15 Memorable Roles (By People Who Hadn't Acted Before)

Some movies and TV shows leave an impression on you because of the plot. Others incorporate breathtaking scenery or heartfelt music. Sometimes it's the characters that draw the actors in. For better or worse, these people have left an indelible impact on our hearts and minds.

Actors have had illustrious careers and have had a tremendous cultural impact by playing specific roles. We looked at the well-known movie and television characters, identified their most iconic roles, and then assessed them using Ard Gelinck's excellent work. But there are several more who have never acted before…

Getting your big break in show business usually involves a lot of hard work, patience, and taking any acting job you can find in the hopes of catching the attention of a big-shot producer. It's also possible that you'll be cast in a major part without ever having acted before. And, believe it or not, the outcomes can be wonderful, even fantastic — or at the very least memorable. Take a look at these examples.