Jon Bernthal's Best Film & TV Roles
Ever since his breakout role as Shane in The Walking Dead, Jon Bernthal has established himself as Hollywood's most compelling vulnerable tough guy. Specializing in complex, self-assured antiheroes, Bernthal has become a fixture across horror and superhero genres while seamlessly portraying both lawmen and criminals.
Nobody portrays damaged characters quite like Bernthal. His raw magnetism allows him to become the most electrifying presence in any project with just a single scene. There's an effortless authenticity to his performances that simultaneously relaxes and unnerves audiences. Will he erupt in fury? Will he simmer quietly? Will he crack open emotionally? Whatever direction his character takes, viewers are guaranteed a gripping journey. With The Accountant 2 arriving in theaters - featuring Bernthal returning as the volatile younger brother Braxton - now's the perfect time to celebrate his finest work.
From post-apocalyptic survival dramas to Marvel blockbusters to unforgettable supporting turns, here are 10 of Jon Bernthal's most outstanding performances across film and television.