Josh Hartnett: From HEARTTHROB to Hollywood's BEST KEPT SECRET

Josh Hartnett: From HEARTTHROB to Hollywood's BEST KEPT SECRET

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Dive into the fascinating life and career of Josh Hartnett in our latest YouTube video essay. From his heartthrob status in the late '90s and early 2000s to a thoughtful, selective career resurgence, Josh Hartnett's journey through Hollywood is nothing short of compelling. Discover how this talented actor navigated the highs and lows of fame and how he carved out a niche for himself in the competitive world of Hollywood.

We begin with Hartnett's early breakout roles in iconic films like "The Faculty" and "Halloween H20: 20 Years Later," where his charm and talent quickly made him a household name. His portrayal of Zeke in "The Faculty" and John Tate in "Halloween H20" showcased his versatility and solidified his heartthrob status. We also delve into his unforgettable role in Sofia Coppola's first film where he played the enigmatic Trip Fontaine, a performance that left a lasting impression on audiences.

As we journey through his filmography, we'll explore his starring role in the epic war film "Pearl Harbor," where he played the tragic hero Danny Walker. This role, alongside his intense performance in Ridley Scott's "Black Hawk Down" as Staff Sergeant Matt Eversmann, demonstrated his ability to tackle complex and dramatic characters. These performances cemented his reputation as a leading man in Hollywood.

However, Josh Hartnett made the bold decision to step back from the spotlight. We'll discuss his conscious choice to pursue roles that interested him personally, even if they weren't blockbuster hits. Films like "40 Days and 40 Nights," where he humorously navigated a sexless Lent, and "Mozart and the Whale," where he portrayed a man on the autism spectrum, reflect his desire to challenge himself as an actor.

Hartnett's journey wasn't just about the roles he took but also those he turned down. We'll uncover the truth behind the rumors of him rejecting major superhero roles, including Spider-Man, Batman, and Superman, and how these decisions shaped his career. Despite stepping away from the Hollywood machine, he continued to deliver memorable performances in indie films and TV series.

His return to television in the supernatural drama series "Penny Dreadful" marked a significant turning point in his career. As Ethan Chandler, Hartnett captivated audiences with his portrayal of a troubled actor entangled in a world of Victorian horror. This role showcased his maturity and depth as an actor, earning him critical acclaim.

In recent years, Josh Hartnett has experienced a resurgence with standout performances in projects like "Black Mirror," where he played an astronaut dealing with complex emotional and psychological challenges, and "Oppenheimer," a historical mega-hit film directed by Christopher Nolan. His role as physicist Ernest Lawrence in "Oppenheimer" highlighted his ability to bring historical figures to life with nuance and gravitas.

We'll also explore his appearances in "The Bear," where he played Frank, and his latest role in M. Night Shyamalan's thriller "Trap," where he portrays a psychopath with a surprising twist. These roles reflect his continued evolution as an actor, consistently choosing projects that challenge and intrigue him.

This video essay is packed with interviews, film clips, and behind-the-scenes insights that paint a comprehensive picture of Josh Hartnett's career. Whether you're a long-time fan or just discovering him for the first time, this essay offers a deep dive into the actor's evolution, his personal journey, and his pursuit of a balanced life.

Join us as we celebrate the remarkable career of Josh Hartnett, an actor who has proven time and again that true success lies in following your passion and staying true to yourself. Don't miss this in-depth look at his life, his choices, and his enduring impact on Hollywood.

0:00 Introduction
1:25 - The Faculty, Halloween H20. First roles.
3:22 - The Virgin Suicides.
4:50 - Pearl Harbor, Black Hawk Down.
5:45 - Roles he turned down? Spider-Man, Batman, Superman.
7:48 - 40 Days and 40 Nights.
8:42 - Lucky Number Slevin, Bunraku, Drunk History.
10:14 - Penny Dreadful.
11:53 - Oh, Lucy! Die Hart.
13:46 - Oppenheimer, Black Mirror, The Bear.
15:58 - Trap.

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@2ndround415
@2ndround415 - 06.08.2024 22:22

Luckily Number Slevin is my favourite JH movie

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@isaaccrist8642
@isaaccrist8642 - 07.08.2024 02:12

It’s the Joshaissance and I’m here for it! IMO he could’ve been as big as DiCaprio if he stayed in the system but chose his own path instead, he’s obviously happier doing what he’s been doing so good for him

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@izzo231
@izzo231 - 07.08.2024 18:06

Can you do David Cross next? Pleeeeease!!! 😁

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@nicholasnapoleon7274
@nicholasnapoleon7274 - 07.08.2024 22:57

The Faculty was actually Hunknett’s second role in film, first was a few months earlier in Halloween H20.

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@Nickiix0x
@Nickiix0x - 08.08.2024 06:44

Obsessed then. Obsessed now. Gorgeous and articulate.. hot damn.

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@mistersydster
@mistersydster - 08.08.2024 08:01

I love it when Hartnett shows up. He's basically an established character actor in his own right. That being said, Trap looks terrible. I could be wrong and the doubt is compelling me to go see what I'm convinced will either be gold or garbage

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@anomie1998
@anomie1998 - 08.08.2024 14:58

I remember Josh Hartnett from the opening scene of Sin City, one of my favorite openings ever, remembered him ever since

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@wavedgoblin
@wavedgoblin - 08.08.2024 15:21

Lucky Number Sleven is classic movie for me! I remember watching that shit way too young and loving me some Lucy Lou❤😂

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@diegowushu
@diegowushu - 08.08.2024 17:08

Great actor, he was terrific in Penny Dreadful with the amazing Eva Green.

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@opensource296
@opensource296 - 08.08.2024 20:38

Spoiler for TRAP

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@bodyrot2794
@bodyrot2794 - 08.08.2024 21:51

“Hollywood Homicide” is one of my favorite buddy cop/ comedies ever lol.

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@JaredNeal
@JaredNeal - 09.08.2024 02:11

Bunraku is a good movie.

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@DamnFineCupOfCoffee
@DamnFineCupOfCoffee - 09.08.2024 05:46

Come onnnnn Batman

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@DJarvis1987
@DJarvis1987 - 09.08.2024 14:01

He had a similar career path to Heath Ledger but disappeared before, becoming the next Matt Damon or Ben Affleck.
Wicker Park is another good movie of Josh Harnetts from the mid-2000s

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@DJarvis1987
@DJarvis1987 - 09.08.2024 14:01

He had a similar career path to Heath Ledger but disappeared before, becoming the next Matt Damon or Ben Affleck.

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@wethepeople6642
@wethepeople6642 - 09.08.2024 23:43

I love Josh. He is one of my Favorite Actors Ever! 💯

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@defiantaichi
@defiantaichi - 10.08.2024 03:49

I LOVED 30 days of night and bunraku growing up. Im so glad to see him getting his comeback.

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@carlfitzsimons8665
@carlfitzsimons8665 - 10.08.2024 04:25

I always thought he had a Keanu Reeves vibe. Always liked him from Black Hawk Down onwards for sure.

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@mgariepy42
@mgariepy42 - 10.08.2024 10:13

When they were shooting VS, Coppola gave him a cake when he turned 20. “ Here,” she said, “you’re not a teenage heartthrob anymore.” That’s the story.

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@mgariepy42
@mgariepy42 - 10.08.2024 10:57

Bunraku is a BRILLIANT film! Woody Harrelson, Josh, Ron Perlman, Kevin McKidd, Demi Moore and a Japanese pop star were excited to be asked by the auteur director to be in it. They had a ball! “What’s it about?” “Well, it’s a Sergio Leone spaghetti Western, a Kurosawa samurai quest, a Broadway musical wrapped in German Expressionism origami and pop-up books. And it’s a comedy.” 😂

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@mgariepy42
@mgariepy42 - 10.08.2024 11:03

In 2023, Josh had FOUR projects out. Oppenheimer, Black Mirror, Operation Fortune, and the UK series The Fear Index.

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@mgariepy42
@mgariepy42 - 10.08.2024 11:13

Trap is fiction! 😂 There’s no blood, guts, slashing from Cooper the serial killer. It’s a look into the mind of a psycho masking around as the doting daddy. The concept is preposterous, the improbabilities hilarious. M Knight told us this movie was not like his usual twisties. This is a suspenseful cat and mouse thriller with a parody undertone. Just suspend your disbelief and go with the flow! Hubs and I watched it twice it was that entertaining.

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@DLNOT
@DLNOT - 10.08.2024 14:33

A Josh Hartnett + Colin Farrell collaboration onscreen would be a dream

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@thatsyouropinion9434
@thatsyouropinion9434 - 11.08.2024 07:30

You’re 37 and didn’t know who he was… liar

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@DiegoPedauye
@DiegoPedauye - 11.08.2024 12:06

Dude, the spoilers were totally unnecessary for the purpose of this video.

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@witchingbrew3
@witchingbrew3 - 12.08.2024 22:52

We were all 11 when he was big. He was like the last great American movie star.

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@LukeLovesRose
@LukeLovesRose - 14.08.2024 11:45

He was great in Black Hawk Down as well

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@charliesotelo1966
@charliesotelo1966 - 14.08.2024 19:43

how did you never hear about him

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@catherineveilleux959
@catherineveilleux959 - 15.08.2024 21:10

Josh Hartnett in Wicker Park was amazing. It was (still is) one of my favorite movies. I don't know why people don't talk about it more ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

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@lyndongutierrez4318
@lyndongutierrez4318 - 16.08.2024 11:59

Well i think i can feel that this Man is very interesting and impressed me because of his Real looks makes me feel better and I love ❤❤❤❤❤

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@HisNameIsEL
@HisNameIsEL - 17.08.2024 21:03

Sucks he never wanted to be a superhero because MAN would he would have been a great Terry McGuinness. Batman Beyond

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@MindOverNumber
@MindOverNumber - 20.08.2024 07:28

I completely forgot about him until this video... Then I remembered I had a friend in middle school who wouldn't stop talking about him because that was her actor crush. I only knew him from J-14 magazine covers lbs 😅😅😅

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@Lux_Lethal
@Lux_Lethal - 23.08.2024 18:59

Years ago, I heard that he wouldn't wax his unibrow anymore because he found it to be too painful. He'd even put it in his contract, and it prevented him from getting roles. No idea if there's even a sliver of truth to that, but that was a rumor which was spread around.

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@drendelous
@drendelous - 26.08.2024 17:20

if this is a poem to how gorgeous he is i will subscribe for the rest of my life

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@mgariepy42
@mgariepy42 - 01.09.2024 08:30

The Coppola anecdote is this. Josh turned 20 during filming. She gave him a birthday cake (?) and said, “Here, you’re not a teenage heartthrob anymore.” 😅

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@ccervantesclx7
@ccervantesclx7 - 08.09.2024 13:29

This nigga loves to hear his own voice. I’m talking about you, not Harnet

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@shamarrialexandre-little4619
@shamarrialexandre-little4619 - 09.09.2024 23:31

The female interview that interview him on the bed was so thirsty and was obviously hitting on him 😂

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@DaveDuncanMusic
@DaveDuncanMusic - 11.09.2024 02:29

Hes not back. His last three movies were shit.

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@Mattslittlesister55
@Mattslittlesister55 - 11.09.2024 08:25

In sin city i liked his role

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@anonymous-sk4ms
@anonymous-sk4ms - 11.09.2024 14:52

I randomly watched pearl harbor some 5 6 days ago cause a clip of it came on my insta feed and i like the clip so i was like lets give this movie a watch, and man oh man, it the the first movie i watched of josh hartnett and i fell in love with him and mind you today is 11 sep 2024 so basically i discovered him in sep 2024( saw him in oppenheimer last year but didnt know who he was and didnt try to search further upon him), anyways i liked him sm in peearl harbour i downloaded all his famous movies from the early 2000's and late 90's and now I've watched 4 to 5 of his movies and going to watch more, I absolutely love him and ik I'm some 20 years late to crushing on him and he has a wife and 4 kids, but it just makes sense why he was a heartthrob in the 2000's and he is still loved sm today due to his charisma, it was kinda a shame he got fed up of hollywood and the whole system and took so many years off but he's back now and the movie trap,oh my god just watched it 2 days ago and i've watched a psychological thriller this good after such a long time, i think trap is going to be his comeback and now he's going to do so much more good movies consistently hopefully

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@tripleppp4177
@tripleppp4177 - 14.09.2024 07:40

'I Come with the Rain' is insanely underrated josh hartnett movie, 00s cyberpunk vietnamese/american hard boiled neo-noir with Elias Koteas as a very memorable serial killer role

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@nbt2310
@nbt2310 - 15.09.2024 18:38

Saying he did not turn down Batman Begins is misleading. This was mid 2003, he was the most famous and popular young "serious" actor in the world, and this was the same studio that offered him the potentially largest contract ever for Superman during that same year. If Josh Hartnett had been interested in the role, it was 100% his. That he told Nolan he was not interested in it is, in a practical (if not legal) sense, turning it down.

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@nbt2310
@nbt2310 - 15.09.2024 18:44

Interesting career, he would have made a great Batman or Superman, he was much younger than most people realized when he first blew up, the rare star in his true early 20s actually playing characters his own age or a bit older. He was a good 6-7 years younger than Affleck and Beckinsale in Pearl Harbor but has to play their same age. Will be interesting to see where his career goes.

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@mylenelegaspi9300
@mylenelegaspi9300 - 15.09.2024 21:08

I hope he would play zorro

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@Roni-IIH
@Roni-IIH - 18.09.2024 13:39

I love a movie of his called Wicker park...it's so sweet

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@popoycaritativo7017
@popoycaritativo7017 - 23.09.2024 01:01

Beautiful tribute video

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@melanieparry
@melanieparry - 27.09.2024 10:45

Moved to UK, best decision he ever made!!

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