Every movie star starts somewhere. Even actors who seem to come out of nowhere usually have a few small roles. TV stars often become movie stars, but these days it’s the other way around. However, these actors have actually spent time on the small screen in small roles many times. We’ve rounded up actors who played small roles on television before becoming movie stars. What do you mean by “small” roles? Well, it’s a little vague, but the bottom line is, they weren’t the stars of the show. They might have had a recurring role, maybe a one-episode appearance, or maybe you’d have missed it if you blinked. It would be great if they became TV stars, but we’re focusing on the small roles that served as a stepping stone to glory.
