Dave Franco

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Dave Franco born?June 12, 1985
2. Where was Dave Franco born?Palo Alto, California, United States
3. What movies did Dave Franco first act in?He first appeared in the teen comedy "Superbad" (2007) and the supernatural drama "Charlie St. Cloud" (2010).
4. How did Dave Franco become a famous actor?A big break came when he starred in the buddy cop action‑comedy "21 Jump Street" (2012), which made him a rising star in Hollywood.

Acumen: The ability to make good judgments and quick decisions.
Meta-cinematic: Referring to a film that is self-aware of its own status as a film.
Filmography: A comprehensive list of an actor's or director's works.