Dave Franco on His Career and Relationship with James Franco
Dave Franco, younger brother of actor James Franco by seven years, acknowledges that having a famous sibling helped his career initially, but insists his success stems from his own talent. He recalls that his brother assisted him early on, particularly in securing an agent and opening doors in Hollywood.
No one was going to hire me just because I was James Franco’s little brother. If I sucked, I would’ve disappeared very quickly.
James Franco’s Career Highlights
James began acting before Dave and rose to fame with his role in the TV series Freaks and Geeks (1999–2000) and as Harry Osborn in the Spider-Man trilogy starring Tobey Maguire. His accolades include an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for 127 Hours and three Emmy nominations.
Dave Franco’s Acting Milestones
Early in his career, Dave had recurring parts in TV shows like Greek, Privileged, and Scrubs. He gained widespread attention with the comedy 21 Jump Street (2012), starring alongside Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum.
Following that, he continued to build his reputation with roles in:
- Now You See Me
- Neighbors
- Now You See Me 2
- Nerve
- Love Lies Bleeding
- Together
- Regretting You
- The Studio, which earned him an Emmy nomination
Summary
While James Franco’s success helped open doors, Dave Franco’s own talent and persistence have established him as a notable actor in Hollywood.
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