Sportscaster to Silver Screen: Martin Harris’ Hollywood Journey

In this captivating episode of Entertain This!, we sit down with the versatile and talented actor Martin Harris to discuss his remarkable journey from international sportswriter to a rising star in Hollywood. Currently featured in David O. Russell’s star-studded 1930s murder mystery Amsterdam, Martin shares behind-the-scenes insights from the set and reflects on his diverse roles across some of today’s most acclaimed projects. From portraying a Czech police officer in Netflix’s gripping thriller The Gray Man to sharing the screen with Colin Firth in The Staircase, a German bartender in the final season of Better Call Saul, and a Soviet prisoner alongside David Harbour in Stranger Things, Martin’s range is nothing short of extraordinary.

Hailing from Wroclaw, Poland, Martin also opens up about his earlier career as a sportswriter and broadcaster, where his passion for NBA basketball led to a best-selling book about the Los Angeles Lakers. He reveals how a pivotal piece of advice from the late Kobe Bryant inspired him to chase his acting dreams, transforming his career and life. Join us for an engaging conversation about storytelling, resilience, and the unexpected paths that lead to success in the entertainment world. Don’t miss this episode!

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• 20:23 (Cont.) Sportscaster to Silver Screen: Martin Harris’ Hollywood Journey