History of Anna Kendrick in Timeline

Anna Kendrick is a celebrated American actress recognized for her performances in comedies and musicals, often portraying upbeat and endearing characters. Her work has garnered critical acclaim, including nominations for an Academy Award, a Tony Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. She is a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for her versatility and appeal to a wide audience.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1983: Birth of Michael Kendrick

In 1983, Anna Kendrick's older brother, Michael, was born.

August 9, 1985: Anna Kendrick's Birth

On August 9, 1985, Anna Cooke Kendrick was born in Portland, Maine. She is the daughter of Janice (Cooke) and William Kendrick.

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1998: Broadway Debut in High Society

In 1998, Anna Kendrick had her first starring role in the Broadway musical High Society, earning a Tony Award nomination.

2000: Michael Kendrick Appears in Film

In 2000, Anna Kendrick's older brother, Michael, appeared in the drama film Looking for an Echo.

2003: New York City Opera production

In 2003, Anna Kendrick had a supporting role in the New York City Opera production of Stephen Sondheim's musical A Little Night Music.

2003: Film Debut in Camp

In 2003, Anna Kendrick made her film debut in the musical comedy Camp.

2005: Release of Twilight Novel

In 2005, Stephenie Meyer's novel of the same name was released.

2007: Rocket Science

In 2007, Anna Kendrick played an ambitious high school debater in Rocket Science, earning an Independent Spirit Award nomination.

2008: Role in The Twilight Saga

In 2008, Anna Kendrick had a supporting role in The Twilight Saga, which would continue until 2011.

2008: Twilight Release

In 2008, Anna Kendrick rose to prominence in the fantasy romance Twilight.

2009: Recognition for Up in the Air

In 2009, Anna Kendrick achieved wider recognition for her role in the comedy-drama film Up in the Air, earning an Academy Award nomination.

2009: The Marc Pease Experience

In 2009, Anna Kendrick appeared in the comedy The Marc Pease Experience, in her first leading role in the crime thriller Elsewhere, and reprised her Jessica Stanley role in Twilight's sequel, New Moon.

2009: Up in the Air Release

In 2009, Anna Kendrick starred alongside George Clooney in Up in the Air, receiving critical acclaim and award nominations.

2010: Eclipse

In 2010, Anna Kendrick portrayed Jessica Stanley in the Twilight saga's third installment, Eclipse.

2010: Starring in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

In 2010, Anna Kendrick starred in the comedy Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.

2010: Membership in Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Since 2010, Anna Kendrick has been a member of the Actors' Branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

2011: End of The Twilight Saga

In 2011, Anna Kendrick completes her supporting role in The Twilight Saga.

2011: Breaking Dawn

In 2011, Anna Kendrick made her final appearance as Jessica Stanley in Twilight's fourth installment, Breaking Dawn – Part 1.

2011: Starring in 50/50

In 2011, Anna Kendrick starred in the comedy 50/50.

2012: Filming of Get a Job

Filming of Get a Job occurred in 2012 but was delayed until 2016.

2012: Starring Role in Pitch Perfect

In 2012, Anna Kendrick had a starring role in the Pitch Perfect film series, which would continue until 2017.

2012: Release of "Cups"

In 2012, Anna Kendrick sang on soundtracks for some of her films, including the single "Cups".

2012: Starring in End of Watch

In 2012, Anna Kendrick starred in the crime drama End of Watch.

2012: Multiple Film Roles

In 2012, Anna Kendrick was part of the ensemble cast of What to Expect When You're Expecting, lent her voice to ParaNorman, starred in End of Watch, and appeared in The Company You Keep.

2012: Pitch Perfect Release

In 2012, Anna Kendrick's most successful film was Pitch Perfect, where she played Beca Mitchell, receiving positive reviews.

2013: Featured in Drinking Buddies

In 2013, Anna Kendrick featured in the romantic comedy-drama Drinking Buddies, which received mostly positive reviews from critics, as well as the largely panned fantasy comedy Rapture-Palooza.

2013: Performance at Kennedy Center Honors

In 2013, Anna Kendrick sang at events including the Kennedy Center Honors.

January 2014: Sundance Film Festival

In January 2014, Anna Kendrick was featured in three films at the Sundance Film Festival: Happy Christmas, The Voices, and Life After Beth.

September 2014: Toronto International Film Festival

In September 2014, Anna Kendrick was featured in two films at the Toronto International Film Festival: The Last Five Years and Cake.

2014: Starring in Into the Woods

In 2014, Anna Kendrick starred in the musical Into the Woods.

January 2015: Cake Wide Release

In January 2015, Cake was given a wide release.

February 2015: The Last Five Years Limited Release

In February 2015, The Last Five Years received a limited release.

April 2015: Lip Sync Battle

In April 2015, Anna Kendrick competed in Lip Sync Battle against John Krasinski, performing "Steal My Girl" and "Booty", and was declared the winner.

May 2015: Pitch Perfect 2

In May 2015, Anna Kendrick reprised her role of Beca Mitchell in Pitch Perfect 2, which became a major box office success.

2015: Performance at Academy Awards

In 2015, Anna Kendrick sang at events including the Academy Awards.

2015: Mr. Right Premiere

In 2015, Mr. Right premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.

2015: The Voices Release

In early 2015, Anna Kendrick starred in the limited release of The Voices.

March 2016: Get a Job Limited Release

In March 2016, Anna Kendrick was seen in the coming-of-age film Get a Job, which received a limited release after being delayed since 2012.

April 8, 2016: Mr. Right

On April 8, 2016, Anna Kendrick starred in the action comedy Mr. Right.

August 2016: The Hollars Theatrical Release

In August 2016, Anna Kendrick starred in The Hollars, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.

November 15, 2016: Publication of Memoir Scrappy Little Nobody

On November 15, 2016, Anna Kendrick's memoir Scrappy Little Nobody was published.

2016: Likeable Image

In 2016, Allison P. Davis of The Ringer remarked that Kendrick has remained likeable by avoiding backlash commonly associated with overexposure.

2016: Starring in The Accountant

In 2016, Anna Kendrick starred in the thriller The Accountant.

2016: Publication of Scrappy Little Nobody

In 2016, Anna Kendrick's memoir, Scrappy Little Nobody, was published.

March 3, 2017: Table 19 Release

On March 3, 2017, Anna Kendrick starred in Table 19.

December 22, 2017: Pitch Perfect 3 Release

On December 22, 2017, Anna Kendrick reprised her role as Beca Mitchell in Pitch Perfect 3.

2017: End of Pitch Perfect Film Series

In 2017, Anna Kendrick completes her role in the Pitch Perfect film series.

2017: Warm Personality

In 2017, Elle writer Antonia Blyth described the actress as warm, friendly, and honest.

September 2018: A Simple Favor Release and Hilton Ads

In September 2018, Anna Kendrick starred in A Simple Favor and began appearing in advertisements for Hilton Hotels.

2018: Starring in A Simple Favor

In 2018, Anna Kendrick starred in the thriller A Simple Favor.

2019: The Day Shall Come and Noelle

In 2019, Anna Kendrick co-starred in The Day Shall Come, played the titular character in Noelle, and voiced a character in Human Discoveries.

2019: Starring in Noelle

In 2019, Anna Kendrick starred in the fantasy comedy Noelle.

April 10, 2020: Trolls World Tour Release

On April 10, 2020, Anna Kendrick reprised her role as Poppy in Trolls World Tour, released via video on-demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Starring in Dummy

In 2020, Anna Kendrick starred in the short form comedy series Dummy, receiving a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.

2020: Character Casting

In 2020, Critics said Kendrick was often cast as mean characters early in her film career. According to Ryan Gilbey of The Guardian, she is drawn towards tenacious and hyper-confident characters.

April 22, 2021: Release of Stowaway

On April 22, 2021, Anna Kendrick starred as the lead in Stowaway, a science-fiction thriller.

2023: Directorial Debut with Woman of the Hour

In 2023, Anna Kendrick made her directorial debut with the self-starring thriller Woman of the Hour.

2023: Image Breaking

In 2023, The Globe and Mail film critic Barry Hertz said the actress has spent much of her career since Pitch Perfect perfecting "the funny-perky-nerdy-but-cool-girl image", finally breaking it with 2023's Alice Darling.