David Schwimmer, best known for his role as Ross Geller in Friends, has had a successful career in both television and movies beyond his iconic role. Here are some of his best roles according to IMDb. In the black comedy crime movie Big Nothing, Schwimmer plays the role of Charlie, an ex-teacher turned call center employee who gets fired on his first day but ultimately gets involved in blackmail. In the biographical movie The Iceman, he plays the character of Josh Rosenthol, who uses the DeMeo name recklessly. Schwimmer also had a recurring role as City Attorney Dana Romney in L.A. Law, where he showcased his ability to play an antagonist.

He voiced the character of Melman the giraffe in the Madagascar movies, embodying a Worrier-like personality. Schwimmer's role in the crime drama Nothing But Truth involves playing Ray Armstrong, the husband of the lead character, Kate Armstrong.

 In the British comedy show Come Fly With Me, he humorously plays himself getting detained for having movies banned in the UK. Schwimmer starred in The Wonder Years as Michael, Karen's boyfriend who marries her and supports her during her conflicts with her father. In The People vs. O.J. Simpson American Crime Story, he portrays Robert Kardashian, delivering a remarkable performance. Schwimmer appears in Curb Your Enthusiasm as a fictionalized version of himself, engaging in comedic arguments with Larry. Of course, no list would be complete without mentioning Friends, the show that made Schwimmer famous and where he portrayed the beloved character Ross Geller.