Actors Playing Presidents on the Big Screen
Bill Murray, Daniel Day-Lewis, Charlton Heston and more


Courtesy Everett Collection; 20th Century Fox Film Corp./Courtesy Everett Collection; David James
In anticipation of The Butler, the star-studded historical drama about longtime White House butler Cecil Gaines, we're looking back at memorable moments when actors have stepped into presidential shoes. From Rocky's trainer to a former baseball-playing angel, you'll be surprised by some of the actors who have played commander-in-chief. The Butler is in theaters Friday, August 16th.
By Lucy Meilus