A look back at the life & career of Hollywood's favorite new "rebel" James Franco - just in time for him to host the Oscars in 2011.

TV Guide Network traces the career of the young, talented James Franco. From his big break in the brilliant-but-canceled-too-soon sitcom Freaks and Geeks all the way to the film that earned the actor an Academy Award nomination, 127 Hours, this 30-minute special provides an in depth look at the roles and adventures that have made the upcoming Oscar co-host Hollywood's most recent Renaissance man.—Heather Konkoli