The Incredible Comeback of Brendan Fraser

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After having been out of the spotlight for a while, Brendan Fraser has had an incredible comeback! For this video, we’ll be looking at this American-Canadian actor then and now, exploring his rise, fall, and rise again. We'll take you through his early days, how Hollywood mistreated him, and how he's made such a strong resurgence. What’s your favorite Brendan Fraser performance? Let us know in the comments.
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We're excited to announce that The WatchMojo Game (wmojo.com/game) is here and available now on Amazon! Canada and UK now in stock! wmojo.com/game_canada wmojo.com/game_uk US: wmojo.com/game UK: wmojo.com/game_uk Canada: wmojo.com/game_canada What’s your favorite Brendan Fraser performance? Let us know in the comments.

[@owenkyle597]

I will say the mummy and now the whale by Owen Kyle

[@erzaender]

the mummy franchise

[@McMahonHater]

It would be great if Dwayne Johnson got him in touch with DDP and he got help with DDP's Yoga. Then him and Dwayne could start working out together and maybe make some movie together.

[@owenkyle597]

@@McMahonHater that is a good idea by Owen Kyle

[@lucindasloane5667]

I have always loved Brendan Fraser! George of the Jungle was my first time seeing him. I've loved him ever since. He deserves so much more for his great performances!!

[@beatrixdobson4795]

Honestly he deserves so much more love, recognition and respect than he's received over the years. I'm glad his career seems to be on the rise again.

[@mateenraoufi1815]

Don’t forget Johnny Deep also

[@bennymora3086]

He's the greatest!🤩

[@marilyndafeta3064]

He was one of the Iconic Male Actors in the Nineties. I’m so happy for his comeback. He deserves the Recognition and Respect. Resilient guy❤️🔥🔥🤝

[@michellebiland5163]

So true. 👍👍👍

[@Rickson708]

hes just an actor man..

[@curtislindsey1736]

The most enduring thing about his personality is how humble he reacts to any praise. It's good to see him find some healing by finally getting the support he deserves.

[@ProfessorTakatoPalm]

The Mummy was one of my favorite movies of all time and I’m so glad Brendan Fraser has made a successful comeback. I wish the best for this guy after all he’s been through. Welcome back Fraser we all missed you man!

[@fletcherhamilton3177]

_Mummy_ was / remains a weird beast of a film. It should have been forgotten as a turn-of-the-century summer popcorn flick, yet it has an enduring appeal that nobody expected of it.

[@glennjanot8128]

@@fletcherhamilton3177 I think that'S because the movie doesn't take itself too seriously (unlike the Tom Cruise version) and it also lived off the chemistry between Brandon and Rachel.

[@whateveritwasitis]

he did such a great job, i dont think another actor could have made it what it was. we lost alot of years from this man, at least hes getting some justice now. hopefully that gold digging whore of a wife is whale riddled with cancer.

[@shatteredsoldier81]

Fraser is like that popular guy in high school who you knew was going to do great things. Then you lose touch after HS for several years until you find him on FB and seen how hard life has been for him. However, you always remember how cool and pleasant of a guy he was and you still root for him.

[@KayliePrice]

Fully agree.

[@rogueguardian]

Damn right

[@donboldon3104]

I am happy his life took a turn to the better. Sometimes, people need time or a true chance to succeed. The moral of the story, never give up to failed attempts.

[@milescooper822]

Definitely reminds him of me when in high school

[@sadepennbrook]

I’m that high school guy….or gal. 😢

[@IronWolf277]

Brendan Fraser is a Treasure! Encino Man, The Mummy, Blast from The Past, Bedazzled, so many fun performances!

[@Leto85]

Bedazzled... That was him? It's been ages since I saw that movie.

[@jimalemartinez]

Journey To The End Of The Night was a HIGHLY underrated Brendan Fraser movie 😮‍💨🤦🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️💯💙✊🏾💪🏾💐

[@Band-maid-fan101]

Looney tunes

[@IronWolf277]

@@Leto85 yes, he played multiple roles in that film, super funny!

[@misery4407]

Journey to the center of the earth

[@ShaunStephens777]

Brendan Fraser deserves so much love. I’m glad he’s coming a comeback 😊❤

[@THANATOS-PRIME]

I had the incredible honor of speaking with him during one of the galaxy con video chats. Whoever said never meet your heroes never met him. Brendan is so humble and kind. Much love to this truly talented and amazing man.

[@inr63]

Omg this comment made me tear up; so happy your experience was so good

[@SQ1991-A]

Evidence please

[@PintadoProjekt]

that 6 minute standing ovation put a smile in my face and I am really happy for him.

[@NietzscheDevot]

Keanu Reeves, Jim Carrey & Brendan Fraser deserve all the love in the world!

[@lilaa.arenaspancca2482]

I can't agree with you more

[@GamingPusheen835]

Not sure about Jim Carrey

[@Isafell2001]

@@GamingPusheen835 Jim is a living longtime legend

[@spc3461]

Absolutely

[@dileeparivi]

All proud Canadians

[@DaRealHBIC]

I'm so happy he's back! They did him so wrong!

[@DaniRoGue]

I just want to cry every time I see him on an interview now. It makes me so happy to see his comeback and being so loved by basically the entire world ✨

[@PlannerAlert]

And he just won an oscar

[@Hammi4Real]

He endured blackballing for so long because of horny old men. And now he's doing a Scorsese movie with De Niro and DiCaprio. So proud of him, can't wait to see him again.

[@matthewstewartshaver8808]

Honestly, there isn't much dirt on him. Most people love and respect him. I hope he's in a lot more. I absolutely loved him in Bedazzled. That's such an underrated movie

[@IronWolf277]

yeah, he played so many funny roles in Bedazzled!

[@AlexanderJoneshttps]

He's a actor , he is acting

[@bengonzales1182]

That movie still makes me laugh to this day, especially the Colombian kingpin part.

[@JTD2001]

@@bengonzales1182 jefe!

[@mandylou5813]

I'm in tears. He's such an amazing actor and beautiful soul. 👏

[@SavageP.9000]

Brendan Fraser is a true amazing actor and I'm so glad to see him return! Welcome back Mr. Fraser.

[@istheanimeking777]

This dude is a gem and part of my childhood he deserves great respect

[@Gabreya]

Such a CRIMINALLY UNDERRATED ACTOR. One of my favorite Brendan Fraser performances is George in "George of the Jungle".

[@ajpat9620]

Yet, Brendan Fraser's best performance goes to The Whale.

[@lotooky4461]

Javajavajavajavajavajava! 😊

[@Gabreya]

@@lotooky4461 😁😁😁

[@spacejam8765]

Absolutely love this actor. So glad he is back.

[@WinterPhoenix]

I've gotta admit I'm a sucker for redemption arcs/ comebacks, and Brendan deserves this comeback

[@theCosmicQueen]

true to your name.

[@jackbrigoli7452]

This man made so many of our childhoods fun and exciting. The Mummy, George of the Jungle, Loony Toons Back in Action and Bedazzled were and are absolute gems. When his life went down hill, we were all crushed and felt so bad for him. I'm so utterly glad he's risen again, now back in his stride and doing much better. Brendon is a national treasure. He deserves a world of love.

[@gorrow1990]

Now an Academy Award winner. What an amazing comeback for Brendan.

[@joergw]

"Bedazzled" is still my all time favorite film with Fraser - he was playing so many different characters in one single movie

[@atsiepxs471]

Yes omg! Same!!!❤❤❤

[@GatsuKS]

The simp on the beach and the basketball star were hilarious.

[@seanwinter5360]

Yes! I love him playing the Colombian drug lord. When he realizes he can speak Spanish!🤣🤣. Great movie

[@villageidiot9867]

My favorite also.

[@ernaherlina8014]

Same. How he smoothly changed characters is beyond me. The Colombian druglord and the NBA guy is the funniest for me. He was perfection in the charming guy character, I literally fell in love at the first sight of the character, then laugh in disappointment when the character is gay.

[@tomosmarland4637]

I'm here now after he's just won his Oscar. What a beautiful comeback story it has been indeed. An example of a comeback to remember 10 years later.

[@spc3461]

Same here

[@kenthuang436]

He definitely deserved his win and I think the people who criticize his win have misinterpreted the true meaning of The Whale.

[@-AnakinSkywalker]

I grew up watching the Mummy and have literally seen it over 100 times. So glad Fraser is back!

[@aussieshooter8]

Made me so happy to see him succeed in the end, absolutely heartwarming. Brendan is nostalgia personified for me. The mummy and George of the Jungle were staples of my childhood.

[@brettk.1398]

He just won an Oscar!

[@kellifranklin9872]

I’m so happy to see him back in the spotlight. He’s just a great guy and I wish him all the best!

[@Morgan_t2991]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again - if anyone deserves a career comeback/true happiness it’s our man Brendan!

[@luckylady7542]

I've always liked Brendan. I wish him all good things coming his way. He deserves it. 😊❤

[@anaistm174]

I love this guy, glad he’s doing so well! 😊

[@inr63]

You can just *tell* he’s a genuinely kind human being

[@smabidulislam8075]

He just won the Oscar for best actor! What a comeback

[@ErmacFellwalker]

It warms the heart to see seemingly everyone speak positively of this guy and be happy for his successes. I really hope he receives a resurgence, well deserved

[@jokingatheist]

This is one actor who actually knows how to act and has done so many broad portrayals which is only a testament to his ability. He deserves every bit of this comeback and recognition. Looking forward to many more movies with this highly elite actor.

[@ifyouonlyknew811]

Joking Athiest I'm going to assume you were joking.

[@jokingatheist]

@@ifyouonlyknew811 you could assume that I am an atheist as well

[@alm777]

My favorite was" Blast From the Past".loved it!!!His personality shines,and the fact that he is so down to earth....is appealing.When celebreties think they're better than the rest of us,& they seem to forget,it's the fans that got them there.Brendan seems to sincerely care,and he does not seem to think he is better than the rest of us .I wish him the best,and he deserves it!

[@RogueMamaStitcher1]

I've probably watched Blast From the Past the most ...and Mrs Winterbourne. What a charming sweetheart he is. 🥰😍

[@yashbspianoandcompositions1042]

And the oscar goes to Brendan Fraser!

[@sergiofernandez7318]

Hollywood owes this man everything

[@sophiaisabelle0227]

Brendan Fraser has the potential to make it even further in the industry. Seems like he’s definitely gone a long way as an actor.

[@paulac.munoztorres]

I hope many more roles await him, and he gets the recognition he very much deserves.

[@Miausan14]

Brendan Fraser is literally one of my favorite actors, and I still rewatch monkey bone every time I get a new friend! Who says that movie is a flop? It is Brilliant! I was also devastated when he wasn’t in the journey to the center of the earth sequel. But I can’t wait to see more of him!!! 🎉

[@christscrackers647]

Someone give this man his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame already. He actually deserves to walk amongst the greats.

[@art.of.verser]

No way! No friendly way!! Brendan Fraser has a lot of range as an actor. IMHO, that hasn't changed whatsoever. He was part of my childhood, as well as many others. His latest movie is only making his comeback well earned!! ❤️

[@danasaeed9018]

I'm So Happy For Him, He Deserves Much More! 💙❤🙌

[@spc3461]

What a legend Mr Fraser every kid of 90s and 2000s saw mummy franchise and George of the jungle and some of his other movies what a comeback.

[@durgeshpardeshi616]

He is still so underrated actor and deserves more respect and after knowing what struggle he did my respect for him has been increased love u Fraser❤

[@irawilliams343]

Somebody please make The Mummy Rise of the Aztec! Brendan Fraser deserves an epic comeback after everything he went through.

[@HazelwithaZ]

Don't call it a comeback, he's been here for years.... Here in my heart. 😁

[@viratkohli7990]

Brendan Fraser & Tobey Maguire are my all time fav hero's from childhood. No one can match their legacy. It hurts that they both went through bad phases for more than any time. But now finally it seems that they both getting the rise & fame respect they deserve. Love they both. Biggest fan. From - India

[@gabrielmonney5356]

wwatching him cry of happiness while everybody applauded, made me want to cry

[@Leto85]

Bringing him back is bringing my youth back on screen. I found characters going to the gym to become the gunk they need to be on-screen impressive already, but gaining weight on purpose for that very reason is impressive on a whole different level.

[@yellalot101]

He is a living legend, true treasure.

[@nando19751]

it's so good to hear he's making a comeback and things are turning out for him. He was one of my favorite actors.

[@ladyprepper4]

Someone needs to get that young actress some Mummy DVDs! Brendan was my hollywood crush in the 1990s! What a good-hearted man. So happy to see him in the spotlight again.

[@bluegypsy71]

Brendan never went away, people did....he's worked consistently over the years, albeit smaller indie roles, he's a magnificent human and actor.

[@Linan066]

The man is now an Oscar winner. I'm so happy for him, but he will always be George of the Jungle for me.

[@emnyz37]

He was the perfect leading man for todays marvel scene. Ayyractive, can do action scenes and can make you laugh. Was just ahead of his time.

[@hankhill5409]

His work in Doom Patrol is extremely underrated. He put emotion into an emotionless mask before Mandolorian did

[@DepletedAntikytheria]

I genuinely hope Brendan Fraser gets the opportunity to read even a fifth of the praise he gets. The man is wildly loved and cared about and it's such a wonderful thing to see so I hope he gets to enjoy it. He's earned it in so many ways. ♥ Welcome back, Fraser. It's good to hear from you again ♥

[@laurencastle7626]

He was absolutely spectacular in The Whale. Incredibly moving portrayal of a loving but broken man. I hope he wins the Academy Award.

[@stevecange8171]

Great talent never dies 🙏very happy for him

[@chelseacanales8763]

Brenden deserves better; Hollywood did him wrong. If he is nominated for an Oscar for The Whale, then I would be happy for him.

[@rogueguardian]

This guy is honestly my childhood hero, I am definitely going to go see the whale when it comes out.

[@jpvq31]

He was never gone, he was just underappreciated

[@JustAVerySmith]

Appreciate your self reflection at 1:03 Watchmojo

[@livvyb3583]

I’ve been a fan of his since Encino Man, so glad to see him making a comeback!

[@ajjamsen694]

His reaction at the end to, I'm guessing, his co-star's statement only knowing him as Charlie was so precious ❤ Brenden Fraiser and Keanu Reeves are probably the only 2 people in that industry (or anywhere, honestly) that have entered Saint territory. They deserve a hundred times squared the love, kindness and respect they always give everyone else ❤

[@Zuzu01]

Brendan is a very underrated actor, his acting skills have a very wide range. He has that natural lovability factor that very few actors have. And really seems to be a super lovely man! ❤️

[@egyptcat4301]

I love him so much! So happy for him! 💖💖💖 He's such a great actor and he seems like a really good soul, much too good for Hollywood!

[@kaikalls5058]

When he got the standing ovation.. I'm sure just like me there were other ppl who cried too....💐💐❤️❤️❤️

[@fannityx6773]

He was never problematic, he never abuse anyone. He was not mean, he did not discriminate. Why did he ever got cancelled. Give the man his due

[@shahancheong9792]

Brendan Fraser deserves all the success and all the acolades he's getting and so much more. He had his career shot off at the knees when it was at its peak, and now he's coming back!

[@jrodriguez2794]

Man how happy he’s back once upon a time he was a big star

[@christinaromania]

I wish him all the best. He s an amazing actor

[@AaronExpress87]

Ah yes! my child hood hero Restored! I wanna give him a big ol hug 🫂

[@sokka47]

In most of the re-watched movies of my childhood, this dude was on them.

[@TheTugenukem]

Always loved him, i was so sad when he didnt get more roles. Lets make another mummy movie, but it has to be in egypt!

[@Nick-tv3hm]

So happy for him. He was one of the few actors that i was able to recognize on tv.

[@dominiqueodom3099]

The Mummy 1/2 will always be some of my most treasured Movie watching experiences.

[@ss4goku37]

My favourite is "Blast from the Past", such an underrated film of his. Brendan Fraser is an amazing actor.

[@brenttwilson]

We are in a Brenaissance right now. So happy for him! Loved him as I grew up, some of my favourite movies!

[@michellezombie3441]

He deserves the very best in life ❤️

[@LeonardoKlotz]

Will Universal resist the idea of making a 4th MUMMY movie to captalize on his comeback?

[@jonbourgoin182]

Brendan would really need to get back in muscle shape should he ever be recast in a new Mummy movie.

[@shawziiz5031]

@@jonbourgoin182 Idk. Harrison Ford is old af now and still doing Indiana Jones. I don't mind seeing a 4th Mummy movie with different take of Rick from current Fraser now. What concern me is just they have to bring back Rachel as Evelyn, not Bello again

[@ludonymous526]

If that 4th film were to be made, they need include at least one jab or two towards the abomination that is the 2017 film.

[@Andys12169]

I’m going to say this before even watching the video. Brendan Fraser deserves his star to be up in the stratosphere again and his real fans have never wavered out of respect for an awesome actor and all round good guy.

[@dkmusics__]

Such a memorable,the legend made us our childhood ❤️❤️❤️ Love You so much Mr Brendan Fraser ❤❤❤

[@joshuamohlman]

“The true test of a champion is not whether he can triumph but whether he can overcome obstacles.” - Garth Stein

[@bobocpe]

For my generation The Mummy franchise was like Indiana Jones to our parents.

[@ghost6298]

Happy for this man. Looking forward to future projects

[@mirrezarezaii3078]

I had so much fun watching “A Blast From the Past”. Total entertainment. One of my favorite feel-good movies of all time. The innocence shining through in his acting comes from within his personality. Glad he is making a comeback. “…and the Oscar goes to…”

[@lou_isse1938]

He was a big part of my childhood. I've always been looking forward to his movies and wondered what happened to him considering how amazing of an actor he is. Now that he's back, it feels like a missing part of my life is now fixed. Just like how Steve from Blues Clues made that video as closure for leaving us for College and never coming back.

[@michelleread5622]

I love him ♥️ He deserves so much more

[@ratpatootie8623]

An amazing actor! He deserves the recognition and all the love that comes next. I absolutely love him in “The Mummy”movies! Made my childhood that much better! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

[@lathenhertel8564]

That man is a National Treasure. Like the video said, he helped to make my childhood awesome.

[@assamesecomputer8288]

He won the OSCAR

[@s.t.5915]

They NEED to give Brendan Fraser the role of Mr. Incredible if any director decides to create a live action "The Incredibles".

[@haroonpaul1997]

haha

[@Sticky-Situation]

Don't call it a comeback, he's been here for years. ❤️

[@valariewillis6000]

He was most handsome in the Mummy movies, for sure!

[@davidcynkin6264]

Bro topped it off w an Oscar

[@i4ab1]

He win oscar Brendan Fraser ✨🤍

[@VGarcia1984]

i dont know but everytime i see him on screen recently, my tears starts to fall😢🥺💁🏻‍♀️… i can feel his struggles yet still fighting his way to overcome them which added to that are his recent awards which is so much well deserved👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰🥳💁🏻‍♀️ im just so proud of Brendan even during his George of The Jungle and The Mummy days im always been rooting for him💁🏻‍♀️