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Leading man
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an actor who plays the main male role in a movie or play
Grammatical Information
animacy status
animate
plural form
leading men
Who is a "leading man"?
A leading man is an actor who plays the main male role in a film, television show, or theatrical production. This actor typically portrays the central character around whom the story revolves and is often featured in the most prominent and significant scenes. The leading man is usually the primary focus of the narrative, and his performance drives much of the plot. He often plays a heroic, romantic, or otherwise crucial role that defines the overall direction of the story.
