Orlando Bloom is making headlines again, but this time it has nothing to do with his acting career. The Hollywood heartthrob recently made a visit to Ukraine, which sparked public interest and gained him attention from media outlets all around the world. While Bloom is known for his good looks and charm, it’s his talent on the big screen that truly makes him stand out.

With a career spanning over two decades, Bloom has starred in several blockbuster hits that have cemented his place as one of the most popular actors in Hollywood. Here are five of the best movies of Orlando Bloom that are worth watching.

1) The Lord of the Rings trilogy (2001-2003)

Bloom’s breakout role was in Peter Jackson’s epic fantasy trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels. Bloom played Legolas, an elven archer and member of the Fellowship of the Ring. His performance in the trilogy was praised by critics and audiences alike, and it helped establish him as a bankable star. The Lord of the Rings trilogy won a total of 17 Academy Awards and grossed over $2.9 billion worldwide.

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Bloom’s portrayal of Will Turner in the Pirates of the Caribbean series catapulted him to global fame. He starred alongside Johnny Depp and Keira Knightley in the swashbuckling adventure films that were based on the Disneyland ride of the same name. Bloom played a blacksmith who teams up with a pirate to save his love interest and the Caribbean from supernatural threats. The franchise grossed over $4.5 billion worldwide, making it one of the most successful film franchises of all time.

3) Kingdom of Heaven (2005)

Ridley Scott’s historical epic saw Bloom play Balian, a blacksmith who becomes a knight and defends Jerusalem during the Crusades. The movie received mixed reviews upon its release, but Bloom’s performance was widely praised. Kingdom of Heaven was noted for its stunning cinematography and intense battle sequences.

4) Elizabethtown (2005)

Cameron Crowe’s romantic comedy-drama saw Bloom play Drew Baylor, a shoe designer who is fired from his job and must travel to Kentucky to attend his father’s funeral. Along the way, he meets a flight attendant played by Kirsten Dunst and begins to rediscover himself. Elizabethtown was not a commercial success, but Bloom’s performance was praised for its sincerity and charm.

5) The Hobbit trilogy (2012-2014)

Bloom reprised his role as Legolas in Peter Jackson’s prequel trilogy to The Lord of the Rings. The Hobbit series was based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel of the same name and follows the adventures of Bilbo Baggins. While the trilogy received mixed reviews, Bloom’s return as Legolas was a highlight for many fans.

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In conclusion, Orlando Bloom has proved his acting skills time and time again with his performances in these movies. While he may be known for his good looks and charm, it’s his talent on the big screen that truly makes him stand out. From fantasy epics to romantic comedies, Bloom has shown that he can do it all. With more projects in the works, including a role in the upcoming Amazon series based on The Lord of the Rings, it’s clear that Bloom’s star power shows no signs of fading anytime soon.