Career Timeline of Adam Driver: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Adam Driver built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Adam Driver is an American actor known for working with prominent directors. He debuted in *J. Edgar* (2011) and had supporting roles in films like *Lincoln*, *Frances Ha*, *Inside Llewyn Davis*, and *While We're Young*. He achieved greater fame for playing Kylo Ren in the *Star Wars* sequel trilogy (2015–2019).
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2010: Broadway Debut in Mrs. Warren's Profession
In 2010, Adam Driver made his Broadway debut in Mrs. Warren's Profession, marking the beginning of his stage career.
2011: Acting in Man and Boy
In 2011, Adam Driver acted in Man and Boy, continuing his stage career after his Broadway debut.
2011: Film Debut in J. Edgar
In 2011, Adam Driver made his film debut in J. Edgar, which initiated his career in the film industry.
2012: Breakout Performance in Girls
In 2012, Adam Driver had his breakout performance as an emotionally unstable actor in the HBO television series Girls, marking a significant point in his career.
2012: Supporting Roles in Lincoln and Frances Ha
In 2012, Adam Driver played supporting roles in the films Lincoln and Frances Ha, expanding his presence in the film industry.
2012: Starring in HBO's Girls
In 2012, Adam Driver starred in the HBO comedy-drama series Girls, playing the emotionally unstable boyfriend, earning him recognition and Emmy nominations.
September 2013: Appearance in Vogue
In September 2013, Adam Driver appeared alongside Canadian model Daria Werbowy in Vogue's September issue, photographed by Annie Leibovitz.
2013: Supporting Role in Inside Llewyn Davis
In 2013, Adam Driver had a supporting role in the film Inside Llewyn Davis, continuing to build his early film career.
2013: Emmy Nomination for Girls
In 2013, Adam Driver received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance in "Girls".
2014: Role in Hungry Hearts
In 2014, Adam Driver played a despairing father in the drama Hungry Hearts. For his performance in Hungry Hearts, Driver won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor at the 71st Venice International Film Festival.
2014: Supporting Role in While We're Young
In 2014, Adam Driver played a supporting role in the film While We're Young, marking another step in his rising career.
2014: Emmy Nomination for Girls
In 2014, Adam Driver received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance in "Girls".
2014: Volpi Cup for Best Actor in Hungry Hearts
In 2014, Adam Driver won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor for his leading role in Hungry Hearts, marking a significant award in his career.
2014: Cast as Kylo Ren in Star Wars
In early 2014, Adam Driver was cast as villain Kylo Ren in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, marking a significant role in a major film franchise.
December 18, 2015: Release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens
On December 18, 2015, Star Wars: The Force Awakens was released, featuring Adam Driver as Kylo Ren, to commercial and critical success.
2015: Gaining Recognition as Kylo Ren in Star Wars
In 2015, Adam Driver gained wider recognition for his portrayal of Kylo Ren in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, a significant role in his career.
2015: Emmy Nomination for Girls
In 2015, Adam Driver received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance in "Girls".
March 18, 2016: Release of Midnight Special
On March 18, 2016, the science fiction film Midnight Special, in which Adam Driver had a supporting role, was released.
December 28, 2016: Release of Paterson
On December 28, 2016, the drama film Paterson, where Adam Driver played the eponymous bus driver and poetry writer, was released.
2016: Acclaim for Paterson and Silence
In 2016, Adam Driver garnered acclaim for portraying the titular character in Paterson and Father Francisco Garupe in Silence, highlighting his versatility.
August 18, 2017: Release of Logan Lucky
On August 18, 2017, Logan Lucky, featuring Adam Driver as Clyde, a one-armed Iraq War veteran, was released.
October 13, 2017: Release of The Meyerowitz Stories
On October 13, 2017, The Meyerowitz Stories, where Adam Driver made a cameo appearance, was released.
2017: Role in Logan Lucky
In 2017, Adam Driver acted in Logan Lucky, adding another film to his diverse roles.
2017: Reprising role as Kylo Ren in The Last Jedi
In 2017, Adam Driver reprised his role as Kylo Ren in The Last Jedi, which continued his portrayal of the character in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.
2017: End of Girls Series
In 2017, Adam Driver's role in the HBO television series Girls concluded, after which he received three Primetime Emmy nominations for his performance.
August 10, 2018: Release of BlacKkKlansman
On August 10, 2018, BlacKkKlansman, where Adam Driver played a Jewish police detective, was released.
2018: Academy Award Nomination for BlacKkKlansman
In 2018, Adam Driver received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in BlacKkKlansman, recognizing his performance as a Jewish police officer.
June 14, 2019: Release of The Dead Don't Die
On June 14, 2019, The Dead Don't Die, a zombie film featuring Adam Driver as part of the ensemble cast, was released.
2019: Nomination for Tony Award for Burn This
In 2019, Adam Driver acted in Burn This, which earned him a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play, further cementing his stage career.
2019: Kylo Ren in Star Wars Sequel Trilogy
In 2019, Adam Driver concluded his portrayal of Kylo Ren in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, marking the end of his involvement in the franchise.
2019: Academy Award Nomination for Marriage Story
In 2019, Adam Driver received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role as a theater director in Marriage Story, marking another significant recognition.
2019: Reprising role as Kylo Ren in The Rise of Skywalker
In 2019, Adam Driver reprised the role of Kylo Ren in The Rise of Skywalker, concluding his portrayal in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.
January 25, 2020: Hosting Saturday Night Live
On January 25, 2020, Adam Driver hosted Saturday Night Live for the third time, featuring Halsey as the musical guest.
2020: Emmy Nomination for Saturday Night Live
In 2020, Adam Driver received a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his guest hosting role on "Saturday Night Live".
2021: Roles in The Last Duel
In 2021, Adam Driver starred as Jacques le Gris in The Last Duel, adding another notable role to his filmography.
2021: Starring in Annette, The Last Duel, and House of Gucci
In 2021, Adam Driver starred in Leos Carax's musical film Annette, Ridley Scott's historical drama The Last Duel, and the biopic crime film House of Gucci, showcasing a busy year in his career.
2022: Starring in White Noise
In 2022, Adam Driver starred in the apocalyptic black comedy film White Noise, marking his fifth collaboration with Baumbach.
December 9, 2023: Hosting Saturday Night Live for the fourth time
On December 9, 2023, Adam Driver hosted Saturday Night Live for the fourth time, with Olivia Rodrigo as the musical guest.
2023: Portrayal of Enzo Ferrari in Ferrari
In 2023, Adam Driver portrayed Enzo Ferrari in the film Ferrari, showcasing another significant role in his career.
June 2024: Cast in Carnival: At the End of Days
In June 2024, Adam Driver was cast in the upcoming comedy film Carnival: At the End of Days, adding another project to his filmography.
2024: Role in Megalopolis
In 2024, Adam Driver acted in Megalopolis, further expanding his filmography.
2024: Starring in Megalopolis and Return to Off Broadway Stage
In 2024, Adam Driver starred in Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis and returned to the off Broadway stage in Kenneth Lonergan's Hold On to Me Darling, receiving critical acclaim for his performance.
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