Matthew McConaughey has had a long, successful career in Hollywood so far. Most even say that he is aging like fine wine. It is no surprise that he has always been a little different compared to his counterparts in Hollywood. No matter how much it flatters him, the spotlight is not his main priority. He chooses to live a normal life. Well as "normal" as possible in an $8 million mansion. McConaughey prioritizes his family and his peace of mind. This, among many other things, has led to him being very versatile in his field. Keep scrolling to find out just how versatile Matthew McConaughey is.
8 His Role In Dallas Buyer's Club (2013)
Despite being on-brand with McConaughey's typical cowboy persona, this role was different compared from anything he had ever done. Only a versatile actor like Matthew McConaughey could accomplish what he did in this film. He depicts Ron Woodroff who starts taking and distributing experimental drugs after his diagnosis with AIDS. Woodroff was not likable as a person, and McConaughey does not try to hide the darker parts of this character.
7 His Role In Magic Mike (2012)
This role is very different from what some might expect Matthew McConaughey to play. He plays the role of a strip club manager. Somehow, he strikes the perfect balance between being slimy and being seductive. His role in this film definitely contributed to it being surprisingly entertaining. Working alongside actors who are completely different from him, like Channing Tatum, really shows how McConaughey can be versatile in a role.
6 He Does Not Accept Every Role That Comes His Way
Again, Matthew McConaughey will not sell out for a role or for money. Recently, McConaughey has been appearing less on screen. This is probably because he is choosing to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. On top of that, McConaughey has always been intentional about the roles he chooses to play, no matter how much money they offer him. Furthermore, he wants to avoid being typecast, especially as he gets older. This makes him versatile because he intentionally accepts roles that are not all of the same categories.
5 His Role In Tropic Thunder (2008)
This film is one of McConaughey's most hilarious. He stars with many other notoriously funny actors like Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr., and Jack Black. With a lineup like that, how could the movie be anything less than hilarious? This film puts Matthew McConaughey's versatility right up front. He is able to play the lighthearted, funny role of Rick Peck excellently. His character is greedy and highly energetic. While this was just a supporting role, it is great to see the sillier side of Matthew McConaughey.
4 His Role In Mud (2012)
This starring role in a small indie film puts Matthew McConaughey's versatility at the forefront. He takes the role as a mysterious man hiding in the wilderness. What is especially different for him in this role is how quiet and soft-spoken the character is. Despite this being totally different from his typical acting style, McConaughey nails it. This understated and underrated role is a great example of his versatility.
3 His Supporting Role In The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
This role was right in the midst of Matthew McConaughey's comeback to Hollywood, and it was nothing short of iconic. This film famously stars Leonardo DiCaprio who plays a Wall Street stockbroker who matches his success and excess. McConaughey's scenes are brief but impactful because he plays Dicaprio's early financial advisor. We get to see a new side of McConaughey in this role as he unleashes his tics that make for the funniest parts of the movie. This role, despite its brevity, really shows how he is versatile.
2 His Role In A Time To Kill (1996)
This role was one of McConaughey's first leading man roles in Hollywood. This being said, this role is responsible for his career taking off. A Time To Kill is based on a John Grisham novel, and he plays the role of a defense attorney. He fits well into this role naturally with his strong sense of justice and conviction. He will go to any length to do what is right, and that really comes through in this role.
1 His Role In Interstellar (2014)
Argued as one of the most impactful and beautiful movies of his career, Matthew McConaughey really showed up for this role. He, quite literally, took it out of this world. Any actor would jump at the opportunity to be in a Christopher Nolan film, and McConaughey was selected to be in one of Nolan's most ambitious. The film depicts the frantic search for a habitable planet after Earth is too far gone. Because of his versatility, McConaughey made this film a significant part of pop culture history.
