This or That: Famous Siblings
Talent clearly runs in these famous families! Head to Instagram to let us know which sibling is your favorite in each sibling showdown. And let us know which sibling actors you’d like to see in our next edition of This or That!
Ben & Casey Affleck
When he’s not busy setting the internet ablaze with his relationship with Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck is out there acting, producing, writing and directing major Hollywood films. He is best known for his roles in iconic movies like Good Will Hunting (which launched his career) and Pearl Harbor. But younger brother Casey Affleck wasn’t going to let Ben be the only successful one in the family. He’s starred in huge Hollywood blockbusters like Ocean’s 11 and he’s best known for his Academy Award winning performance in Manchester By the Sea.
Chris & Liam Hemsworth
Not many people can say that they’ve literally played god, but Chris Hemsworth has made quite a name for himself by starring in countless MCU films as the god of thunder, Thor. The Australian actor has amassed an impressive list of film credits, and he was named “Sexiest Man Alive” in 2014 by People Magazine. Even though Chris has some big footsteps to follow in, Liam Hemsworth also reached international stardom with his role in The Hunger Games franchise. And though he hasn’t been named the sexiest man alive, there’s a lot of people who think that People gave the title to the wrong Hemsworth.
Jonah Hill & Beanie Feldstein
You may not know that this brother sister duo are related because Jonah Hill dropped his last name and opted for a stage name when he began working in Hollywood. Jonah Hill is known for his comedic roles in movies like Superbad, but he has also worked in award winning films like Martin Scorcese’s The Wolf of Wall Street. Jonah might be 10 years older, but Beanie Feldstein is quickly proving that she may end up having the more successful career. She’s starred on Broadway, and in award winning films like Booksmart and Lady Bird.
James & Dave Franco
The Franco’s both have the gift of playing the lovable idiot. Older brother James Franco has cracked audiences up in stoner favorites like Pineapple Express and This is the End. Dave Franco has starred in his fair share of hilarious comedies as well, including Neighbors and 21 Jump Street.
Mary-Kate, Ashley & Elizabeth Olsen
Twins Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen dominated the 1990s with their role on Full House playing the adorable Michelle Tanner, and in their highly successful films like Passport to Paris and Billboard Dad. The twins are no longer acting, but they left a permanent mark on Hollywood and millennial pop culture. But their younger sister Elizabeth Olsen is quickly becoming the brightest star in the family. Her role in the MCU as Wanda Maximoff has won fans over in the Disney+ mini-series WandaVision, and in movies like Avengers: Age of Ultron.
Marlon & Shawn Wayans
The Wayans Brothers made it hard to pick just two for the sake of This or That. But as a white chick myself, I had to choose Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans because of their hilarious roles in the cult comedy White Chicks. Younger brother Marlon Wayans is best known for his roles in Little Man and G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. And Shawn Wayans starred in Scary Movie and Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood.
Patricia & David Arquette
Patricia Arquette is going on five decades of working in Hollywood, which is no easy feat. She’s known for taking challenging roles that speak to her in films like Boyhood, which was filmed over the span of 12 years. Most recently, she blew me away with her role in Apple TV’s Severance. David Arquette was the youngest member of the family to follow in the show biz family’s footsteps. He’s known for his roles in Scream and Never Been Kissed.
Jake & Maggie Gyllenhaal
Jake Gyllenhaal entered the family business when he became an actor in 1991 with his debut role in City Slickers. Both of his parents and his older sister Maggie Gyllenhaal were already working in the film industry. Jake is best known for his roles in award winning films like Brokeback Mountain and Nightcrawler. Maggie began her career as a teenager taking small roles in her father’s films. She has since gone on to amass an impress list of credits in movies like The Dark Knight and Mona Lisa Smile.
Luke & Owen Wilson
The Wilson brothers have a lot in common. They’re both hilarious, lovable, and known for their work with other legendary comedic actors. Older brother Owen Wilson has starred in comedy classics like Zoolander and Wedding Crashers. And younger brother Luke Wilson is known for his roles in Legally Blonde and Old School.
John & Joan Cusack
The Cusack’s won America’s heart in the 1980s and they never gave it back. John Cusack is known for his roles in John Hughes movies like Sixteen Candles, and his roles as the leading man in many beloved romcom’s including America’s Sweethearts. Older sister Joan Cusack has a comedic gift that she has shared with audiences in movies like School of Rock. But she can also play more dramatic roles in films like The Perks of Being a Wallflower.