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Hollywood icon Harrison Ford made his screen debut in 1966, and after appearing in a number of smaller roles, got his breakthrough as Han Solo in George Lucas’ 1977 film ‘Star Wars.’ The movie spawned one of the most successful franchises in history, with Harrison reprising his role for multiple projects. His stardom was also aided by playing the titular lead in the ‘Indiana Jones‘ film series, as well as Rick Deckard in the ‘Blade Runner‘ franchise. These roles, along with those in films like ‘Patriot Games’ and ‘Clear and Present Danger,’ solidified his place as an action hero in the industry. Over the decades, Harrison has starred in movies from a wide range of genres, including ‘The Mosquito Coast,’ ‘Working Girl,’ ‘Air Force One,’ ‘Cowboys & Aliens,’ ‘The Age of Adaline,’ and ‘Captain America: Brave New World.’ A licensed pilot and environmental activist, he has received numerous accolades over the years and has been honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award, Cecil B. DeMille Award, Honorary César, and Honorary Palme d’Or awards. If you wish to check out his works on Netflix, the following list is tailored for you.
2. 42 (2013)
Brian Helgeland’s biographical drama ’42’ is about the life of baseball legend Jackie Robinson. In 1947, Robinson broke the sport’s color barrier by playing first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers in Major League Baseball. The film delves into racism in America during that time and how sports, too, were affected by it. Amid that, some people supported Robinson and his talent, including Brooklyn Dodgers owner Branch Rickey (Ford), which ultimately landed him a position with the Brooklyn Dodgers, though it came at a price: restraint when provoked. Robinson eventually fought his way to the front and became one of the greatest baseball players of all time, etching his name in the Baseball Hall of Fame and immortalizing his jersey number “42.” In the film, Chadwick Boseman’s performance as Jackie Robinson earned him critical acclaim and many accolades. The film itself was praised for its story and its depiction of a sportsman’s life during a tense period in American history. You can watch ’42’ here.
1. American Graffiti (1973)
The neon-lit California of the 1970s takes center stage in George Lucas’s cult classic teen comedy ‘American Graffiti.’ The whole film takes place over one night and centers on a group of high school students who are out to enjoy the last evening of their summer holidays. Full of fun, romance, love, mistakes, and stunts, just like the lives of teenagers, ‘American Graffiti’ is a comedy of errors showcasing the rock ‘n’ roll culture of the time. Starring Ford, who plays an out-of-town drag racer named Bob Falfa, along with Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Paul Le Mat, Charles Martin Smith, Cindy Williams, and Candy Clark, the film is a must-watch and has become a part of America’s pop culture. You can watch it here.
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