There's something mystifying about Nikola Tesla. As one of the most prominent inventors in history (and the genius behind alternating currents), many of Tesla’s inventions still remain a mystery. Yet as one of history's greatest minds, there have been a surprisingly small amount of actors who've played Tesla over the years. With Ethan Hawke being the latest actor to portray the brilliant scientist in the 2020 IFC movie, Tesla, only a handful of A-list actors have stepped into the shoes of the revolutionary inventor. Who do you think played him best?
Born in 1856 in Croatia and later emigrating to the US, Tesla worked with Thomas Edison before setting out on his own. As a physicist, innovator, inventor, futurist, and scientist, Tesla's genius knew no bounds.
From David Bowie to Nicholas Hoult to even John C. Reilly, check out all the Nikola Tesla actors over the years, and vote up all your favorite roles.
