Fox first established himself as a true television star thanks to his fan-frenzied turns as Charlie Salinger and Jack Shepherd, and the small screen was his home from the get-go, having just a few film credits to his name by the time Lost jettisoned him into the zeitgeist. The silver screen still piqued his interest, though, and he tried out supporting roles in pics like Smokin' Aces and We Are Marshall. Neither of those were critical darlings, but they did suggest that there might be a place for him in the movie biz.
Why Hollywood Won't Cast Matthew Fox Anymore
By Sebastian Wright | Published March 07, 2026