Jon Hamm may forever be associated with his suave portrayal of Don Draper in “Mad Men,” but his filmography stretches far beyond the confines of Sterling Cooper. Here are 10 of Hamm’s best roles that showcase his versatility and depth as an actor, sans the iconic ad man:

1.Buddy in “Baby Driver” (2017) – As a bank robber with a heart, Hamm brought a captivating mix of charm and menace to Edgar Wright’s high-octane crime thriller.

2.Sports Agent J.B. Bernstein in “Million Dollar Arm” (2014) – Hamm displayed his ability to inspire and connect in this true story of a sports agent who goes to India to find baseball’s next star pitcher.

3.The High Roller in “Sucker Punch” (2011) – Although a smaller role, Hamm made a lasting impression as a mysterious and affluent gambler in Zack Snyder’s visually arresting fantasy film.

4.Willard Hobbs in “The Town” (2010) – Hamm played an FBI Special Agent in this gritty crime drama, providing a compelling foil to Ben Affleck’s bank-robbing character.

5.Davis in “The Report” (2019) – As a Defense Department staffer engaged with the investigation into the CIA’s use of torture post-9/11, Hamm portrayed the real-life struggle for transparency and accountability.

6.Herb Overkill in “Minions” (2015) – Showing his range, Hamm lent his voice to the role of an inventor and husband to Sandra Bullock’s supervillain character Scarlett Overkill in this animated feature.

7.Adam Frawley in “The Day the Earth Stood Still” (2008) – In this sci-fi remake, Hamm stepped into the shoes of a NASA official dealing with extraterrestrial events, capturing the character’s analytical approach and humanity.

8.Tom Shaw in “Bad Times at the El Royale” (2018) – As an FBI agent undercover at a rundown hotel, Hamm delivered a taut performance laden with intrigue and revelation.

9.Dr. Drew Baird in “30 Rock” (2009-2012) – On the comedic front, Hamm showed off his funny bone as Tina Fey’s charming yet hilariously inept love interest across several episodes of this acclaimed sitcom.

10.Walter Pritchett in “Marjorie Prime” (2017)- In this thought-provoking sci-fi drama about memory and loss, Hamm portrayed both a human character and his holographic recreation, demonstrating nuance and emotional depth.

These roles attest to Jon Hamm’s extensive talent as he steps out from Don Draper’s long shadow into diverse characters ranging from dapper criminals to goofy yet endearing love interests.