Aside from the size of his paycheck, what’s the difference between Arnold Schwarzenegger the movie star and the would-be governor?

His new style – or lack thereof.

The action hero appears to be toning it down since joining the California gubernatorial race. Gone are the trendy suits and smug grins as he looks less and less like a Hollywood player and more like an earnest policy wonk. Even the wife is doing her somber part to dress like a politician’s spouse.

Is the new look convincing? Check out these photos and cast your own vote.