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James Van Der Beek is one of the most talented actors who people remember for a variety of roles in films and television. He gained fame as Dawson in Dawson's Creek and made his mark in comedy, drama, and action. He has worked in numerous distinct roles, teen dramas, crime shows, and sheer outrageous comedies.
James has no fear of trying something new and even mocks himself in a given role. This is a compilation of his seven best shows and films.
Disclaimer: This article contains the writer's opinion. Reader discretion is advised.
Here is the list of the 7 James Van Der Beek movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist:
7. Dawson's Creek (1998)
Dawson Creek is a famous American TV show that began in 1998 and lasted for 6 seasons. The plot revolves around the closest friends from the imaginary town of Capeside, Massachusetts. The story started in high school and continued through college for viewers. James Van Der Beek played the role of Dawson Leery. Dawson is a bright teenager, fond of making movies, and his role model is Steven Spielberg. His best friend, Joey Potter, portrayed by Katie Holmes, plays a significant role in his journey.
Dawson's Creek became famous in the late 1990s, and its cast became a globally recognised group. It addresses the majority of the challenges that teenagers face, such as falling in love, family troubles, and life transitions. It was also one of the driving franchises of the WB network. It was praised for its brilliant writing and poignant stories, which were unlike any other teen drama shows at the time.
6. Don't Trust the B----In Apartment 23 (2012)
Don't Trust the B in Apartment 23 is a US sitcom that aired on ABC from 2012 to 2014. The sitcom ran for two seasons, with a total of 26 episodes. Produced by Nahnatchka Khan, the series stars Krysten Ritter in the lead role of Chloe, an unruly young woman who causes mayhem. Dreama Walker plays June, a cute and naive Indiana girl, who becomes Chloe's best friend.
James Van Der Beek also plays a fictionalized version of himself, mocking his former celebrity status in Dawson. This role is established in a really fascinating and amusing way. It was met with favourable reviews due to its witty composition and audacious humour. The TV show established a strong fan base because of its incisive look at Hollywood life & humorous storyline.
5. CSI: Cyber (2015)
It is an American crime drama show that has been running on CBS since March 4, 2015. The show follows FBI agents who investigate and apprehend cybercriminals online. Elijah Mundo, a forceful and proficient Senior FBI Field Agent, is played by James Van Der Beek. His character is an ex-Marine with extensive knowledge in weapons and battlefield forensics. He is a member of the team that works closely with Dr Avery Ryan, played by Patricia Arquette, who oversees the FBI's Cyber Crime Division. Her past is the foundation for her ability to infiltrate the minds of cybercriminals.
The three counteract hacking, identity theft, and cyberattacks. Van Der Beek required training in martial arts, such as Krav Maga and jiu-jitsu, to do justice to this role. The series lasted two seasons and allowed Van Der Beek to showcase a more somber side, as opposed to his comedic roles of the past.
4. Pose (2018)
Pose is a humorous take on the ball culture in New York City. The TV show is centered on African-American and Latino LGBTQ individuals. The story is set in the 1980s and 1990s. The first season features James Van Der Beek as a guest writer. He plays Matt Bromley, a powerful and wealthy boss at the company where Stan Bowes (played by Evan Peters) works. The show's core premise is the vibrant, no-doubt ballroom subculture in which LGBTQ youngsters, primarily Black and Latin thrive. It showcased high-performance ball dance competitions.
Matt represents the wealthy establishment world that occasionally intersects with the ballroom community. Ryan Murphy is the genius who assembled an incredible cast, headlined by Billy Porter and Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, to bring the series to life. The show celebrates the determination, strong spirits, and creativity of the ball scene, as well as identity, community, and survival. Van Der Beek contributes to the story's independence within the broader framework of New York culture and class, despite making most of his appearances in the first season.
3. Varsity Blues (1999)
Varsity Blues is a sports drama released by Paramount Pictures on January 15, 1999. The box office grossed approximately $54 million worldwide. James Van Der Beek plays Jonathan "Mox" Moxon, a brilliant, caring, reflective, and intelligent backup quarterback at West Canaan High School in Texas. Moxon is an avid reader and would like to attend Brown University, unlike most of his teammates. When the crucial first-string quarterback is injured and he must take over, his relatively normal life changes.
Coach Bud Kilmer, portrayed by Jon Voight, is an unsympathetic and harsh coach. He demands victory at any cost and even suggests using painkillers on injured players. Mox is divided between the desire to escape and the need to be responsible towards his teammates. The film was a box office hit, tackling serious issues such as peer pressure, sportsmanship, and personal ethics.
2. The Rules of Attraction (2002)
James Van Der Beek played the central role of Sean Bateman in The Rules of Attraction. It was based on a novel written by Bret Easton Ellis. Sean, the younger brother of Patrick Bateman, the well-known protagonist from American Psycho, works as a drug dealer. The film depicts a love triangle among three students at Camden College, who are in chaotic relationships. The story is filled with passion, instrumentation, and obsession. Sean falls in love with Lauren Hynde, but she pursues another person, creating a web of desires and dysfunctions.
The film's non-linear plot was unusual, and its photography and soundtrack were stylized, colourful, and full of life, reflecting the protagonists' disorganized lifestyles. In contrast to his TV roles, Van Der Beek adopted a darker & more edgy persona. It highlighted that he had no trouble experimenting with moral ambiguity. The film's daring aesthetic and performances won it praise from critics. An actor will take considerable measures to prove his versatility, and Van Der has done that with his character in The Rules of Attraction.
1. What Would Diplo Do? (2017)
This is a US comedy series created by Brandon Dermer and James Van Der Beek. It aired on Viceland and stars Van Der Beek as a fictitious version of Diplo, the Grammy-winning DJ and music producer who is part of Major Lazer and Jack U. The performance is an inside-joke-filled parody of the esoteric and often bizarre realm of electronic music. He not only acts, but is also involved with writing and creating the creative direction of the series. He studied the real-life performances and radio shows of Diplo to get his personality and aura in preparation for the role.
The show is based on a superstar DJ living an over-the-top lifestyle who does not escape problems in his wild life, despite its fundamental aspects. A ridiculous sense of humour combines with stinging commentary regarding fame, which is precisely what has caught the eye of many fans, highlighting the strength of the writing and the bold sense of humour. Van Der Beek demonstrates that he has the capacity to make fun of himself and still come up with something new and amusing.
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