History of Anna Faris in Timeline

Anna Faris is an American actress and podcaster, best known for her comedic roles, particularly as Cindy Campbell in the 'Scary Movie' film series. She has starred in various films, including 'The Hot Chick,' 'Lost in Translation,' 'Brokeback Mountain,' 'Just Friends,' 'My Super Ex-Girlfriend,' 'Smiley Face,' 'The House Bunny,' 'What's Your Number?,' 'The Dictator,' and 'Overboard.' Her career is defined by her contributions to comedy films and her work as a podcaster.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

November 29, 1976: Anna Faris's Birth

On November 29, 1976, Anna Kay Faris was born. She is an American actress and podcaster known for playing comedic roles.

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1994: Graduation from High School

In 1994, Anna Faris graduated from Edmonds Woodway High School.

1996: Role in Eden

In 1996, Anna Faris appeared in the independent drama "Eden," which was screened at the Sundance Film Festival.

1999: Graduation from University of Washington

In 1999, Anna Faris graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in English literature.

1999: First Major Film Role in Lovers Lane

In 1999, Anna Faris had her first major film role in the independent slasher film "Lovers Lane", playing an ill-fated cheerleader.

September 2000: Raygun Cover Appearance

In September 2000, Anna Faris graced the cover of Raygun magazine, marking an early highlight in her career.

2000: Breakthrough Role in Scary Movie

In 2000, Anna Faris had her breakthrough role as Cindy Campbell in "Scary Movie," a horror-comedy parody. The film was a major commercial success, and Faris received nominations for Breakthrough Female Performance and Best Kiss Awards at the 2001 MTV Movie Awards.

June 2001: GQ UK "Young Hollywood" Pictorial

In June 2001, Anna Faris was featured in GQ UK's pictorial of "Young Hollywood."

July 4, 2001: Scary Movie 2 release

On July 4, 2001, Anna Faris reprised her role as Cindy Campbell in "Scary Movie 2".

2002: Starring in The Hot Chick

In 2002, Anna Faris starred alongside Rob Schneider and Rachel McAdams in the comedy "The Hot Chick," which was a modest commercial success.

2003: Role in Lost in Translation and Scary Movie 3

In 2003, Anna Faris appeared in "Lost in Translation" opposite Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson and reprised her role in "Scary Movie 3".

2003: Lost in Translation

In 2003, Anna Faris starred in Sofia Coppola's drama "Lost in Translation," which she felt allowed her to showcase her body of work, and she also played Cindy Campbell in "Scary Movie 3".

June 2004: Marriage to Ben Indra

In June 2004, Anna Faris married actor Ben Indra.

2004: Friends Debut

In 2004, Anna Faris debuted on the last season of the sitcom "Friends" in the recurring role of Erica.

2004: Recurring Role in Friends

In 2004, Anna Faris had a recurring role as Erica in the final season of the NBC sitcom "Friends".

2004: Maxim's "Hot 100" List

In 2004, Anna Faris was listed as No. 57 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100."

2005: Brokeback Mountain and Just Friends

In 2005, Anna Faris appeared in "Brokeback Mountain" and also starred in the comedies "Waiting..." and "Just Friends" alongside Ryan Reynolds.

2005: Brokeback Mountain Role

In 2005, Anna Faris filmed a small part in Ang Lee's drama "Brokeback Mountain", receiving a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her performance.

2005: Starring in Waiting... and Just Friends

In 2005, Anna Faris starred in the comedies "Waiting..." and "Just Friends" alongside Ryan Reynolds, earning nominations for an MTV Movie Award and two Teen Choice Awards for the latter.

April 14, 2006: Scary Movie 4 Premiere

On April 14, 2006, Anna Faris starred in "Scary Movie 4", marking her fourth and final time playing Cindy Campbell.

2006: Scary Movie 4 and My Super Ex-Girlfriend

In 2006, Anna Faris appeared in "Scary Movie 4", marking her final appearance in the series, and also starred in "My Super Ex-Girlfriend" alongside Uma Thurman and Luke Wilson.

April 2007: Filing for Divorce

In April 2007, Anna Faris filed for divorce from Ben Indra, citing irreconcilable differences.

November 30, 2007: Mama's Boy Premiere

On November 30, 2007, Anna Faris's film "Mama's Boy" premiered to lukewarm critical and commercial responses.

2007: Filming Take Me Home Tonight

In 2007, Anna Faris filmed the retro comedy, "Take Me Home Tonight," which was released four years later, on March 4, 2011.

2007: Starring in Smiley Face

In 2007, Anna Faris starred in the independent stoner comedy "Smiley Face," receiving positive reviews for her performance as Jane F.

2007: Starring in Smiley Face and Stony Award

In 2007, Anna Faris starred in the stoner comedy "Smiley Face", earning her the "Stonette of the Year" prize at High Times magazine's Stony Awards.

February 2008: Divorce Settlement

In February 2008, Anna Faris and Ben Indra finalized their divorce agreement, with Faris paying Indra $900,000 and other assets.

August 22, 2008: Release of The House Bunny

On August 22, 2008, "The House Bunny", starring Anna Faris, was released in the US, earning US$70 million in its global theatrical run.

2008: Starring in The House Bunny

In 2008, Anna Faris starred in the comedy "The House Bunny" as Shelley, a former Playboy bunny, receiving favorable reviews for her performance.

July 9, 2009: Marriage to Chris Pratt

On July 9, 2009, Anna Faris married Chris Pratt in a small ceremony in Bali, Indonesia.

2009: Appearance in Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel

In 2009, Anna Faris appeared in the British science fiction-comedy "Frequently Asked Questions About Time Travel", playing Cassie, a girl from the future.

2009: Voice Roles in Film Series

In 2009, Anna Faris began providing voice-over roles in the film series "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" and "Alvin and the Chipmunks."

2009: Observe and Report, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and Alvin and the Chipmunks

In 2009, Anna Faris co-starred in the black comedy "Observe and Report", voiced roles in "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs", and "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel".

2009: Reflecting on Scary Movie Experience

In 2009, Anna Faris reflected on her experience in "Scary Movie", noting that it served as a "great boot camp" for her career.

2009: Recognition in Sexiest Women Lists

In 2009, Anna Faris was ranked No. 39 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100" and No. 60 in FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World."

December 17, 2010: Release of Yogi Bear

On December 17, 2010, Anna Faris starred in the animated live-action film "Yogi Bear" as a nature documentary filmmaker.

2010: Cosmo's Fun Fearless Female of the Year

In 2010, Anna Faris was named "the Cosmo's Fun Fearless Female of the Year" by Cosmopolitan magazine.

2010: Continued Recognition in Sexiest Women Lists

In 2010, Anna Faris was ranked No. 42 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100" and No. 96 on FHM's "100 Sexiest Women in the World."

March 4, 2011: Release of Take Me Home Tonight

On March 4, 2011, the retro comedy "Take Me Home Tonight", filmed in 2007, was released, and Anna Faris received a Teen Choice Award nomination.

April 2011: Revelation of Breast Implants

In April 2011, Anna Faris revealed she had breast implants in an interview with The New Yorker, stating it was related to her divorce.

September 30, 2011: Release of What's Your Number?

On September 30, 2011, "What's Your Number?", starring and executive produced by Anna Faris, was released.

December 16, 2011: Release of Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked

On December 16, 2011, Anna Faris reprised her voice-over role in "Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked".

2011: Starring in What's Your Number?

In 2011, Anna Faris starred in and executive produced "What's Your Number?", a retro comedy. She also obtained a Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice Movie Actress.

2011: Final Appearance in Maxim's "Hot 100"

In 2011, Anna Faris was ranked No. 44 in Maxim magazine's "Hot 100."

May 2012: Red Robin training video

In May 2012, Anna Faris mentioned appearing in a training video for Red Robin.

August 25, 2012: Birth of Son Jack

On August 25, 2012, Anna Faris and Chris Pratt's son, Jack, was born prematurely.

2012: The Dictator and Star of the Year Award

In 2012, Anna Faris co-starred in the political satire "The Dictator" and earned the Star of the Year Award at the National Association of Theatre Owners.

September 23, 2013: Debut of Mom

On September 23, 2013, Anna Faris obtained the main role of Christy in the CBS sitcom series Mom, which gave Faris her first full-time television role.