15 Actors who almost always play similar roles

Published Jan 03, 2025 05:28 ET

HBO Ballers Season 2 Red Carpet Premiere and Reception in Miami - Source: Getty — Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (Photo by Getty Images for HBO)

12) Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson – Muscle-bound hero with a strong moral code

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (Photo by Pablo Cuadra/WireImage)

Dwayne Johnson has become one of the biggest action stars by playing muscle-bound heroes who always stick to their principles. He often takes on roles where he protects his family or saves the day, like in San Andreas and Rampage. Johnson’s physical presence and charisma make him believable as someone who can handle impossible challenges. He’s good at adding humor to his action roles, which helps keep them entertaining without feeling too serious.