Angie Ambos
Since he first burst onto the silver screen in the late 1970s, Mel Gibson has become one of the most recognizable and beloved actors of all time. His remarkable career has spanned over four decades, and during that time, he’s starred in some of the most iconic movies of all time. Here’s a look at 20 of his most notable films and the roles he played in each.
In this cult classic post-apocalyptic action movie, Gibson plays the titular character of Max Rockatansky, a police officer trying to survive in a world filled with chaos and danger.
Gibson stars as Martin Riggs, a police officer who is paired with an older and more experienced partner (Danny Glover) to take down a drug ring.
Gibson plays the titular role of the Shakespearean tragedy about the prince of Denmark.
Gibson plays a test pilot who is cryogenically frozen in 1939 and wakes up in 1992.
In this epic historical drama, Gibson plays William Wallace, a 13th-century Scottish warrior who leads a revolt against the English.
Gibson plays Benjamin Martin, a widower who leads a militia in the American Revolutionary War.
Gibson stars as a former minister who battles an alien invasion with his family on his rural farm.
The Passion of the Christ (2004)
Gibson directs this powerful drama about the last 12 hours of Jesus’ life.
Gibson directs and produces this historical epic about a young man trying to survive in the midst of the collapse of the Mayan civilization.
Gibson plays a detective investigating the death of his daughter.
Gibson stars as Walter Black, a depressed man who finds solace in a beaver puppet.
Gibson plays the villainous Voz in this action-packed sequel to Machete.
Gibson plays the antagonist in this ensemble action movie.
Gibson directs and produces this World War II drama about a medic (Andrew Garfield) who refuses to carry a weapon.
Gibson plays the father of Mark Wahlberg’s character in this sequel.
Dragged Across Concrete (2018)
Gibson plays an old-school detective in this crime drama.
Gibson plays an ex-convict who is trying to save his daughter from a gang of drug dealers.
The Professor and the Madman (2019)
Gibson plays the professor in this historical drama about the creation of the Oxford English Dictionary.
Gibson plays a criminal who is targeting a group of people who are stranded in a hurricane.
Gibson plays a hitman targeting a young boy for stealing from Santa.
Throughout his career, Gibson has shown a remarkable range and versatility as an actor. Whether playing a heroic warrior or a villainous madman, he always manages to bring depth and complexity to his characters. His films have been praised for their originality and unique perspective, and his performances have been recognized with multiple awards and nominations.
No matter what type of movie he’s in, Gibson always manages to make an impact and leave an impression. His films have become beloved classics that will live on for years to come.
From Mad Max to Machete Kills, these are 20 of the most iconic movies starring Mel Gibson.
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