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Anne Hathaway

Anne Hathaway is a highly successful American actress recognized with prestigious awards like an Academy Award, BAFTA, and Golden Globe. Her films have collectively earned over $6.8 billion globally. In 2015, she ranked among the highest-paid actresses worldwide, solidifying her status as a major figure in the film industry.

3 hours ago : Anne Hathaway shines at 'Mother Mary' premiere, stealing the show with dazzling jewelry.

Anne Hathaway attended the 'Mother Mary' premiere, captivating with her style and over $100,000 worth of jewelry. The movie stars Hathaway and Michaela Coel, though reviews mention a ludicrous pop star drama.

1900: Publication of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

In 1900, L. Frank Baum's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, which Anne Hathaway later recorded as an audiobook, was published.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated First Edition): 100th Anniversary OZ Collection
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated First Edition): 100th Anniversary OZ Collection

November 12, 1982: Anne Hathaway's Birth

On November 12, 1982, Anne Jacqueline Hathaway was born. She later became an American actress known for her versatile roles and accolades.

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1988: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

In 1988, the movie "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" was released; in 2019, Anne Hathaway co-starred in a remake of this movie called "The Hustle".

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1990: Original 'The Witches' film

In 1990, the original movie 'The Witches' was released, and in 2020 Anne Hathaway starred in an adaptation of this movie.

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1993: Study at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts

In 1993, Anne Hathaway studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, marking a significant step in her formal acting training.

1998: Singing at Carnegie Hall

In 1998, Anne Hathaway sang soprano with the All-Eastern U.S. High School Honors Chorus at Carnegie Hall, showcasing her early talent in music.

1999: Cast in 'Get Real' series

In 1999, Anne Hathaway was cast in the Fox television series 'Get Real' shortly after her performance at Carnegie Hall, launching her television career.

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1999: Being John Malkovich

In 1999, Being John Malkovich was released and became one of Anne Hathaway's favorite films.

2000: 'Get Real'

In 2000, Anne Hathaway continued her role in the television series 'Get Real', further establishing her presence in the industry.

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2001: Breakthrough Star

Due to the success of 'The Princess Diaries', People magazine named Anne Hathaway one of its breakthrough stars of 2001.

2001: Breakthrough in 'The Princess Diaries'

In 2001, Anne Hathaway had her breakthrough role as the lead in the Disney comedy 'The Princess Diaries', launching her into mainstream recognition.

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2001: Filming 'The Princess Diaries'

In 2001, Anne Hathaway missed her first college semester to film her cinematic debut, 'The Princess Diaries', demonstrating her commitment to her acting career.

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2001: The Princess Diaries release

In 2001, Anne Hathaway starred in "The Princess Diaries".

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February 2002: New York City Stage Debut in 'Carnival!'

In February 2002, Anne Hathaway made her New York City stage debut in the City Center Encores! concert production of 'Carnival!', playing Lili. She received praise for her performance.

2002: Voice role in 'The Cat Returns'

In 2002, Anne Hathaway voiced Haru Yoshioka for the English version of 'The Cat Returns', a Japanese animated film.

2003: Turning down 'The Phantom of the Opera'

In 2003, Anne Hathaway turned down the role of Christine Daaé in 'The Phantom of the Opera' because its production schedule conflicted with 'The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement'.

August 2004: Release of 'The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement'

In August 2004, 'The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement', starring Anne Hathaway, was released to negative reviews but was a box office success.

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2004: Starring in 'Ella Enchanted'

In 2004, Anne Hathaway starred in the family film 'Ella Enchanted', continuing to build her career in family-friendly roles.

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2005: Role in 'Brokeback Mountain'

In 2005, Anne Hathaway played Lureen, the wife of Jack Twist, in the drama 'Brokeback Mountain'. The film received critical acclaim.

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2005: Brokeback Mountain release

In 2005, Anne Hathaway starred in "Brokeback Mountain".

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2005: Starring in 'Havoc'

In 2005, Anne Hathaway starred in the drama 'Havoc' as a spoiled socialite, featuring nudity. The film did not have a theatrical release in the United States due to poor reception.

2005: Transition to mature roles with 'Brokeback Mountain'

In 2005, Anne Hathaway transitioned to more mature roles with her appearance in the drama 'Brokeback Mountain', showcasing her range as an actress.

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July 2006: Volunteer Work in Nicaragua

In July 2006, Anne Hathaway spent a week in Nicaragua to help vaccinate children against hepatitis A.

2006: Success with 'The Devil Wears Prada'

In 2006, Anne Hathaway achieved significant commercial success with the comedy-drama 'The Devil Wears Prada', where she played an assistant to a fashion magazine editor.

2006: The Devil Wears Prada release

In 2006, Anne Hathaway starred in "The Devil Wears Prada".

2007: Discussed experiencing depression

In 2007, Anne Hathaway discussed experiencing depression during her teenage years, claiming that she eventually overcame it without medication.

2007: Starring in 'Becoming Jane'

In 2007, Anne Hathaway starred in the biographical romantic drama 'Becoming Jane' as Jane Austen. She prepared extensively for the role and received a British Independent Film Award nomination.

January 2008: Face of Lancôme

In January 2008, Anne Hathaway joined Lancôme as the face of their fragrance "Magnifique".

June 2008: Investigation of Raffaello Follieri

In June 2008, Anne Hathaway's then-boyfriend, Raffaello Follieri, was investigated by the IRS for failure to file required nonprofit information forms.

October 2008: Hosting Saturday Night Live and Starring in Get Smart

In October 2008, Anne Hathaway hosted an episode of NBC's Saturday Night Live. She also starred in the film adaptation of "Get Smart" as Agent 99, learning martial arts and dancing for the role. Despite an injury during filming, the movie was financially successful. She also starred in Rachel Getting Married and Passengers in October 2008.

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October 2008: Sentencing of Raffaello Follieri

In October 2008, Anne Hathaway's then-boyfriend, Raffaello Follieri, was sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of defrauding investors.

2008: Support for Barack Obama

In 2008, Anne Hathaway attended the Democratic National Convention in support of Barack Obama.

2008: Started smoking

In 2008, Anne Hathaway began smoking after a stressful summer and the end of her relationship with Follieri.

2008: Nomination for 'Rachel Getting Married'

In 2008, Anne Hathaway earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as a recovering addict in the drama 'Rachel Getting Married'.

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2008: Commercial success in 'Get Smart'

In 2008, Anne Hathaway experienced further commercial success with the comedy 'Get Smart', adding to her diverse filmography.

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2008: Overcoming Depression and Anxiety

In 2008, Anne Hathaway shared that she had grown from her struggles with depression and anxiety as a teenager, highlighting her personal growth.

2008: Get Smart and Rachel Getting Married release

In 2008, Anne Hathaway starred in "Get Smart" and "Rachel Getting Married".

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2008: Honored for Philanthropy

In 2008, Anne Hathaway was honored at Elle's Women in Hollywood tribute and won an award from the Human Rights Campaign for her philanthropy; she was also honored for her work with Step Up Women's Network.

2008: "Hottest young actress in Hollywood"

In 2008, Catherine Elsworth called Anne Hathaway "the hottest young actress in Hollywood".

2009: Religious Beliefs as a Work in Progress

In 2009, Anne Hathaway described her religious beliefs as 'a work in progress', reflecting on her evolving spiritual journey.

2009: Starring in 'Bride Wars'

In 2009, Anne Hathaway starred in the romance film 'Bride Wars', expanding her roles in romantic comedies.

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2009: Starring in Bride Wars and Twelfth Night

In 2009, Anne Hathaway starred in the romantic comedy Bride Wars alongside Kate Hudson, which was a critical failure but a financial success. In the summer of 2009, she also played Viola in a production of Twelfth Night at the Delacorte Theater in New York City, receiving a Drama Desk Award nomination.

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2009: Included on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list

In 2009, Anne Hathaway was included on Forbes' annual Celebrity 100 list with earnings of $7 million, and was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

December 2010: Hosting the Nobel Peace Prize Concert

In December 2010, Anne Hathaway, along with Denzel Washington, hosted the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, Norway.

2010: Valentine's Day and Alice in Wonderland

In 2010, Anne Hathaway appeared in Valentine's Day, a commercially successful romantic comedy. She also played the White Queen in Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland, which grossed $1 billion.

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2010: Roles in 'Valentine's Day' and 'Love & Other Drugs'

In 2010, Anne Hathaway appeared in two romance films: 'Valentine's Day' and 'Love & Other Drugs', continuing her presence in the genre.

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2010: Valentine's Day, Alice in Wonderland, Love and Other Drugs release

In 2010, Anne Hathaway starred in "Valentine's Day", "Alice in Wonderland", and "Love and Other Drugs".

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2010: Alice in Wonderland

In 2010, Anne Hathaway starred in the fantasy film Alice in Wonderland.

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2010: Teamed Up with World Bank on The Girl Effect

In 2010, Anne Hathaway teamed up with the World Bank in a two-year development program called The Girl Effect, which focuses on helping empower girls in developing and developed nations.

2010: Voice-Over Emmy and The Simpsons

In 2010, Anne Hathaway won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for "Once Upon a Time in Springfield" episode of The Simpsons.

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2010: Won Primetime Emmy Award for The Simpsons

In 2010, Anne Hathaway won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance for her voice role in an episode of "The Simpsons".

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2011: Face of Tod's

In 2011, Anne Hathaway became the new face of the Italian company Tod's.

2011: Voice acting in Family Guy

In 2011, Anne Hathaway voiced different characters in Family Guy.

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2011: Named one of the 50 Most Beautiful Women in Film

In 2011, Los Angeles Times Magazine listed Anne Hathaway as one of the 50 Most Beautiful Women in Film.

September 29, 2012: Married Adam Shulman

On September 29, 2012, Anne Hathaway married actor and businessman Adam Shulman in a traditional Jewish ceremony in Big Sur. They sold their wedding photo and donated the profits to the same-sex marriage advocacy group Freedom to Marry, and later hosted the group's National Engagement Party, which raised $500,000.

2012: Support for Barack Obama

In 2012, Anne Hathaway again supported Barack Obama during the United States presidential election.

2012: Les Misérables

In 2012, Anne Hathaway portrayed Fantine in Les Misérables. She won several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, for her performance.

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2012: Starring in 'The Dark Knight Rises' and Winning an Academy Award for 'Les Misérables'

In 2012, Anne Hathaway starred as Catwoman in her highest-grossing film, 'The Dark Knight Rises', and won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the musical 'Les Misérables'.

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2012: The Dark Knight Rises and Les Misérables release

In 2012, Anne Hathaway starred in "The Dark Knight Rises" and "Les Misérables".

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2012: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Audiobook and The Dark Knight Rises

In 2012, Anne Hathaway's audiobook recording of L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz was released, earning her an Audie Award nomination. She also played Selina Kyle / Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises, which was a critical and commercial success.

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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated First Edition): 100th Anniversary OZ Collection
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated First Edition): 100th Anniversary OZ Collection

January 2013: I Dreamed a Dream on Billboard Hot 100

In January 2013, Anne Hathaway's rendition of "I Dreamed a Dream" reached number 69 on the Billboard Hot 100.

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2013: Don Jon and Song One

In 2013, Anne Hathaway appeared briefly in Don Jon and starred in and co-produced Song One, playing an anthropology student. She also provided her voice for the song "Afraid of Heights" for the film's soundtrack.

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2013: Narration for Girl Rising

In 2013, Anne Hathaway provided the narration for Girl Rising, a CNN documentary film about female education.

2013: Accusations of being annoying during awards acceptance speeches

In 2013, Anne Hathaway was accused by media commentators of being "annoying" and making "awkward" jokes during her awards acceptance speeches for Les Misérables.

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January 2014: Premiere of Song One at Sundance Film Festival

In January 2014, Song One, starring and co-produced by Anne Hathaway, premiered at the 30th Sundance Film Festival in the U.S. Dramatic Competition.

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2014: Started eating fish again

In 2014, Anne Hathaway began eating fish again after being vegan.

2014: Rio 2 and Interstellar

In 2014, Anne Hathaway reprised her role as Jewel in Rio 2 and starred in Christopher Nolan's Interstellar as NASA scientist Amelia Brand, which was filmed using IMAX cameras.

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2014: Interstellar release

In 2014, Anne Hathaway starred in "Interstellar".

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2014: Description of Anne Hathaway's Persona

In 2014, John Hiscock of The Daily Telegraph described Anne Hathaway as a "well-grounded, friendly young woman".

2015: Lip Sync Battle and The Intern

In 2015, Anne Hathaway appeared on Lip Sync Battle, competing against Emily Blunt, and starred in The Intern alongside Robert De Niro. The Intern received generally positive reviews and was a commercial success.

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2015: Struggles finding serious roles

In 2015, Anne Hathaway mentioned that after her breakthrough in The Princess Diaries, she struggled to find roles that were serious.

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2015: The Intern release

In 2015, Anne Hathaway starred in "The Intern".

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2015: Starring in 'The Intern'

In 2015, Anne Hathaway starred in the film 'The Intern', showcasing her versatility in comedy-drama roles.

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2015: Suffered a miscarriage

In 2015, Anne Hathaway suffered a miscarriage.

2015: One of the world's highest-paid actresses

In 2015, Anne Hathaway was one of the world's highest-paid actresses.

2015: Highest-Paid Actresses

In 2015, Anne Hathaway was recognized as one of the world's highest-paid actresses, marking a peak in her career earnings.

March 2016: Birth of son Jonathan

In March 2016, Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman's son, Jonathan, was born.

2016: Continued Alice role, Streisand collaboration, and Colossal release

In 2016, Anne Hathaway reprised her role as the White Queen in "Alice Through the Looking Glass", the sequel to "Alice in Wonderland". She also performed the song "At The Ballet" with Barbra Streisand and Daisy Ridley for Streisand's album. Additionally, she starred in the science fiction black comedy "Colossal", which received positive reviews but had a low box office earning.

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2016: Colossal release

In 2016, Anne Hathaway starred in "Colossal".

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2016: Support for Hillary Clinton

In 2016, Anne Hathaway supported the campaign of Hillary Clinton during that year's presidential election, appearing at a benefit concert in New York City.

2016: Appointed UN Women Goodwill Ambassador

In 2016, Anne Hathaway was appointed UN Women Goodwill ambassador based on her advocacy for gender equality.

2016: North American Premiere of Be My Cat: A Film for Anne at Nashville Film Festival

In 2016, the film Be My Cat: A Film for Anne, about an aspiring filmmaker who goes to extremes to get Anne Hathaway to star in his film, had its North American premiere at the Nashville Film Festival.

2017: Among the highest-grossing actresses of the 21st century

Since 2017, Anne Hathaway has been among the highest-grossing actresses of the 21st century.

July 2018: Film Gross Revenue

As of July 2018, Anne Hathaway's films had grossed $6.7 billion worldwide.

October 2018: Quit drinking alcohol

In October 2018, Anne Hathaway quit drinking alcohol and has since described herself as sober.

November 2018: Nominee for New Jersey Hall of Fame

In November 2018, Anne Hathaway was one of 50 nominees for the New Jersey Hall of Fame.

2018: Collaboration with Time's Up initiative

In 2018, Anne Hathaway collaborated with 300 women in Hollywood to set up the Time's Up initiative to protect women from harassment and discrimination.

2018: Ocean's 8 release

In 2018, Anne Hathaway starred in "Ocean's 8".

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2018: Starring in 'Ocean's 8'

In 2018, Anne Hathaway starred in 'Ocean's 8', contributing to a successful ensemble cast in this heist film.

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2018: Overlooked performances

In 2018, an Esquire writer mentioned that many of Anne Hathaway's good performances have been overlooked.

2018: Original Belgian film Mothers' Instinct released

In 2018, the original Belgian film, Mothers' Instinct was released. In 2024, Anne Hathaway co-starred in the remake of this movie.

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May 2019: Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

In May 2019, Anne Hathaway received a motion pictures star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to the film industry.

November 2019: Birth of son Jack

In November 2019, Anne Hathaway and Adam Shulman's son, Jack, was born.

2019: Starring in 'The Hustle'

In 2019, Anne Hathaway starred in 'The Hustle', adding another comedy to her filmography.

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2019: Starring in 'Serenity', 'The Hustle', 'Modern Love', and 'Dark Waters'

In 2019, Anne Hathaway starred in the thriller "Serenity" and the comedy "The Hustle", both of which received poor reviews. She also appeared in an episode of "Modern Love" and played a supporting role in the legal drama "Dark Waters", which garnered positive attention for her performance.

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2020: Starring in 'The Last Thing He Wanted' and 'The Witches'

In 2020, Anne Hathaway starred in "The Last Thing He Wanted", which received negative reviews, and "The Witches", which received mixed reviews and earned her a Golden Raspberry Award nomination.

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2020: Support for Joe Biden

In 2020, Anne Hathaway supported Democratic candidate Joe Biden during the United States presidential election.

2021: Starring in 'Locked Down' and 'Solos'

In 2021, Anne Hathaway starred in the heist film "Locked Down", which premiered on HBO Max, and also appeared in an episode of the Amazon Prime Video anthology series "Solos".

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2022: Support for Ukraine

In 2022, Anne Hathaway expressed her support for the people of Ukraine in response to the Russian invasion, donating to organizations like the Ukrainian Red Cross Society and UNICEF.

2022: Starring in 'WeCrashed'

In 2022, Anne Hathaway starred in the miniseries 'WeCrashed', showcasing her acting abilities in a television format.

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2023: Praised Berlin Film Festival for Featuring Zelenskyy

In 2023, Anne Hathaway praised the Berlin International Film Festival for featuring Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who gave a televised speech during the opening ceremony.

2023: Starring in 'Eileen' and 'She Came to Me'

In 2023, Anne Hathaway starred as emotionally troubled psychiatrists in the movies "Eileen", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and "She Came to Me", which was released at the Berlin International Film Festival.

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2024: Release of 'Mothers' Instinct' and 'The Idea of You'

In 2024, Anne Hathaway starred in "Mothers' Instinct", a remake of a Belgian film where she played a grieving mother, and "The Idea of You", where she played a divorced mother in a romance with a younger pop star. Her performance in "The Idea of You" was particularly praised.

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2024: Starring in 'The Idea of You'

In 2024, Anne Hathaway starred in the film 'The Idea of You', continuing to take on diverse roles in her career.

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2024: Support for Kamala Harris

In 2024, Anne Hathaway supported Kamala Harris in the United States presidential election.

January 2026: Upcoming roles

As of January 2026, Anne Hathaway is set to star in 'Mother Mary', reprise her role in 'The Devil Wears Prada 2', lead 'The End of Oak Street', reunite with Christopher Nolan in 'The Odyssey', star in an adaptation of 'Verity', and appear in 'Alone at Dawn'.

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