If you think that the only Arab actor who has left his mark in Hollywood is Omar Sharif, think again. Through the years, there has been a number of talents emerging from the area, and spreading all the way to Hollywood, appearing in hit movies as well as TV series. Here are some Arab actors who managed to make the leap.

1. Sayed Badreya

Egyptian actor, appeared in "Iron Man" and "Three Kings."

2.  Amr Waked

Egyptian actor who has appeared in "Syriana", "Lucy", and "Salmon Fishing in the Yemen."

3. Rami Malek

Egyptian actor who has appeared in "Twilight," "Night at the Museum," and "Need for Speed."

4.  Khaled El Nabawy

Egyptian actor who has appeared in "Fair Game," and "Kingdom of Heaven."

5. Ghassan Massoud

Syrian actor who has appeared in "Kingdom of Heaven," "Pirates of the Caribbean," and "Exodus."

6. Alexander Siddig

Sudanese actor who has appeared in "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine," "Clash of the Titans," and "Game of Thrones."

7. Said Taghmaoui

Moroccan actor who has appeared in "The Kite Runner" and "American Hustle."