Brendan Fraser Makes His Big Return in Rental Family — First Leading Role Since Oscar Win

Brendan Fraser Makes His Big Return in Rental Family — First Leading Role Since Oscar Win

Oscar winner Brendan Fraser, beloved for his roles in 1990s hits and his triumphant comeback in The Whale, is back on screen in Rental Family — a Tokyo-set drama that marks his first leading role since his Academy Award win. 

In Rental Family, Fraser plays Phillip Vandarploeug — a down-on-his-luck American actor living in Tokyo. Out of desperation, he agrees to a strange gig: to be part of a “rental family” service, where actors are hired to fill roles in people’s lives — as fathers, siblings, friends, whatever their clients need. 

The film explores deep themes such as loneliness, identity, and human connection — all wrapped in performances that channel vulnerability, hope, and quiet introspection. 

Fraser shared in a recent interview that after years of career ups and downs — and after winning his Oscar — he still feels like that same struggling actor, trying to find meaning. Rental Family gave him a chance to step into a role that resonates deeply: “a story about second chances… and about people who just want to belong.” 

Whether you come for Fraser’s comeback or stay for the emotional journey, Rental Family promises a cinematic experience that’s thoughtful, poignant, and real. 🎬

➡️ If you like indie-style drama with heart, or you’ve loved Fraser’s past work — this movie deserves a spot on your “to-watch” list.

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