Career Timeline of Andrew Garfield: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Andrew Garfield built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Andrew Garfield is a highly acclaimed British-American actor recognized for his versatile performances on stage and screen. He rose to international prominence for his portrayal of Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man films and earned critical praise for his role as Eduardo Saverin in The Social Network. Garfield has demonstrated significant range through complex, dramatic performances in films like Hacksaw Ridge and Tick, Tick... Boom!, both of which garnered him Academy Award nominations for Best Actor. Beyond his cinematic success, he is celebrated for his profound work in theater, including a Tony Award-winning performance in the Broadway revival of Angels in America. Known for his intense preparation and emotional authenticity, Garfield remains one of the most respected figures in contemporary acting, balancing blockbuster roles with challenging, character-driven independent cinema.
2004: Early Career Milestones and Awards
In 2004, Andrew Garfield graduated from the Central School of Speech and Drama and launched his professional stage career. That same year, he earned a Manchester Evening News Theatre Award for Best Newcomer for his role in the play Kes at the Royal Exchange Theatre.
2005: British Television Debut
In 2005, Andrew Garfield made his debut on British television by appearing in the Channel 4 teen drama series Sugar Rush.
October 2007: Variety's 10 Actors to Watch
In October 2007, Andrew Garfield was recognized by Variety magazine as one of the '10 Actors to Watch', marking a significant moment in his rising professional profile.
November 2007: Release of Boy A
In November 2007, Andrew Garfield starred in the Channel 4 drama Boy A, portraying a former inmate attempting to reintegrate into society after being convicted as a killer.
November 2007: American Film Debut in Lions for Lambs
In November 2007, Garfield made his American film debut in the ensemble drama Lions for Lambs, acting alongside high-profile stars like Tom Cruise and Meryl Streep.
2007: Breakout Role in Boy A
In 2007, Andrew Garfield achieved a significant career milestone by starring as a juvenile convict in the television film Boy A, which served as his breakout performance.
2008: BAFTA Win and Film Appearances
During 2008, Garfield received the BAFTA Award for Best Actor for his performance in Boy A, appeared in the film The Other Boleyn Girl, and was recognized as one of the Shooting Stars at the Berlin International Film Festival.
2009: Supporting Roles in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus and Red Riding
In 2009, Andrew Garfield expanded his acting portfolio by taking on supporting roles in the Terry Gilliam-directed film The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus and the television trilogy Red Riding.
2010: Success in The Social Network and Never Let Me Go
During 2010, Garfield gained further professional recognition through his roles in David Fincher's biographical drama The Social Network and Mark Romanek's dystopian romance Never Let Me Go.
2010: Role in Never Let Me Go
In 2010, Andrew Garfield starred as Tommy D. in the dystopian science-fiction drama Never Let Me Go, an experience he described as a dream come true, ultimately winning a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance.
March 2012: Broadway Debut in Death of a Salesman
In March 2012, Andrew Garfield made his Broadway debut performing the role of Biff Loman in the revival of Death of a Salesman, an appearance which earned him a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play.
2012: Broadway Debut in Death of a Salesman
In 2012, Andrew Garfield made his Broadway debut portraying the character Biff Loman in a revival of the play Death of a Salesman, an achievement that resulted in a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.
2012: Beginning of Spider-Man Stardom
In 2012, Andrew Garfield reached a major career milestone by starring as the titular character in Marc Webb's Spider-Man film series, which brought him wider global recognition.
2012: Release of The Amazing Spider-Man
In 2012, Andrew Garfield starred as Peter Parker in Marc Webb's film The Amazing Spider-Man, a reboot of the franchise which earned over $752 million worldwide and garnered positive critical acclaim for his performance.
2014: Conclusion of Initial Spider-Man Run
In 2014, Garfield concluded his starring role in Marc Webb's Spider-Man film series, marking the end of his initial tenure as the character.
2014: Professional Projects and Spider-Man Transition
Throughout 2014, Garfield hosted Saturday Night Live, appeared in the music video for "We Exist" by Arcade Fire, produced and starred in 99 Homes, and starred in The Amazing Spider-Man 2, which ultimately marked his final performance in the role before the character was recast for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
2016: Academy Award Nomination for Hacksaw Ridge
In 2016, Andrew Garfield received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his portrayal of Desmond Doss in the war film Hacksaw Ridge. Additionally, he appeared in the film Silence in 2016.
2016: Garfield's Starring Roles in Silence and Hacksaw Ridge
In 2016, Andrew Garfield starred in two major films: Martin Scorsese's 'Silence', where he portrayed a Jesuit priest, and Mel Gibson's 'Hacksaw Ridge', where he played war hero Desmond Doss. This year marked a significant point in his career, involving intense physical transformation for 'Silence' and earning an Academy Award nomination for his performance in 'Hacksaw Ridge'.
August 2017: Completion of Angels in America run
In August 2017, Andrew Garfield concluded his performance as Prior Walter in the National Theatre's production of Tony Kushner's two-part play, Angels in America, at the Lyttelton Theatre in London, a role which garnered him a nomination for a Laurence Olivier Award.
2021: Academy Award Nomination for Tick, Tick... Boom!
During 2021, Andrew Garfield earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his role as Jonathan Larson in the musical drama Tick, Tick... Boom!. He also appeared in the film The Eyes of Tammy Faye in 2021.
2021: Appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home
In 2021, Andrew Garfield made a notable appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Spider-Man: No Way Home, reprising his role as the character.
2022: Primetime Emmy Nomination for Under the Banner of Heaven
In 2022, Garfield starred in the crime drama miniseries Under the Banner of Heaven, which led to a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series.
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