Career Timeline of Brie Larson: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Brie Larson, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Brie Larson is an American actress recognized for her diverse roles, ranging from comedic performances in her youth to leading roles in both independent films and large-scale productions. She has received an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award, solidifying her status in the film industry. In 2019, Time magazine acknowledged her influence by including her in their list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
1998: Acting Career Debut
In 1998, Brie Larson began her acting career with a comedy sketch on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
2000: Cast in Schimmel
In 2000, Brie Larson was cast in the Fox sitcom Schimmel, which was canceled before airing.
2001: Major Role in Raising Dad
In 2001, Brie Larson's first major role came as Emily in the WB sitcom Raising Dad.
2003: Lost Key Role in Thirteen
In 2003, Brie Larson lost out on a key role in the film Thirteen.
2003: Starred in Right on Track
In 2003, Brie Larson starred alongside Beverley Mitchell in the Disney Channel film Right on Track.
2003: Recorded Invisible Girl
In 2003, after failing to get cast in Peter Pan, Brie Larson wrote and recorded a song titled Invisible Girl, which received airplay on KIIS-FM.
2004: Minor Roles in Comedies
In 2004, Brie Larson played minor roles in the comedies Sleepover and 13 Going on 30.
2005: Release of Album Finally Out of P.E.
In 2005, Brie Larson briefly pursued a music career, releasing her album Finally Out of P.E.
2006: Cast in Hoot
In 2006, Brie Larson was cast in the comedy film Hoot alongside Logan Lerman and Cody Linley.
2006: Supporting Role in Hoot
In 2006, Larson had a supporting role in the comedy film Hoot.
2007: Launched Bunnies and Traps and Lost Role in Juno
In 2007, Brie Larson launched an arts and literature magazine, Bunnies and Traps, and she lost out on a key role in the film Juno.
2009: Appeared in United States of Tara
In 2009, Brie Larson appeared in United States of Tara.
2009: Started in United States of Tara and Tanner Hall
In 2009, Brie Larson began playing Kate Gregson in the Showtime comedy-drama series United States of Tara and starred in Tanner Hall.
2010: Our Town and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
In 2010, Brie Larson appeared in Our Town at the Williamstown Theatre Festival and featured in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.
2010: Supporting Role in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
In 2010, Larson played a supporting role in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.
2011: United States of Tara Ended
Brie Larson starred in United States of Tara until 2011.
2011: Rampart and Emotional Intensity
In 2011, Brie Larson played the troubled daughter of a corrupt cop in the drama Rampart, finding the role emotionally intense.
2011: Cancellation of United States of Tara
In 2011, the show United States of Tara, starring Brie Larson, was canceled after three seasons.
2012: Supporting Role in 21 Jump Street
In 2012, Brie Larson appeared in the supporting role for the movie 21 Jump Street.
2012: Expanded into Filmmaking and Starred in 21 Jump Street
In 2012, Brie Larson co-wrote and co-directed the short film The Arm, which won a special jury prize at the Sundance Film Festival, and starred in 21 Jump Street.
2013: Breakthrough Role in Short Term 12
In 2013, Brie Larson had her breakthrough with a leading role in the independent drama Short Term 12.
2013: Starred in Short Term 12, Don Jon, and The Spectacular Now
In 2013, Larson starred in the films "Short Term 12", "Don Jon", and "The Spectacular Now".
2015: Academy Award for Room
In 2015, Brie Larson won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the drama Room.
2015: Starred in Trainwreck and Room
In 2015, Larson starred in the films "Trainwreck" and "Room".
2017: Feature Film Directorial Debut
In 2017, Brie Larson made her feature film directorial debut with the independent comedy-drama Unicorn Store.
2017: First Big-Budget Release and Directorial Debut
In 2017, Kong: Skull Island marked Brie Larson's first big-budget release. She also made her feature film directorial debut with the independent comedy-drama Unicorn Store.
2019: Starring as Captain Marvel
In 2019, Brie Larson starred as Captain Marvel in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, beginning with Captain Marvel.
2019: Starred in Captain Marvel and Avengers: Endgame
In 2019, Larson starred in the films "Captain Marvel" and "Avengers: Endgame".
2020: Primetime Emmy Award for The Messy Truth VR Experience
In 2020, Brie Larson won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Interactive Program for producing the virtual reality series The Messy Truth VR Experience.
2020: Started a YouTube Channel
In 2020, Larson launched her own YouTube channel and hosted a podcast named Learning Lots alongside actress Jessie Ennis.
2023: Nominated for Primetime Emmy for Lessons in Chemistry
In 2023, Larson starred in the miniseries Lessons in Chemistry, for which she was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress.
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