What movie made Gerard Butler famous?

Gerard Butler is a Scottish actor who has appeared in a wide range of films throughout his career. However, it was the 2006 film “300” that truly propelled him to fame.

Directed by Zack Snyder and based on Frank Miller’s graphic novel of the same name, “300” tells the story of the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC.

Gerard Butler played the role of King Leonidas, the Spartan leader who led his army of 300 soldiers against the Persian invasion.

The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $450 million worldwide. Butler’s portrayal of King Leonidas was widely praised, with many critics noting his intensity and physicality in the role.

After the success of “300”, Butler’s career took off. He appeared in several high-profile films, including “P.S. I Love You” (2007), “Law Abiding Citizen” (2009), and “Olympus Has Fallen” (2013). He also starred in the romantic comedy “The Ugly Truth” (2009) and the action-thriller “Geostorm” (2017).

Gerard Butler has also lent his voice to animated films such as “How to Train Your Dragon” (2010) and “How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World” (2019).