Those who managed to perfect this art havethey gathered legions of fans and earned millions. And more often than not, the springboard of famous comedians has been stand-up comedy. A stand-up comedy provides a perfect platform for aspiring comedians to hone their skills before pursuing their careers.

Some have used stand-up comedy success to become sitcom writers while some have used it to become stars in famous comedy shows. And then there are some who earned their stand-up comedy in Hollywood. Few of them have transitioned into Hollywood superstars so seamlessly that you’d be surprised how they got their start in comedy clubs drinking and smoking.

• Seth Rogen

Seth Rogen is arguably one of the most popular comedians in the world right now. His wit and comedy schedule is absolutely dependent on money. And while he’s very average in appearance, he’s one of the most bankable stars in showbiz. His films don’t need glamor or the entourage of big stars to succeed, as there is a certainty that Rogen will always excite you. His performance in films such as ‘ Knocked Up ‘ and ‘ Funny People ‘ has received critical acclaim. Did you know that Rogen actually used his past experience to create a great achievement in the Funny People ? ‘He did stand-up comedy in his youth and even won the Vancouver amateur comedy competitionHe also did a bit of stand-up comedy to prepare for his role as well.

• Steve Buscemi

It’s hard to believe that Steve, whom we often see fiddling around in Adam Sandler films, is the same one who delivers powerful and intense performances in movies like ‘ Reservoir Dogs ‘ and ‘ Fargo . “And who saw him in the role of Nucky Thompson Winter on the super HBO show” Boardwalk Empire‘Had to blink at the screen a few minutes, had to shake my head and blink some more to actually confirm that the idiot with Sandler is Steve. And if they had seen him do stand-up comedy before he made it big in Hollywood, they would surely have fallen in shock. Steve himself agrees that he was pretty awful. However, Steve will have no regrets performing alongside Gottfried and even the legendary Robin Williams.

• Michael Keaton

Ladies and gentlemen, next on our list is Batman. No, I’m not talking about Christian Bale. I knew you kids would screw it up. Be patient, let me explain. Michael Keaton is the Batman of the late ’80s and early ’90s. He is Tim Burton’s Batman. And yes, he was pretty good at it.

And before he brought villains to their knees in Gotham, he played the title character in Tim Burton’s 1988 horror comedy, Bugjuice . “Keaton was universally recognized for his brilliant acting in the film. Considering that he started out as a stand-up comedian, it’s fair to say that being closer to his acting niche has helped him do his best. Incidentally, his most recent best performance also came in the dark comedy film Vogelmann , which even earned him an Oscar nomination for his role in the film. He has also made guest appearances on television shows such as ‘ The Simpsons ‘ and ’30 Rock ‘ . “

• Ron Perlman

Ron Perlman, famous for playing burly Hellboy on the big screen, could rarely be associated with stand-up comedy. Ok he did deliver some funny one liners in the film but the way those lines were delivered is not comedy club fit. In fact, even his style of stand-up comedy was unsuitable for comedy clubs. He almost got beat up for his comedy in a Bronx club. The reason? One of them was that he and his high school friend, who he formed a comic duo with Steve and Perry , used to steal jokes written by legends George Carlin and Henny Youngman. It’s safe to say that Perlman had to work in Hollywood despite his stand-up comedy, not because of it.

• Kevin Spacey

He received critical acclaim back in the 1990s for his role as a neo-noir crime thriller. The Usual Suspects ‘And Family Drama’ American Beauty ,’ Spacey tried her hand at stand-up comedy. Incidentally, he has won Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his work in previous and Best Actor Oscarfor his performance in the latter. If his time at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied acting, is recognized for his brilliant acting skills, his time shortly after high school spent doing stand-up comedy should be a testament to his love of acting be. Spacey performed stand-up comedy in several bowling alley talent shows right out of high school.

• Eric Bana

Eric Bana gave glimpses of his immense acting talent very early in his life. At the age of six, he always made impressions of family members. His imitation of his grandfather’s way and manners was one of the most entertaining attractions at family reunions and events. At school, he used his ability to imitate his teachers to gain popularity and avoid trouble.

However, it was all just for fun and he had no serious desire to be an actor until Mel Gibson’s film Mad Max Bana, who was a teenager at the time, was won over by Gibson’s brilliant performance. But even then, it was more of a fleeting desire than a serious career option.

In 1991, working as a bartender, he was persuaded to try comedy. He gave stand-up comedy performances in Melbourne’s inner city pubs before appearing on a late night show where he was noticed by the producers of Australian sketch comedy show Frontal .

• Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks is one of the most versatile actors of his generation. Before he became a widely acclaimed actor and one of the most bankable stars, however, he was part of cheesy and raunchy teen comedies like ‘ Stag Party ‘ and ‘ The Man With a Red Shoe ‘. Then there was his critically acclaimed work on ABC sitcom Bosom Buddies , “In the his character as a woman. But did you know that Hanks has also done stand-up comedy in his career? However, he did not do it regularly. He only took the stage briefly to prepare for his role as the stalwart combatant in the criminally underrated 1989 film. punch lineAnd his preparation paid off as he gave another brilliant performance in the film.

• Emma Thompson

Previously, she won some of the most prestigiousEmma Thompson was recognized for her outstanding acting skills while studying at Cambridge University. And during that time, she was part of a comedy troupe called Limelight . And while working with the troupe, she met future British comedy greats Stephen Fry and Hugh Laurie. She was the first female member of the comedy group known for their skits. She also served as the group’s vice president and co-directed the troupe’s first all-female revue, “Women’s Hour”. Her acting potential was clearly felt during her time with the troupe. Stephen Fry even revealed that Thompson’s nickname in the group was “Emma Talented.”

• Simon Pegg

Simon Pegg is another star who has roots in standup comedy. After graduating from Bristol University in 1991 with a BA in Theatre, Film and Television, he moved to London and began standing up at various clubs around the city. Even while at university he appeared as a member of the comedy troupe David Icke and the Orphans of Jesus alongside David Walliams, Dominik Diamond, Myfanwy Moore, Barnaby Power and Jason Bradbury. Pegg didn’t stay long in the comedy club circle, as his excellent acting skills had already impressed many executives. This helped him land a string of guest spots in several television series and films.

• Woody Allen

Thanks to his highly successful career as a playwright and director, during which he was nominated 24 times and won four Academy Awards : three for Best Original Screenplay and one for Best Director (Annie Hall). People have mostly forgotten that Woody Allen is one of the best stand-up comedians. Comedy Central ranked him fourth on a list of 100 Greatest Stand-Up Comedians . He is credited with revolutionizing the stand-up comedy field by moving from traditional jokes to monologues. However, due to immense success and recognition as a director, he decided to give up the work and instead focus on filmmaking.