Armie Hammer became popular for his role in ‘The Social Network’ film and is best known for portraying lead character roles in the films ‘The Lone Ranger’, ‘The Man from U.N.C.L.E.’ and ‘Mine’. He was nominated for a SAG award for his role in the biographical movie, ‘J. Edgar’. The American actor also enjoyed acclaim from critics and several nominations, for his part in the film, ‘Call Me by Your Name’.
With his good looks and charm, Armie Hammer had the makings of a prominent lead actor in films but, as it turned out, he was only best suited for supporting roles. He had his chance to be the main man but didn’t quite succeed, and it’s maybe safe to say that his window of opportunity has closed permanently at this point.
Leelee Sobieski
Leelee Sobieski was once considered to be cast as the character Claudia, in the movie 'Interview with the Vampire', but ultimately lost to Kirsten Dunst. Later on, the American actress would be seen in various films, like 'The Reunion', 'A Horse for Danny' and 'Jungle 2 Jungle'.
During her mid-teens, she rose to prominence and was considered as an up and coming superstar following her performances in 'Deep Impact', 'Eyes Wide Shut' and TV’s 'Joan of Arc'. But over the years, she wasn’t able to fly any higher and was even nominated for a Razzie Award! Today, many don't even know who she is.
Brandon Routh
Brandon Routh was determined to be an actor and eventually secured various roles in numerous TV series, like 'Gilmore Girls', at the start of 2000. The American actor made frequent appearances in the NBC series, 'Chuck', and later played supporting roles in the films 'Zack and Miri Make a Porno' and 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World'.
In 2006, Brandon Routh was cast as “The Man of Steel” in Bryan Singer’s movie, 'Superman Returns'. There were plenty of lofty expectations for the actor after succeeding in the iconic role from the late Christopher Reeve. In the end, the movie turned out to be a bust, and Brandon Routh has now been demoted to a lesser superhero role, in the TV series, 'Legends of Tomorrow'.
Minnie Driver
Minnie Driver received an Academy Award nomination for her role in 'Good Will Hunting', in 1997. She also garnered an Emmy award and a Golden Globe award for her efforts in the TV series, 'The Riches'. The English-American actress has performed in numerous films and shone brightly as Fiona Bowa on the NBC sitcom, About a Boy.
Given the various awards and accolades that were given to her following her performance in Good Will Hunting, there was plenty of hype that surrounded Minnie Driver during that time. She wasn’t able to live up to it, though, and has never really established herself as a household name. Today, she stars in the T.V. show, 'Speechless'.
Alex Pettyfer
Alex Pettyfer had a breakthrough role in 2006 in 'Stormbreaker'. For his performance in the film, Alex received a Young Artist Award nomination and an Empire award. The British-American celebrity also featured as a model in a number of Burberry advertising campaigns.
After co-starring in the movies 'Magic Mike' and 'I Am Number Four', Alex Pettyfer was poised to be the next Hollywood heartthrob. But everything quickly crumbled after he made a few interviews where he appeared arrogant and ungrateful. Today, the once promising actor is now practically an afterthought.