Hollywood A-Listers Who Got Their Big Break in Horror Films

Justin Long

Jeepers Creepers (2001) was a low-budget horror movie with zero big names released at the very end of summer's dog days—but it still managed to launch Justin Long's acting career. The Victor Salva flick brought success to both Long and Salva, breaking box-office records across the nation. Salva was confident that the up-and-coming actor could come off as funny or genuinely terrified, depending on the scene.

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