10 Movie Actors Who Did Their Best Work On TV

Actors like Billy Bob Thornton are rare.

Sure, he's not the kind of person who will improve a movie's box office revenue, but he will bring class and sophistication to the flick. Still, that kind of energy and presence isn't reserved for just the big screen.

It's easy to see why people point to the movie Sling Blade as Thornton's best performance - hell, he's transformative in it. However, while that flick is phenomenal (and even bagged him an Academy Award for best screenplay), Fargo takes the cake for being his most fascinating role.

As Lorne Malvo, Thornton acts as an embodiment of chaos. His character descends upon the small Minnesotan town and brings crime, destruction and manipulation in his wake. He's the show's true antagonist and effectively carries the entire first season on his back.

Thornton's performance effortlessly captures the charm and unpredictability of the character. He's cool, calm and collected but can send chills down your spine with a simple look or line. He balances something scary and magnetic in equal measure, making you feel like you're watching an ethereal being rather than a real man.