Buzz
In Hollywood, it's almost a trend for actors to take on a British accent for UK roles, whether playing a historical figure or a warrior. However, the reverse is equally popular, with British, Australian, and other international actors portraying American characters. While many actors were born or raised abroad, this list highlights those whose primary dialect isn't American. Canadian actors and actresses are excluded from this list.
10. Alfred Molina
From: London, England Notable Roles: Spiderman 2, Boogie Nights, guest appearances on Law and Order SVU, and Trial By Jury
9. Guy Pearce
Hails From: Born in Ely, England, grew up in Victoria, Australia Notable Roles: Memento, Factory Girl, LA Confidential
8. Bob Hoskins
Hails From: Bury St. Edmunds, England Notable Roles: Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Hollywoodland
7. Linus Roache
Hails From: Manchester, England Notable Roles: Law and Order, RFK
6. Heath Ledger
Hails From: Perth, Australia Notable Roles: Brokeback Mountain, The Dark Knight
5. Hugh Laurie
Hails From: Oxford, England Notable Roles: House MD
4. Kate Winslet
Hails From: Reading, England Notable Roles: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Little Children, Titanic
3. Gary Oldman
Hails From: London, England Notable Roles: Leon, The Fifth Element, Romeo is Bleeding
2. Daniel Day Lewis
Hails From: London, England Notable Roles: There Will Be Blood, Gangs of New York, The Crucible
1. Christian Bale
Hails From: Haverfordwest, Wales Notable Roles: Batman Begins, American Psycho
