Sonic The Hedgehog: 10 Films Starring James Marsden You Need To See

Sonic the Hedgehog star James Marsden has starred in tons of entertaining Hollywood movies. Here are 10 of his must-watch works fans should see.

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As one of the underrated actors of the last two decades, James Marsden has kept under the radar despite starring in many well-performing films. With Sonic the Hedgehog placing him as the top-billed star, the actor is receiving some much-deserved attention.

For this reason, we’ve put together a list of select films he’s performed well in, with the intention of bringing notice to Marsden’s acting talents, and justifying why he’s the right fit for the lead role. These aren’t his most critically acclaimed movies; rather, these 10 films are those that will give fans the best entertainment value, something they know very well after watching Sonic the Hedgehog.

10 X-Men (2000)

Those who might underestimate the actor simply since he’s playing an everyman in Sonic need to take a look at his turn in X-Men. Here, Marsden plays against type as the no-nonsense Cyclops, who regularly butts heads with Wolverine.

The film is about the struggles of mutants in a world dominated by humans, and the efforts of Professor X and his crew as they look to protect everyone from Magneto’s machinations. Although part of an ensemble, Marsden stood out on his own for his distinct appearance.

9 Hop (2011)

It’s important to know that Sonic is far from Marsden’s first venture into teaming up with an animated character, as he’d done something similar in 2011’s Hop. In this film, he played Fred O’Hare, a man who befriends the son of the Easter Bunny who hopes to take over the job himself.

Although a rather bizarre premise, Hop is what you need for a pick-me-up, being a movie that aims to liven up the spirits of the viewer with its innocent execution. It’s also worth a watch to compare how Marsden fares opposite a bunny as opposed to a hedgehog.

8 Hairspray (2007)

Arriving at a time where he’d been typecast for playing either stereotypical nice guys, Hairspray became Marsden’s most-well received film, in which he had one of his more larger-than-life performances.

A story about a girl who seeks to defy the societal norms of her time, Marsden appeared as Corny Collins, the host of a politically progressive show, which required him to do everything from singing, dancing, and charming his way through the movie. It’s perhaps the film where he’s showed off most of his acting talents.

7 Death At A Funeral (2010)

Chances are you might think Marsden was relatively reserved in his comedic delivery in Sonic the Hedgehog. However, if you really want to know how far his comic chops go, then you need to check him out in his wild role in Death at a Funeral.

Here, in a story that takes place entirely at the funeral of a family’s patriarch, one thing goes wrong after another. Marsden’s character, Oscar, is seen unhinged when he begins hallucinating. It’s quite a bit of cringe comedy, but confirms the actor’s ability to make the viewer laugh.

6 The Notebook (2004)

If you’re taking a dive into Marsden’s filmography, you just can’t ignore the movie where he came into the notice of romantic genre fans. Playing Lon Hammond, the ever-so nice guy who unfortunately finishes last, Marsden was at his most sympathetic here.

In a story about two lovers who are separated and brought together after years, Marsden played the reluctant secondary love interest. The movie became a huge hit, but Marsden’s role as the romantic rival of Ryan Gosling’s character made him out to be something of an antagonist, although his performance in the movie has aged very well.

5 The Box (2009)

You won’t find many horror movies in James Marsden’s filmography, which makes The Box a must-watch for being such a unique piece in his credits. Here, the film places his character, Arthur Lewis, and his wife, played by Cameron Diaz, in a story where they choose to kill a random person in exchange for receiving a million dollars, simply by pressing a button on a box.

What follows is a whole lot of karma, which required Marsden to vie for the audience’s sympathy, but not so much that they forgot that the character did deserve the bad coming his way. The Box remains a story that grabs viewers’ attention throughout just so one can witness the end.

4 Superman Returns (2006)

Here’s another movie where Marsden played the reluctant love interest, although it’s notable here for being evidence that the actor is very at home in a superhero movie, regardless of whether he played a hero himself or not.

In Superman Returns, the titular hero arrived in Metropolis after a gap of five years, during which he learns that Lois Lane has moved on with James Marsden’s character, Richard White. You get to see Marsden’s tender portrayal of an understanding man who just wants what’s best for everyone.

3 Cats & Dogs: The Revenge Of Kitty Galore (2010)

Encountering a talking hedgehog proved not to be much of an acting challenge for James Marsden, since he played Diggs, a talking dog, in this movie. While it’s not exactly the best piece of cinema, it is a film that Sonic fans will enjoy for its family-friendly material.

In this story, cats and dogs are shown as secret spies, with the latter being the good guys. Marsden voices the main protagonist, who balances his love for humans with his responsibilities as a spy. It’s a light-hearted venture that is sure to delight younger fans.

2 27 Dresses (2007)

For the simple fact that his character, Kevin Doyle, actually got the girl this time, 27 Dresses is required viewing in James Marsden’s filmography. Kidding aside, the film is a genuine feature, as Marsden plays a valuable supporting role in helping the protagonist and love interest find her self-worth.

Rather than be a stereotypical romantic comedy, 27 Dresses looks into the reasoning behind falling in love, and Marsden’s character serves as an enlightened leading man. Plus, it really is a delight to see him actually be a winner rather than a romantic loser this time round.

1 Enchanted (2007)

Considered as the best and most popular film the actor has appeared in, Enchanted remains a darling for viewers as it represents a happy childhood for most fans, and a pleasant find for younger fans. In the role of a dumb but lovable fairytale prince, James Marsden might be the most adorable actor here.

This also makes his performance in Sonic seem impressive, as his role in Enchanted had Marsden be the character who’s a fish out of water, arriving in the real world and being completely ill-equipped to understand why everything isn’t hunky-dory.

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