The star of numerous successful films, Mark Wahlberg is recognized for his solid career as an actor, having received critical praise and a few award nominations throughout his career.
He began his career as a musician under the name Marky Mark, fronting the rap group “Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch” in the 1990s. He later moved into acting, building a successful career in film.
Having said that, we decided to list the 8 best films starring Mark Wahlberg.
Mark Wahlberg: The 8 Best Movies
Mark Wahlberg stars alongside Tyrese Gibson, André Benjamin and Garrett Hedlund as four adoptive brothers in this action film directed by John Singleton (“The Street”).
In the plot, the four unite in search of revenge when their adoptive mother (Fionnula Flanagan) is murdered.
Written and directed by cult director James Gray, “The Owners of the Night” is a crime film that tells the story of two brothers on opposite sides of the law.
Mark Wahlberg plays Joseph Grusinsky, a high-ranking New York police officer. Joseph’s father (Robert Duvall) is the deputy chief of the New York Police Department.
However, his brother Bobby (Joaquin Phoenix) is on the opposite side of the family and works as a manager of a gangster nightclub. However, Bobby must decide which side he is on when Joseph commandeers a seizure there.
Written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, “Boogie Nights” is a drama film that explores the rise and fall of the porn industry in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s.
Mark Wahlberg stars in the film alongside an exceptional cast: Julianne Moore, Burt Reynolds, Don Cheadle, John C. Reilly, William H. Macy, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Heather Graham.
Wahlberg plays Eddie Adams, a young man discovered by a pornographic film director (Reynolds). Under the stage name Dirk Diggler, Eddie quickly becomes a star in the porn industry.
Another collaboration between Mark Wahlberg, Joaquin Phoenix and director James Gray, “The Way of No Return” is a crime film.
In addition to Gray’s direction, the film is written by Matt Reeves (director of “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” and “War”) and features names such as Charlize Theron, Faye Dunaway, Ellen Burstyn and James Caan in the cast.
Wahlberg plays Leo Handler, a young man who returns to Queens after serving time for a crime he didn’t commit. He decides to start his life over again and starts working at his uncle’s (Caan) company. However, the company is involved in fraudulent public procurement.
Written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, “The End of Time” is an apocalyptic film that was poorly received by critics but enjoyed by many film lovers.
In the plot, a wave of mass suicides begins to occur for no apparent reason and spreads across the United States. Something seems to influence people to commit these acts.
Mark Wahlberg plays Elliot Moore, a science teacher who, along with his wife (Zooey Deschanel) and colleague (John Leguizamo), tries to escape this apocalyptic threat.
Directed by Tim Burton, “Planet of the Apes” is a remake of the 1968 film of the same name. Mark Wahlberg stars in the science fiction film alongside an exceptional cast: Tim Roth, Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Clarke Duncan, Kris Kristofferson, Estella Warren and Paul Giamatti.
Wahlberg plays an astronaut who accidentally lands on a planet ruled by intelligent apes who treat humans like slaves.
The psychological thriller that was an unexpected hit, “Fear” helped launch Mark Wahlberg as a ’90s teen idol. The film is directed by James Foley (“Rough Paths”) and also stars Reese Witherspoon.
Mark Wahlberg plays David, a mysterious and charming young man who begins dating the teenage daughter of a wealthy family. However, David turns out to be a violent sociopath.
The biographical drama “The Fighter” is based on true events. The film tells the story of boxer Micky Ward, played by Mark Wahlberg, and his older half-brother and former boxer, Dicky Eklund, played by Christian Bale.
Directed by David O. Russell, the film also stars Amy Adams and Melissa Leo. It was well received by critics.
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