Celebrities | Pop Culture | Movies

7 Times Harrison Ford Proved He Was More Than Han Solo And Indiana Jones

Warner Bros.

We all know him as Han Solo and Indiana Jones, but in his decades-long career, he's turned in plenty of other iconic roles that are often just as awesome. In particular, these 7 are real standouts.

Blade Runner (1982) - Rick Deckard

Warner Bros.

As an investigator tasked with hunting down rogue androids called Replicants, Ford brings his signature grit and charm to one of the best sci-fi movies of all time.

The Fugitive (1993) - Dr. Richard Kimble

Warner Bros.

Based on a book and ultimately earning an Oscar nomination for Best Picture, the story of a man framed for the murder of his wife is made all the better thanks to Ford's awesome acting chops.

Air Force One (1997) - President James Marshall

Columbia

Harrison Ford as the President? And he has to fight Russians? Led by Gary Oldman? Sign us up!

Click to the next page for even more awesome Harrison Ford roles.

Cowboys and Aliens (2011) - Woodrow Dolarhyde

Universal

Ford doesn't often play a villain, but he absolutely shines as professional outlaw Woodrow Dolarhyde, bringing a surprisingly grounded and intense performance for a movie called Cowboys and Aliens.

Presumed Innocent (1990) - Rozat "Rusty" Sabich

Warner Bros.

What is it with this guy and being falsely accused of murder? In any case, Ford is great in this tense drama.

Witness (1985) - John Book

Paramount

As an officer who has to defend a young Amish boy who witnessed a murder, Ford is just as intense as ever in this excellent thriller.

Clear and Present Danger (1994) - Jack Ryan

Paramount

One of two movies where Ford plays Tom Clancy mainstay Jack Ryan, Clear and Present Danger has all the political intrigue and military jargon you could want from a Clancy-based film.

What's your favorite Harrison Ford role?

More Throwbacks

Pop Culture

Bet You Didn't Know Julie Andrews Was The Reason Why Mia's Dad Was Killed Off In "The Princess Diaries"

Although we knew that the movie adaption of Meg Cabot's "The Princess Diaries" book series was a work of fiction, we still couldn't help but wish that we had a long-lost grandmother who would one day show up to rescue us from our boring life, and inform us that we were the princess of a European country called Genovia. VarietyThe dream has been slowly dying since the 2001 movie and its sequel were released. However, we still won't hesitate to watch the movie any chance we get and live vicariously through Mia Thermopolis. DisneyAnyway, in our quest to learn more

00s

Josh Hartnett Was A Massive Star In The Early 2000s, So Why Haven't We Seen Him Since?

It seemed like Josh Hartnett was in every movie in the early 2000s, but now it's hard remember the last movie you saw him in. Touchstone PicturesWhere did he go? You probably remember him from the movie Pearl Harbor, where he played Captain Danny Walker, or Black Hawk Down as the character Eversmann. He has been in a lot of very successful movies, and was one of the biggest heartthrobs of the early 2000s. BravoSeriously, his IMDB page is just a big reminder of all the great things he's done. One of his first big movies was The Virgin SuicidesAmerican

90s

The True Story Of The Murder That Shook A Generation Of Pop Fans

Just as her star was on the rise, the singer known simply as Selena was tragically murdered and fans are still mourning the loss of the young star two decades later. On March 31, 1995 the life of the promising young pop star ended. The Texas-born beauty Selena Quintanilla captured people's hearts with her style, sex appeal and instantly recognizable voice. The queen of Tejano music, a fusion of polka, country and jazz, was popular across northern Mexico and throughout the southern United States. She never had the chance to expand her stardom to other areas of the world, because

90s

8 Facts About 'Thelma And Louise' That Will Make You Want To Let Your Hair Down

For more than 27 years, Thelma and Louise has entertained audiences across the globe. The road film was dubbed as one of the strongest feminist movies of the decade, and was noted for it's brilliant acting and incredible soundtrack. But while audiences may have fully enjoyed Thelma and Louise's antics, only true fans would know what really went on behind the scenes.Here are eight facts about Thelma and Louise that'll make you say the code word "peaches."1. Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis weren't the first choices for the lead rolesCineplexAmong the top contenders were Jodie Foster, Michelle Pfeiffer,

Pop Culture

It's Been 28 Years Since They Forgot Kevin The First Time, So Where's The Cast Of 'Home Alone' Now?

Ever wonder where the Home Alone cast ended up, and why you've forgotten all about them? Here's what they are doing now. Macaulay Culkin AKA Kevin McCallisterMacaulay is now 37 years old, and is not looking as cute as he once did. After taking a step back from acting, Macaulay Culkin says he is now spending his free time as a roadie. The former child star, appeared to confirm his exit from acting In 2016, when he announced he had “essentially retired”.BrightsideCatherine O'Hara AKA Kate McCallisterCatherine is 63 years old and is living in Toronto, Ontario. She has been

Pop Culture

Bet You Didn't Know Julie Andrews Was The Reason Why Mia's Dad Was Killed Off In "The Princess Diaries"

Although we knew that the movie adaption of Meg Cabot's "The Princess Diaries" book series was a work of fiction, we still couldn't help but wish that we had a long-lost grandmother who would one day show up to rescue us from our boring life, and inform us that we were the princess of a European country called Genovia. VarietyThe dream has been slowly dying since the 2001 movie and its sequel were released. However, we still won't hesitate to watch the movie any chance we get and live vicariously through Mia Thermopolis. DisneyAnyway, in our quest to learn more