4 Times Arnold Schwarzenegger Traded Action for Softer Roles
“Action star” may be Arnold Schwarzenegger’s most frequent label, but he’s just as skilled with a heartfelt moment, as these movies prove.
Arnold + precocious kindergartners = big laughs. Going from tough detective to (undercover) teacher who warms to the kids as he protects them, Schwarzenegger gets an A+. Bonus: romantic chemistry with Penelope Ann Miller as a mom and fellow teacher. Available on Prime and Freevee
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A DNA experiment makes it possible for an unlikely pair — Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito — to be (wildly different) brothers. As Arnold’s smart but naive Julius seeks out their mom, DeVito’s shifty Vincent focuses on scoring a big payday. What do they both find? Family! Available on Netflix and Prime
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On Christmas Eve, workaholic Howard Langston (Schwarzenegger) believes buying the impossible-to-find Turbo-Man action figure will bring him closer to his wife and son. He battles it out with postal carrier Myron Larabee (Sinbad), but they share a goal — to make their loved ones happy. Available on Prime and Starz
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This Schwarzenegger-DeVito reunion finds the pair playing scientists who invent a fertility drug that is tested on Arnold. Along with experiencing pregnancy, he finds romance with fellow doctor Emma Thompson as the film extols the joys of family — no matter the path. Available for rent on Prime Video
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