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The beloved star of the hit TV showsThe Big Bang TheoryandYoung Sheldon, Jim Parsons has revealed a lesser-known aspect of his acting career. Having been associated with the above-mentioned shows for a long time, people expect Parsons to shed tears after wrapping up. But shockingly, the actor had a different movie to credit for opening his watergates.
Following his appearance in the 2016 movieHidden Figures, Jim Parsons sat for an interview withVariety, ahead of its release. Marketing the film, the actor created hype among the audience, as he opened up about one emotional experience that he faced while watching the final cut.
Jim Parsons Broke into Tears After WatchingHidden Figures
While the world popularly knows the Emmy winnerJim Parsonsfortouching hearts with his comicrole as Dr. Sheldon Cooper inThe Big Bang Theory,the actor personally claimed to be deeply moved by his 2016 movieHidden Figures. Opening up about his experience ahead of the movie’s premiere, Parsons discussed the impact of Theodore Melfi’s film withVariety.
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Ahead of the film’s preparation to grace the big screen, Jim Parsons hyped the movie among audiences by revealing certain emotional aspects of it. Playing another genius in the film, much like his role inThe Big Bang Theory, Parsons mentioned being deeply touched by the emotional storyline and one particular scene from the film’s ending.
You have four huge storylines; each woman gets a storyline and they as a group get a storyline. I can’t believe what a seamless, joyful ride it gets to be. And you reflect on everything that’s been covered and go, ‘Good God how did he do that?’ It really reminds me of exactly why you go to the movies.
It feels like a big screen event you want to share with an audience. When I saw it, I just loved it. And towards the last 10 minutes you could feel it building inside… I went to the bathroom and sobbed. I can’t really pinpoint why – it’s not sad.
Clarifying that it’s not a sad scene but rather an emotional one, Jim Parsons shared the poignant moment that had a profound impact on him. Without dropping spoilers ahead of the film’s release, the actor subtly mentioned that the scene was so emotionally draining that he had to step away and compose himself.
Theodore Melfi’s 2016 MovieHidden Figures, Based on Reality
Narrating the tale about three female African-American mathematicians working at NASA during the Space Race in the late 1960s,Hidden Figuresstarred Jim Parsons in the role of Paul Stafford. The actor played a fictional character representing the racist and sexist attitudes prevalent in that era, as he refused to work with Taraji P. Henson’s character Katherine Johnson.
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Based on true incidents, Theodore Melfi’sHidden Figurescame as a testament to the filmmaker’s ability to narrate stories in a way to help audiences deeply connect and resonate with the characters. Meanwhile, starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe, andKevin Costner, the movie made over $229M at the global box office against its modest $25M budget (viaThe Numbers).
Jim Parsons alongside his co-stars were widely praised for their performance and willingness to explore the complex and challenging roles. Although fans of Parsons often know him for his comic role as Sheldon Cooper, his appearance inHidden Figurestruly provided a new perspective on his acting career and showcased his impressive range as a performer.
Hidden Figuresis available on Disney+.
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Krittika Mukherjee is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, majorly focusing on films, TV shows, and celebrity news with over 3,000 articles published. With an educational background in Journalism, and a keen interest in filmmaking, Krittika blends factual precision with creative flair, when crafting her editorials, or dissecting fan theories.Her coverage often includes news and analyses of critically acclaimed films, celebrity news, and franchises like the Wizarding World, LOTR, DC, and MCU—particularly Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, Superheroes, and fan theories. As a Wizarding World aficionado, Krittika has spent countless hours exploring hidden backstories, unadapted book moments, spells, and trivias surrounding J.K. Rowling’s lore.An imaginative writer with a way with words, Krittika has worked as an entertainment journalist for the past two years and a web content writer for a year. She brought her experience and expertise to FandomWire to pursue her desire for sipping coffee while dissecting films and tracking celebrity drama.
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