Paul Rudd has two things going for him: he hasn't aged much in the last 30 years, and his filmography is full of memorable roles.<\/p>\n
Rudd is primarily known for his comedic supporting roles\u2014and for being the shortest of Marvel's Avengers\u2014but in the musical dramedy "Power Ballad" (now in theaters), the actor brought his signature everyman persona to the more nuanced portrayal of a wedding band singer who is unfairly cheated on by a former boy band star (Nick Jonas). Rudd's career has also been marked by dynamic scenes with frequent co-stars like Steve Carell, Leslie Mann, Seth Rogen, and Jason Segel, not to mention the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe.<\/p>\n
In honor of the newest member of the list, we present a ranking of Rudd's 15 best film roles.<\/p>\n
Join our movie watching party!<\/strong> Sign up to receive movie and TV recommendations from USA TODAY delivered straight to your inbox.<\/p>\n Rudd admits he's "terrible" in the sixth Halloween installment, where he plays the grown-up version of the boy Jamie Lee Curtis babysat in the original 1978 film. But facing off against the iconic masked man Michael Myers? In his first movie? And in one version of the film, he actually... win<\/em> this terrible villain? Respect.<\/p>\n Jack Black (far left), Paul Rudd, Jason Schwartzman and Justin Long play members of The Beatles in the mockumentary musical biopic "Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story.".<\/p>\n In this musical comedy, folk-country legend Dewey (John C. Reilly) takes LSD with the Beatles, and Rudd plays Lennon alongside Jack Black (as Paul McCartney), Justin Long (George Harrison), and Jason Schwartzman (Ringo Starr). It's a brief appearance, but worth it for Rudd's hilariously exaggerated Liverpudlian pronunciation of the word "imagine.".<\/p>\n Paul Rudd and Alicia Silverstone play stepbrother and sister who have feelings for each other in the cult film Clueless.<\/p>\n Okay, so it's a little odd that fashionable high schooler Cher (Alicia Silverstone) and her older stepbrother Josh (Rudd) have a crush on each other in the cult teen comedy. But it's also an early demonstration of Rudd's considerable charm, as his character is mired in a love triangle and sibling rivalry.<\/p>\n Elliot (Paul Rudd) and Ridley (Jenna Ortega) investigate after hitting a unicorn with their SUV in "Death of a Unicorn.".<\/p>\n In this dark comedy, Rudd plays recently widowed lawyer Elliot, who, while driving to a work meeting in the Rocky Mountains with his estranged daughter (Jenna Ortega), hits a baby unicorn with his rented SUV. The actor takes on a challenging role, ranging from corporate agent to heroic father, amidst bizarre, bloody scenes where the foal's enraged parents appear.<\/p>\n Gary Gruberson (Paul Rudd) works after work with Phoebe (Mckenna Grace) on Ghostbusters: Legacy.<\/p>\n While this youth-oriented reboot of the paranormal comedy franchise had its flaws, Rudd's performance was one of its highlights. Gary plays a cheerful summer school teacher who bonds with the flamboyant and quirky Phoebe Spangler (Mckenna Grace) and must deal with mischievous mini-caterpillars called Stay Pufts as part of the expanded Ghostbusters mythology.<\/p>\n Jason Segel stars as a miserable Hawaiian loser trying to get over his ex, who accidentally meets her in paradise. And Rudd is one of the people who helps him get back into shape, playing a strangely philosophical surf instructor. Come for the laid-back atmosphere, stay for the creative, witty lines like, "When life gives you lemons, just say, 'Screw the lemons!' and get out.".<\/p>\n In this dark comedy, Friendship, Craig (Tim Robinson) grows close to his neighbor, local weatherman Austin (Paul Rudd), but their relationship turns sour.<\/p>\n In this dark comedy about suburban life, Rudd plays the life of the party as a weatherman, pitted against the bumbling Craig, a marketing executive played by Tim Robinson. After the neighbors become close, Craig's strange obsessiveness sours his relationship with his friend, and their "relationship" ultimately collapses spectacularly.<\/p>\n Paul Rudd and Marguerite Moreau play a married couple of summer camp counselors in the comedy "Wet Hot American Summer.".<\/p>\n He's often cast as the good guy, but Rudd proved he can also play a villain brilliantly. In this 1981 summer camp comedy, an early work for many A-listers (Bradley Cooper, Elizabeth Banks, Amy Poehler), Rudd plays an insufferable camp counselor who cheats on his girlfriend and is possibly the world's worst lifeguard.<\/p>\n Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann reprise their roles as married couple Pete and Debbie from Knocked Up in This Is 40.<\/p>\n Rudd and Leslie Mann's complex couple, Pete and Debbie, played supporting roles in Judd Apatow's Knocked Up before taking center stage in the sequel of sorts, This Is 40. Pete tends to irritate the more demanding Debbie, but watching them overcome trust issues and prepare for the arrival of another child is a joy.<\/p>\n Paul Rudd (right, with Peter McDonald) plays a washed-up rock musician who now leads a wedding band in the musical comedy "Power Ballad.".<\/p>\n Not only does Rudd demonstrate his versatile talent, he also sings! Years after retiring from music, Rick now leads a wedding orchestra and enjoys fruitful jam sessions with a former boy band member (Nick Jonas), who is embarking on a solo career. The young man's take on Rick's musical idea and turning it into a global hit sparks profound reflections on fame and recognition.<\/p>\n In The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Andy (Steve Carell, far left) attends a speed-dating event with his co-stars (Paul Rudd, Romany Malco, and Seth Rogen).<\/p>\n In his numerous attempts to help his older colleague (Steve Carell) finally lose his virginity, the guy from the electronics store, played by Rudd, is both a good friend and a source of chaos. The actor is charming as the guy who can't stand Michael McDonald, but, like everyone else in this group of friends, has his own relationship problems.<\/p>\n Danny (Paul Rudd, left center) participates in a medieval role-playing game with his young friend Augie (Christopher Mintz-Plasse) in the episode "Exemplary Cases.".<\/p>\n Overall, this comedy has a joyful, wacky energy that gives Rudd a compelling storyline. Danny is a cynical jerk who begins to understand himself when a run-in with the law leads to community service, where he befriends his "little brother" (Christopher Mintz-Plasse) and becomes immersed in this nerdy guy's world.<\/p>\n Jason Segel (left) and Paul Rudd play best friends and fans of the band Rush in the comedy "I Love You, Man.".<\/p>\n Rudd "slappa da bass, mon" (a play on the words "slappa da bass, mon") in this comedy, where he plays a real estate agent preparing for a wedding and in need of a best man\u2014and generally a best friend\u2014who befriends a fickle Rush fan (Jason Segel). Another plus, beyond their friendly chemistry, is this funny yet heartfelt exploration of how men interact with each other.<\/p>\n Over the course of a decade, Rudd has played Ant-Man more times than any other character on this list, creating perhaps the most relatable and relatable Avenger for audiences. Scott Lang, a superhero with the ability to shrink among people with godlike powers, is, at his core, just an ex-con who wants to be a good guy and a better father.<\/p>\n Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell, right) leads a San Diego news crew that includes Brian Fantana (Paul Rudd), Champ Kind (David Kochner), Veronica Corningstone (Christina Applegate) and Brick Tamland (Steve Carell) in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.<\/p>\n You might think Will Ferrell's Ron Burgundy is the coolest member of the Channel 4 news team. You'd be wrong. In this 1970s comedy, that title belongs to a San Diego reporter with a bushy mustache and a complete lack of skill at seducing women. His "Sex Panther" cologne ("it works 60% times") reeks of gasoline and desperation, Brian is devoted to his male colleagues to the bitter end, and Rudd is a feast for the eyes, turning the most vile character into a charming one.<\/p>\n This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Power Ballad' - Paul Rudd's 15 Best Movie Roles, Ranked.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Paul Rudd has two qualities: he hasn't aged much in the last 30 years, and his filmography is filled with memorable roles. 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Tommy Doyle (Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers, 1995)<\/h2>\n
14. John Lennon (Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, 2007) <\/h2>\n
13. Josh (Clueless, 1995) <\/h2>\n
12. Elliot (Death of the Unicorn, 2025) <\/h2>\n
11. Gary Gruberson (Ghostbusters: Legacy, 2021) <\/h2>\n
10. Chuck (Forgetting Sarah Marshall, 2008)<\/h2>\n
9. Austin Carmichael (Friendship, 2024) <\/h2>\n
8. Andy (Wet Hot American Summer, 2001) <\/h2>\n
7. Pete (Knocked Up, 2007, and This Is 40, 2012) <\/h2>\n
6. Rick Power (\u00abPower Ballad\u00bb, 2026) <\/h2>\n
5. David (The 40-Year-Old Virgin, 2005) <\/h2>\n
4. Danny (Role Models, 2008) <\/h2>\n
3. Peter Klavin (I Love You, Man, 2009) <\/h2>\n
2. Scott Lang (Marvel's Ant-Man films, 2015\u2013present)<\/h2>\n
1. Brian Fantana (Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, 2004) <\/h2>\n