5 best Actors in a TV show

James Spader as Redd

A true movie lover would agree that if an actor brings life and action to a movie role, it is hard to imagine any other actor—no matter how good—playing that role. These movie characters embody and bring their films to life with above-average performances that make it utterly impossible to picture anyone else filling the role. In the minds of movie lovers, these films wouldn’t be as critically acclaimed, popular, or interesting if different actors had taken on the parts.

From Raymond Reddington to Mr. Mrs Powell (from Devious Maids), read on for some of the most outstanding actors in a movie series.

Raymond Reddington Player by James Spader

James Spader as Redd

For decades, ex-government agent Raymond “Red” Reddington has been one of the globe’s most wanted fugitives. Raymond Reddington, the concierge of crime played by actor and producer James Spader, is one of the perfect castings yet. The actor delivered such an uncanny performance that, even though at times in the series Raymond Reddington seemed to be a phony version of himself, it is hard to picture any other actor with the same wit and charisma playing the role.

Annalise Keating, played by Viola Davis

Annalise Keating, played by Viola Davis in the legal drama thriller series How to Get Away with Murder, is yet another beautiful performance. From the snorting to the walks and the confidence, Viola Davis delivered an impressive performance.

Klaus Mikaelson Played by Joseph Morgan

The first hybrid of the Mikaelson family was also perfectly cast—his old British accent and perfectly scripted bloodlust bring the character to life.

Olivia Pope

Mistress to the President of the United States of America, fixer extraordinaire, and all-around hot stuff, played by Kerry Washington, is one of those roles where you know an actor nailed it when certain utterances and mannerisms mimic those of an earlier role. Kerry Washington’s performance in Tyler Perry’s … almost mimics Olivia Pope to a T. Which is why we know that Kerry Washington is the absolute only actor who could have been Olivia Pope.

Damon Salvatore

Ian As Damon

Not to say other characters weren’t perfectly cast, but when considering the cast of The Vampire Diaries—with Zach Roerig who played Matt Donovan, who was even laughed at when he disclosed that he auditioned to play Damon Salvatore—in my head I can see other actors playing Stefan, Bonnie, and Caroline. In fact, on some forums, members have suggested that Victoria Justice should play Elena Gilbert. But for the character of Damon— from his eyes to his wit, and the perfect blend of confidence, sexiness, and danger, not to mention the chemistry between literally every member of the cast, whether it’s love-hate, hate-hate, brotherhood, friendship, and so forth—Ian Somerhalder was definitely the best actor for the role.

BONUS!!

Penguin from Gotham

Jane Doe from Blindspot
The Professor from Money hiest
Jack Bauer from 24
Eli Pope from Scandal/ the fixer
Vanessa Ives from Penny Dreadful
Barry from flash
ucifer Morning Star from Lucifer
Mr. Robot

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