For 12 seasons, Two and a Half Men was one of the most popular shows on television. It launched the career of Jon Cryer and re-launched the careers of both Charlie Sheen and Ashton Kutcher. Until 2003, Sheen was mostly known for his movie work in the Major League and Hot Shots! movies, although some TV fans knew him from his stint on Spin City. His character on Two and a Half Men was modeled after his own life as a famous actor.