Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Bryan Cranston

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bryan Cranston made an impact.

Bryan Cranston is a celebrated American actor renowned for his versatility in comedic and dramatic roles across stage and screen. He's garnered significant recognition, including multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, a Laurence Olivier Award, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Tony Awards. He has also received nominations for an Academy Award and a BAFTA Award, solidifying his status as a highly accomplished and respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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

April 2014: Cranston Presents at Broadway Cares Event

In April 2014, Bryan Cranston presented at the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Easter Bonnet Competition, after raising donations at his Broadway show All the Way.

November 2017: Cranston stars in Network play

In November 2017, Bryan Cranston portrayed Howard Beale in the play Network, an adaptation of the 1976 film.

October 2018: Cranston voices Ford commercials

In October 2018, Bryan Cranston became the voice for a new series of Ford commercials featuring the tagline 'Built Ford Proud'.

December 6, 2018: Network Opens on Broadway

On December 6, 2018, the play Network, starring Bryan Cranston, opened at the Belasco Theatre on Broadway. Cranston received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Howard Beale.

July 2019: Release of Dos Hombres Mezcal

In July 2019, Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul announced the release of their signature mezcal, Dos Hombres.

2020: Cranston stars in The One and Only Ivan

In 2020, Bryan Cranston starred as Mack in the Disney film The One and Only Ivan and he also had the lead role in the miniseries Your Honor.

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2022: Cranston reprises Walter White in Better Call Saul

In 2022, Bryan Cranston reprised his role as Walter White during the final season of the Breaking Bad prequel series Better Call Saul.

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2023: Cranston's PopCorners Super Bowl commercial

In 2023, Bryan Cranston reprised his role as Walter White alongside Aaron Paul and Raymond Cruz in a Super Bowl LVII commercial for PopCorners.

2025: Cranston to Return to Stage in All My Sons

In 2025, it was announced that Bryan Cranston would return to the stage in an Ivo van Hove directed production of Arthur Miller's All My Sons at the West End's Wyndham's Theatre.