Only a few actors can claim that their first role was what made them famous. Many of them spend years working on small projects and commercials. They finally get the big break role that makes them stand out from others.

Here are nine incredible actors and roles that have put them on the map, fromKit Harrington to Sandra Bullock.

1.Kit Harington – Game of Thrones

Kit came out of nowhere to fight undead butts and claim the North. Jon snow isn"t a character you"ll forget anytime soon. Jon Snow was a breath of fresh Targaryen air even in the last season.