John Krasinski is an American actor, filmmaker and one of the most popular television stars. The 42-year-old Krasinski has acted in various films and TV shows. He got his major break as Jim Halpert on the NBC sitcom The Office and became widely popular after this role.

Let’s have a look at some of the best movies of his career 

A Quiet Place (2018)

It is a science fiction horror film that revolves around the story of a family that lived in a post-apocalyptic world. The world is inhabited by sound-sensitive monsters and the family struggles to adjust. Krasinski wrote, directed and starred in this film. The filming took place in New York and a sequel of this film A Quiet Place II was also released after the initial film’s success. This film was chosen among the top ten films of 2018 by both the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute. 

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Kinsey (2004)

It is an American biographical drama film that revolves around the life of Alfred Charles Kinsey, who is known for his work in sexology. The Kinsey Reports in 1948 and 1953 tried to scientifically understand human sexual behavior and this was recorded for the first time. John Krasinski took on a minor role in this biographical drama and played the role of Ben who discusses his and his wife’s private life with Kinsey. Kinsey received an Academy Award in 2004. 

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Detroit (2017)

It is an American crime drama based on the Algiers Motel Murder that took place in Detroit in 1967. Krasinski played a lawyer Norman Lippitt, who heads the legal defense for a group of white police officers who murdered three black teenagers. This character was a noticeable shift for Krasinski because it was his first time playing a dark role.

Next Gen (2018) 

A 2018 animated science fiction film where the plot revolves around a young girl who befriends a powerful robot with a heart of gold. This story was adapted from the online Chinese comic 7723 by Wang Nima. The film was released on Netflix and was voiced by John Krasinski. This film also got a theatrical release in China. 

Dreamgirls (2006)

This romantic comedy-drama was adapted from a Broadway musical. The film revolves around the story of a talented trio of singers who become supporters of a big star in the R&B music industry. The film showcases how fame can be heady as well as put people under pressure. Krasinski plays the role of a screenwriter and director who hopes to cast one of the main characters.