For nearly a decade, actor John Krasinski was best known as Jim Halpert, the charming prankster and everyman from The Office. His sly smirk to the camera became one of television’s most iconic gags, and his understated comedic timing made him one of the most beloved sitcom characters of the 2000s. With such an indelible role, it was easy to imagine Krasinski continuing along a strictly comedic path. That’s why his pivot in 2018 came as such a surprise.