10 Underrated Acting Performances By Athletes In Movies

1. Michael Jordan - Space Jam

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Space Jam is the ultimate 90s film.

It has the world's biggest athlete of the 90s in Michael Jordan, the most popular cartoon characters of the 90s, The Looney Tunes, and even a cameo from the greatest comedy actor of the 90s - Bill Murray. This movie is so loud, ground-breaking and fast-paced that it's no wonder Michael Jordan's acting performance goes under the radar.

Now, is his delivery of certain lines a bit wooden at times? Sure. However, it should be remembered that during the majority of the filming of this movie, Jordan had to pretend these animated characters were around him and still pull off a convincing performance which is hard enough for an experienced actor let alone a first timer!

If anything, this film is a time capsule to remind the world that everything Michael Jordan touched turned to gold, whether that be basketball, baseball or keeping comedic pace with a cartoon bunny.

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