 

Bill Istvan Günther Skarsgård, who is professionally known as Bill Skarsgård, found fame after having portrayed Pennywise the Dancing Clown in the supernatural horror film It and its sequel, titled It Chapter Two.

 

Aside from the aforementioned flicks, Bill Skarsgård has also made an appearance in feature films such as Simple Simon, The Divergent Series: Allegiant, Atomic Blonde, Nine Days, and Villains, to name a few.

 

He has also starred in two horror shows, titled Hemlock Grove and Castle Rock.

 

 

32. Vincent Philip D'Onofrio

 

 

 

Vincent Philip D'Onofrio is an actor, director, and producer who has been involved in over 100 television and film projects throughout the course of his career.

 

He has been seen playing both the supporting and leading characters.

 

The actor, who has received a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award and two Saturn Awards, has appeared in film and television projects such as Full Metal Jacket, Men in Black, Men in Black: The Series, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, The Cell, and Jurassic World, to name a few.

 

 

31. Liam Hemsworth

 

 

 

Liam Hemsworth, who made his television debut in a show titled Home and Away, is known to have played a role in the soap opera Neighbours and the children's television series, titled The Elephant Princess.

 

Regarding American feature films, the actor has appeared in titles such as The Last Song, The Dressmaker, Independence Day: Resurgence, The Duel, Triangle, and The Hunger Games franchise.

 

He also starred alongside Sylvester Stallone in the second installment of The Expendables.

 

 

30. Cornelius Crane "Chevy" Chase

 

 

 

Cornelius Crane "Chevy" Chase, who is professionally known as Chevy Chase, has been making his lively presence felt in the entertainment industry for over four decades now.

 

Our readers would be surprised to know that he was born into a prominent family and tried plenty of other jobs before finally setting down to act.

 

Chevy Chase, who has featured in five National Lampoon's Vacation films, has also been a part of titles such as Foul Play and Modern Problems.

 

Also, he has hosted the Academy Awards twice, in 1987 and 1988, respectively.

 

 

29. Jason Jordan Segel

 

 

 

One of the most talented and adorable tall performers to make it to our list, Jason Jordan Segel shot to fame after having played the much-loved character of Marshall Eriksen in the smash-hit sitcom, titled How I Met Your Mother.

 

The actor has appeared in several popular motion pictures such as Sex Tape, Knocked Up, Despicable Me, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, I Love You, Man, Bad Teacher, The Muppets, Windfall, and Jeff, Who Lives at Home, to name a few.

 

The actor has won a ASCAP award for Forgetting Sarah Marshall.

 

 

28. Danny Lebern Glover

 

 

 

Danny Lebern Glover is an actor, film director, and political activist who has featured in a number of box office hits throughout the course of his immensely successful film career.

 

Best known for playing the role of Roger Murtaugh in the Lethal Weapon series of feature films, Danny Glover is noticed for signing projects that he is comfortable with.

 

He has played an important part in motion pictures such as Predator 2, Operation Dumbo Drop, The Color Purple, To Sleep with Anger, Angels in the Outfield, Jumanji: The Next Level, and Shooter, to name a few.

 

 

27. William John Neeson OBE

 

 

 

William John Neeson, who is popularly known as Liam Neeson, is arguably the most popular actor from Northern Ireland to make it to Hollywood.

 

The acclaimed film star has received nominations for an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, two Tony Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards throughout the course of his celebrated acting career thus far.

 

He has been seen in popular feature films such as Schindler's List, Nell, and the Taken series.

 

 

26. Jared Tristan Padalecki

 

 

 

Jared Tristan Padalecki is a 193-centimeter tall American actor who was first seen in the 1999 feature film, titled A Little Inside.

 

The actor, who grew up in Texas, shot to fame in the early 2000s after having played a major character in the television show Gilmore Girls.

 

He was also seen appearing in motion pictures such as New York Minute and House of Wax.

 

However, Jared Tristan Padalecki is best known for portraying Sam Winchester confidently in the television series, titled Supernatural.

 

 

25. Joshua David Duhamel

 

 

 

Joshua David Duhamel is an actor who started his career as a fashion model.

 

After having signed a number of modeling assignments, he made his debut on television with All My Children.

 

The actor, who had also played a part in the television shows such as Las Vegas and Battle Creek, has been seen in popular feature films such as Transformers: The Last Knight, Life as We Knot It, When in Rome, Safe Haven, New Year's Eve, and You're Not You among others.

 

 

24. Joel Edward McHale

 

 

 

Joel Edward McHale is a multi-talented addition to our list.

 

Not only is he an actor but he is also a superb comedian, writer, producer, and television host.

 

Known for hosting The Soup, Joel Edward McHale has made his presence felt in various television and film projects.

 

His most notable television and movie credits include Community, Spy Kids: All the Time in the World, Open Season 2, Ted, The Happytime Murders, and The Great Indoors, to name a few.

 

 

23. Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa

 

 

 

Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa, who is known to the cinematic universe as Jason Momoa, made his acting debut on the television show, titled Baywatch.

 

He found greater fame after having played a ruthless warrior in the blockbuster HBO series, titled Game of Thrones.

 

His muscular build and height made him the perfect man to play the role.

 

The actor also headlines the Aquaman series of popular feature films. He has also appeared in the DC's Justice League movies reprising his role of Aquaman.

 

Jason Momoa is so tall that it makes his comparatively shorter bodyguards look funny around him.

 

 

22. Donald McNichol Sutherland CC

 

 

 

Donald McNichol Sutherland CC, who is professionally known as Donald Sutherland, made his screen debut with a minor role that he played in an unpopular television show, titled Studio 4.

 

However, in a career spanning six decades now, Donald Sutherland has established himself as one of the most respected screen actors working today.

 

The actor, who is known for his sharp acting skills and admirable height, has made a name for himself by playing dark characters on celluloid.

 

Needless to mention, his tall stature and commanding voice make him a perfect screen villain.

 

He has won a plethora of awards throughout his career.

 

In fact, several media outlets have called him one of the best actors to have never won an Academy Award.

 

 

21. John Arthur Lithgow

 

 

 

John Arthur Lithgow, who has been a fantastic performer on stage, in films, and on television, is one of the most prolific actors working today.

 

The actor, who has been inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame, has also been a recipient of two Golden Globe Awards, six Primetime Emmy Awards, three Screen Actors Guild Awards, and two Tony Awards, respectively.

 

He is one of the few actors to have received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

 

 

20. Clinton Eastwood Jr.

 

 

 

Clinton Eastwood Jr., who is popularly known as Clint Eastwood, is one of the most successful film personalities of all time.

 

He is an actor, director, producer, and composer. After having gained recognition with the Western television series titled Rawhide, he was seen in popular cult films such as the Dollars Trilogy and the Dirty Harry series of feature films.

 

These roles, along with plenty of other characters that he played in a multitude of Western flicks, turned Clint Eastwood into a cultural icon of masculinity.

 

The legend continues to direct and act in movies, still looking as badass as ever.

 

 

19. Stefan Kapičić

 

 

 

Stefan Kapičić is a Serbian actor who found fame after having been a part of both the installments of the Deadpool franchise.

 

A member of the Council for the Film Industry of Montenegro, Stefan Kapičić has also appeared in motion pictures and television projects such as The Brothers Bloom, Čarlston za Ognjenku, Bićemo prvaci sveta, Better Call Saul, and Love, Death & Robots, to name a few.

 

Kapičić got married to Croatian actress Ivana Horvat in the year 2017.

 

 

18. Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgård

 

 

 

Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgård, who is famously known as Alexander Skarsgård, began acting at the of 7.

 

However, he quit performing within a few years to serve in the Swedish military.

 

After making his much-awaited comeback to the movies, he was seen in film and television projects such as Zoolander, Generation Kill, True Blood, Melancholia, Battleship, Godzilla vs. Kong, Long Shot, The Legend of Tarzan, and Big Little Lies, to name a few.

 

 

17. Jeffrey Lynn Goldblum

 

 

 

Jeffrey Lynn Goldblum, who is popularly known as Jeff Goldblum, has been seen in some of the biggest box office hits of his time.

 

He has featured in motion pictures such as Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Independence Day, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, and Independence Day: Resurgence among others. 'The Big Chill' star also won a Saturn Award for Best Actor for his strong performance in David Cronenberg's The Fly.

 

 

16. Vincent Anthony Vaughn

 

 

 

Vincent Anthony Vaughn is a reputed actor, screenwriter, and comedian.

 

Before he shot to fame with the comedy-drama feature film titled Swingers, he was seen playing minor roles on television.

 

He has been seen in motion pictures such as Rudy, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Wedding Crashers, The Break-Up, Hacksaw Ridge, The Internship, and Brawl in Cell Block 99 among others.

 

When it comes to his stint on the television, he has appeared in shows such as True Detective, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and F is for Family, to name a few.

 

 

15. Stephen John Fry

 

 

 

Stephen John Fry, who played an uncredited role in the popular 1981 feature film titled Chariots of Fire, turned out to be a prominent figure in British cinema.

 

The actor gained recognition during the 1980s for his various comedic sketches.

 

He has been seen in motion pictures such as Wilde (in which he played his idol Oscar Wilde), Gosford Park, V for Vendetta, Love & Friendship, Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, and The Hobbit series.

 

We would also like to mention the fact that he has hosted the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) 12 times between 2001 and 2017, which is quite an honor in itself.

 

 

14. Jacob Elordi

 

 

 

A huge fan of actor Heath Ledger, Jacob Elordi is arguably the most inexperienced actor to make it to our list.

 

But, that is only because he is relatively new to the scene.

 

Best known for having played the character of Noah Flynn in The Kissing Booth teen film franchise backed by Netflix, Jacob Elordi is about 196 centimeters tall.

 

That said, he has also appeared in a series titled Euphoria and in the erotic psychological thriller movie, titled Deep Water.

 

 

13. Lee Pace

 

 

 

Lee Pace, who was first seen in the television show titled Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, is best known for playing Thranduil the Elvenking in The Hobbit trilogy of acclaimed feature films.

 

He is also known for having appeared as Ronan the Accuser in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

 

He reprised the role efficiently in Captain Marvel as well.

 

He was nominated for an Emmy Award for his performance in Pushing Daisies.

 

 

12. Randy Randall Rudy Quaid

 

 

 

Randy Randall Rudy Quaid, who is professionally known as Randy Quaid, has made a name for himself by playing a role in both serious and light-hearted projects.

 

The actor has been nominated for an Academy Award, BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award for his fantastic character play in the feature film, titled The Last Detail.

 

The Midnight Express star was also nominated for an Emmy Award for his adroit portrayal of United States President Lyndon Johnson in LBJ: The Early Years.

 

 

11. Joseph Michael Manganiello

 

 

 

Joseph Michael Manganiello, who is known for his height and muscular physique, made his big-screen debut in the globally popular smash hit, titled Spider-Man.

 

However, he shot to fame after having played the werewolf Alcide Herveaux in five seasons of the series, titled True Blood.

 

Joseph Michael Manganiello originally wanted to be either a football or a basketball player.

 

However, he was too prone to injuries. Although today, he is as fit as ever and has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry.

 

 

10. John Joseph Corbett Jr.

 

 

 

John Joseph Corbett Jr., who is popularly known as John Corbett, was a highly talked about personality during the start of his career.

 

This was not only because of his tall frame but also because of his looks.

 

Known to have been a Casanova in his prime, he has been seen in television projects such as Northern Exposure, Sex and the City, United States of Tara, and Parenthood, to name a few.

 

When it comes to the movies, we can catch him in flicks such as Raising Helen, The Messengers, Sex and the City 2, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Ramona & Beezus, and To All the Boys film trilogy among others.

 

 

9. Armand Douglas Hammer

 

 

 

Armand Douglas Hammer, who is famously known as Armie Hammer, may have grown around wealth but he has always wanted to be an actor.

 

One of the tallest men in Hollywood today, Armie Hammer has been seen in feature films such as Billy: The Early Years, The Social Network, The Lone Ranger, J. Edgar, Call Me by Your Name, and The Man From U. N. C. L. E., to name a few.

 

For his commendable character play in The Social Network, he ended up winning the Toronto Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actor.

 

 

8. Timothy Francis Robbins

 

 

 

Timothy Francis Robbins, who is known to the film world as Tim Robbins, was seen playing several film and television roles before he truly shot to fame with the masterpiece 'The Shawshank Redemption.' The film brought him a well-deserved name and fame.

 

That said, the actor has taken home an Academy Award and two Golden Globe Awards for his roles in titles such as The Player and Mystic River, respectively.

 

Tim Robbins has always been talked about because of his unquestionable height.

 

Ever since he decided to pursue acting at the age of 12, his tall frame has always played a part in him realizing his dream.

 

 

7. Dwayne Douglas Johnson

 

 

 

One of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, Dwayne Douglas Johnson is known to his fans worldwide as "The Rock." 

 

Also, one of the highest-paid actors in the world, films starring Dwayne Johnson have gone on to do a business of over $3.5 billion in North America and over $10.5 billion at the global ticket counters.

 

The superstar has been seen in popular motion pictures such as Rampage, San Andreas, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Hercules, Fast Five, The Game Plan, Central Intelligence, and Red Notice, to name a few.

 

The actor has recently appeared in the DC cinematic universe playing the role of Black Adam.

 

 

6. Robert Pickering "Bo" Burnham

 

 

 

Our readers should get ready to welcome yet another multi-talented performer to make it to our list.

 

Robert Pickering "Bo" Burnham, who is popularly known as Bo Burnham, is a comedian, singer, musician, actor, filmmaker, and poet.

 

We are compelled to mention the fact that he kick-started his career on YouTube in 2006 and that his videos have garnered over 543 million views so far.

 

Bo Burnham, who has featured in the critically acclaimed comedy thriller film titled Promising Young Woman, made his debut as a writer and director with the coming-of-age drama, called Eighth Grade.

 

 

5. Tyler Perry

 

 

 

Tyler Perry, who was born Emmitt Perry Jr., is not only among the richest people in the entertainment industry, but he is also among the tallest names in Hollywood.

 

His tall frame is substantiated by the fact that he is one of the most respected and successful producers working anywhere in the world today.

 

Tyler Perry made it to Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the year 2020.

 

He was recently seen in the Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, and Jonah Hill starrer Don't Look Up.

 

 

4. Rory McCann

 

 

 

Rory McCann is a Scottish actor who rose to prominence after having played Sandor "The Hound" Clegane on the globally popular HBO series, titled 'Game of Thrones.' 

 

The insanely tall actor, who went on to play the central villain in the adventure comedy Jumanji: The Next Level, has also been seen in feature films such as Hot Fuzz, Clash of the Titans, The Crew, and XXX: Return of Xander Cage, to name a few.

 

However, his character play in Game of Thrones is what brought him name and fame.

 

 

3. James Oliver Cromwell

 

 

 

Known for his towering height and slender frame, James Oliver Cromwell has been making his presence felt in the entertainment industry for over four decades now.

 

James Oliver Cromwell shot to fame after having become the tallest actor ever to be nominated for an Academy Award.

 

He has been seen in motion pictures such as Star Trek: First Contact, Babe, The Green Mile, Spider-Man 3, L. A. Confidential, Space Cowboys, Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, and The Queen, to name a few.

 

That said, the actor's height had also become a problem at the beginning of his career as he was ignored by several filmmakers for apparently being too tall for the big screen.

 

 

2. Bradley Henry Gerstenfeld

 

 

 

Bradley Henry Gerstenfeld, who is known professionally as Brad Garrett, initially started his career as a stand-up comedian.

 

Since he was an incredibly successful stand-up comedian during the early 1980s, he was able to work it to his advantage.

 

Needless to say, he soon started appearing in films and on television.

 

His first major television role was in a sitcom, titled Everybody Loves Raymond.

 

Brad Garrett has been seen in feature films such as Gleason, A Bug's Life, Casper, Stuart Little 2, and An Extremely Goofy Movie among others.

 

 

1. Joonas Viljami Suotamo

 

 

 

It would be safe to say that Joonas Viljami Suotamo's unbelievable height is what led to him being cast in the massively popular Star Wars series of modern feature films.

 

The Finnish screen actor, who happened to be a professional basketball player, managed to attract the attention of the viewers after having played the role of Chewbacca in the Star Wars saga.

 

Needless to say, he has been seen in Star Wars films such as Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Solo: A Star Wars Story, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, respectively.