Actors Who Were Supposed To Be The Next Big Thing But Fizzled Out

Phoebe Cates

Former model Phoebe Cates made her acting debut in the film Paradise, which had a similar plot to the hit Brook Shields movie, Blue Lagoon. She later took on a controversial role in Fast Times at Ridgemont High. The steamy red bikini scene was her last memorable part.

Emile Hirsch

After appearing in hit films like Lords of Dogtown and Imaginary Heroes, Emile Hirsch went on to play roles in indie films like Into the Wild. He won a Screen Actors Guild nomination for Best Actor for his role as Chris McCandless. His career has been on a steady decline since 2008, unfortunately.