Paul Rudd first found acting success performing serious stuff like Shakespeare on the Broadway stage. But in recent years the Kansas City native has become a comedy icon, thanks to his regular gig on TV’s Friends and high-profile roles in big-screen hits from the likes of Judd Apatow.

Rudd has gone from stealing scenes as a supporting player to being the name above the title, and in 2013 the Library celebrated his career with Paul Rudd: Hometown Hero, in our summer Off-the-Wall Film Series.

• May 17: Role Models Rated R, 2008
• June 21: Our Idiot Brother Rated R, 2011
• July 19: I Love You, Man Rated R, 2009
• August 16: Dinner for Schmucks Rated PG-13, 2010
• September 20: Wanderlust Rated R, 2012