10 Actors Who Just Can't Seem To Realise Their Full Potential

7. Cillian Murphy

Another actor who seems to be stuck in side character limbo, Cillian Murphy is perhaps one of the most tragic cases we'll cover in this article. If given half the chance, Murphy would be well on his way to the Hollywood hall of fame. Perhaps known best as The Scarecrow in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy, the blue-eyed Irishman utilizes his skills in a way that should make many of today's celebrated actors envious. Even his smallest roles tend to steal the show, which is a testament to Murphy's acting prowess and overall tenacity; we often forget that side characters have lives and thoughts of their own, and many of Murphy's performances are capable of reminding us. His scenes in Inception may have been few and far between, but they stuck with the audience and were some of the most defining moments of the film. Despite his impressive resume - which includes a number of multi-award winners - Murphy has yet to land the part that will cause his career to skyrocket. It's this fact that puzzles us the most, and why we're certain that there are big things to come in Murphy's future. To let talent such as his go to waste would be a crime against the acting industry, and it's only a matter of time before the rest of the world notices the gem we have in Cillian Murphy. Notable Roles: The Dark Knight Trilogy, Inception, Peaky Blinders Next Seen In: Aloft, Transcendence