This post has been inspired by my good friend and fellow blogger, The Huntress! She decided not to focus on anything negative. You know we’ve got enough of that in the world right now! Over on her blog, she shared her list of the 5 British actors she’d like to kidnap and hold for ransom! My list is much different than hers, like day and night. It’s amazing how different people are when it comes to what (or who) they like! It makes life interesting, doesn’t it? Well, ready or not, here’s my list:
#5. Henry Cavill – The handsome devil with buns of steel…oh, wait, that was Superman, and it was MAN of Steel, wasn’t it? Well, he was Superman and did a fine job of it, however, superheroes are not really my thing. Henry has been in many excellent films but one of my favorites was a television series called, “The Tudors.”
#4. Michael Sheen – Michael first caught my eye in the Underworld trilogy, Rise of the Lycans. As Lucian, he tells the story of why the Vampires and the Lycans are at war. He’s been in many films but I especially like him in “Prodigal Son” as Dr. Martin Whitly. Dr. Whitly is a convicted serial killer and father of Malcolm Bright, who just happens to work with the police as a criminal psychologist. The man is fascinating!
#3. Gerard Butler – What can I say, I’m a sucker for a Scottish accent! The problem is, Gerard often loses that accent and it’s oh, so disappointing! But the accent aside, he’s a great actor and easy on the eyes as well! I don’t recall the first thing I ever saw him in but I especially like the Olympus Has Fallen/London Has Fallen/ Angel Has Fallen trilogy. Great action movies!
#2. Jeremy Irons – Ok, this man’s voice is what draws me to him! The first time I noticed his voice, was probably in The Lion King, as Scar. He is a well-accomplished actor: theater productions, romantic drama, thrillers, television series, etc. I loved him as the villain in Die Hard With A Vengeance and I thoroughly enjoyed his portrayal of Aramis in The Man In The Iron Mask.
#1. Kenneth Branagh – This man gets the number one slot because he’s a brilliant actor. He’s been in so many films and series over the years and pulls off roles from Shakespeare’s plays to musicals to romantic comedies to the detective series, Wallander. He’s also an accomplished producer and director! I’m especially fond of his Shakespearean roles.
The Huntress added an Honorable Mention, so why not? I actually had a few extra faves and couldn’t decide on just 5 so….here goes:
Honorable Mention – Sam Heughan – I’ve only seen him in the Outlander series, so he gets this spot based purely on lust. Ha! He is absolutely gorgeous and with that accent?! Then they go and put him in a kilt. Holy Crayoli! I know a lot of my friends don’t like shows like this, but it’s an excellent series! (Here an accent, there an accent, everywhere a Scottish accent!)
As I looked back at my list, I tried to re-evaluate each actor’s placement. It was so difficult putting them in a particular order but I’ve decided on placement. What do you think?
Being Aunt Debbie 
Oh dear lawt!! How could I have possibly overlooked Michael Sheen!?! I loved him in Underworld! And Henry Cavill, when I heard him talk for the first time with his natural British accent, it was like a buttah! Lol
And of course Jeremy Irons, omg such a handsome, sophisticated man. Admittedly I don’t know your other pics, lol.
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Okay, I know Gerard Butler, how anyone not know who he is?
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Really? You don’t know of Kenneth Branagh or Sam Heughan? Ok, well I get that you may not know Sam if you don’t watch Outlander and if I try hard enough I could forgive you for not knowing of Branagh because you may not be a fan of Shakespeare. 😉 He’s a brillian actor!! Anyhoo, maybe you need to do a part two of your list! How could you forget Jeremy Irons? Lol. ❤ That voice! 😀
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I am a Shakespeare denouncer my friend, lol. I don’t think he wrote all those great works being illiterate. I think he conned his way into fame, have you ever seen the film Anonymous with Rhys Ifans? Ooohhh another Brit I over looked….🤔.
I think I need to do a volume 2 of my first list, then make my way to the American actors. Anyway, I have not watched Outlander, maybe I need to start, eh?
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No, I have not seen that film. I don’t know one way or another if he actually wrote them all, but I DO know I love them regardless. Outlander is pretty awesome! A must-see IMO. 👍😉💜
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These are great. Love me some Henry Cavill! What a hunk of a man.
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Right?! How are you, friend? Haven’t seen you ’round these parts in a while! 😂😉
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I am well, my friend! Over here wishing I had more time to write. I am a bit overwhelmed right now but I plan to come back to the World of Blogging soon.
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I hope so! I’ve missed your posts!! ❤
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They’re all yummy
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Yeah… ❤
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That is a great list. Let me add one more: Mark Rylance. He won an Oscar for Bridge of Spies. He’s brilliant.
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Thanks…and I am not familiar with Mark Rylance! Unless I know the face but not the name! That happens a lot. I will look him up! And the movie! Thanks!
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One I would add to the list is an actor who played an American doctor for years – Hugh Laurie. He can do drama, comedies and is a excellent musician as well. I do like your honorable mention (I love Outlander) and would maybe move him up to the list, just not sure who I would bump.
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I never cared much for Hugh Laurie. Maybe I just haven’t seen him in enough shows/movies. I have only seen him in “House” and he annoyed the daylights out of me. Lol.
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Check out some of his comedy bits with Stephen Fry. He was also on the popular British show Blackadder, another comedy. It seems either people loved House or hated it, never in the middle.
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I had to smile when I saw you had Michael Sheen on your list. If you haven’t seen it already, check out Good Omens. Comparing his roles between that an Prodigal Son truly astounded me. I have to put a plug in for one of my all-time favorite British actors…Rowan Atkinson. He’s not handsome, have buns of steel, or a Scottish accent, but the man is a comedic genius.
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OMG I LOVE MR BEAN!! ❤ I have been wondering about Good Omens. It's on my list of must-see shows! Up until now, you're the only one I know who has recommended it. 😉
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I think you’ll find it fun. We tend to enjoy the same programs so I have a feeling you’ll love it.
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I will give it a shot!
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