Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Chad Michael Murray
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Chad Michael Murray made an impact.
Chad Michael Murray is an American actor, writer, and model best known for his role as Lucas Scott in the television series One Tree Hill. He has also had notable recurring roles in popular shows such as Gilmore Girls (as Tristin DuGray), Dawson's Creek (as Charlie Todd), and Riverdale (as Edgar Evernever). Murray's career highlights his presence in teen dramas and his continued work in the entertainment industry.
1999: Move to Hollywood
In 1999, Chad Michael Murray moved to Hollywood after being encouraged by an agent he met at a modeling convention. He subsequently got a manager and began modeling.
2000: Early Television Roles
In 2000, Chad Michael Murray guest starred in "Undressed" and was cast as Tristin DuGray in "Gilmore Girls", marking his entry into television.
2001: Early Television and Film Roles
In 2001, Chad Michael Murray was cast in the television pilot 'Murphy's Dozen', appeared in the film 'Megiddo: The Omega Code 2' as David Alexander, and took on the recurring role of Charlie Todd in the television series 'Dawson's Creek'.
October 3, 2002: Appearance on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
On October 3, 2002, Chad Michael Murray appeared on an episode of "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" during its third season, marking another early television role for the actor.
September 23, 2003: Debut of One Tree Hill
On September 23, 2003, Chad Michael Murray starred as Lucas Scott in "One Tree Hill," which premiered on The WB. The series became a major success and earned him multiple Teen Choice Award nominations.
2003: Early Roles in Television and Film
In 2003, Chad Michael Murray appeared in the TV film "A Long Way Home", played the lead role in "The Lone Ranger" TV movie, and starred in the film "Freaky Friday" alongside Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis.
May 6, 2005: Release of House of Wax
On May 6, 2005, Chad Michael Murray co-starred in the horror film "House of Wax", which was released theatrically.
December 6, 2006: Test Release of Home of the Brave
On December 6, 2006, the film "Home of the Brave," starring Chad Michael Murray alongside Samuel L. Jackson, Jessica Biel, and 50 Cent, had a test release in theaters.
2006: Network Merger and Continued Success of One Tree Hill
In 2006, The WB merged with rival UPN to become The CW, and "One Tree Hill," starring Chad Michael Murray, continued with impressive ratings.
April 17, 2007: Limited Theatrical Release of Home of the Brave
On April 17, 2007, Chad Michael Murray's film "Home of the Brave" had a limited theatrical release.
May 2009: Departure from One Tree Hill
In May 2009, it was reported that Chad Michael Murray would not be returning to "One Tree Hill" for its seventh season. The reason for his departure was debated.
October 3, 2010: Premiere of Lies in Plain Sight
On October 3, 2010, Chad Michael Murray played the role of Ethan McAllister in the drama television film "Lies in Plain Sight", which aired on Lifetime.
August 29, 2011: Return to One Tree Hill Announced
On August 29, 2011, The CW announced that Chad Michael Murray would return for a guest appearance as Lucas Scott in the final season of "One Tree Hill."
November 2011: Everlast Released
In November 2011, Chad Michael Murray authored the graphic novel 'Everlast'.
February 22, 2012: One Tree Hill Guest Appearance
On February 22, 2012, Chad Michael Murray's guest appearance as Lucas Scott aired as part of the concluding ninth season of "One Tree Hill."
March 11, 2012: Premiere of To Write Love on Her Arms
On March 11, 2012, the biographical drama film "To Write Love on Her Arms," starring Chad Michael Murray as Jamie Tworkowski, premiered at the Omaha Film Festival, winning the Encore Award.
April 27, 2012: Premiere of The Carrier
On April 27, 2012, Chad Michael Murray played the role of Thatcher in the short film "The Carrier," which premiered at the USA Film Festival.
October 9, 2013: Casting in Chosen
On October 9, 2013, it was announced that Chad Michael Murray would join the action-thriller series "Chosen" on Crackle.
December 13, 2013: Release of A Madea Christmas
On December 13, 2013, Chad Michael Murray played the role of Tanner McCoy in the comedy film "A Madea Christmas", which was released theatrically.
2013: Film Roles in 2013
In 2013, Chad Michael Murray played Officer Ingram in "Fruitvale Station", and Andy Wyrick in "The Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia". He also appeared in two episodes of "Southland".
February 7, 2014: Limited Theatrical Release of Cavemen
On February 7, 2014, Chad Michael Murray played the role of Jay in the comedy film "Cavemen", which had a limited theatrical release.
April 15, 2014: Premiere of Chosen Season 3
On April 15, 2014, Chad Michael Murray played the lead role of Jacob Orr in the third season of the action-thriller series Chosen, which was released on Crackle.
August 29, 2014: Casting in Agent Carter
On August 29, 2014, it was announced that Chad Michael Murray was cast as Agent Jack Thompson in the ABC spy thriller series "Agent Carter", part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
October 3, 2014: Release of Left Behind
On October 3, 2014, Chad Michael Murray co-starred as Cameron "Buck" Williams in the apocalyptic thriller film "Left Behind", which was released.
January 6, 2015: Premiere of Agent Carter Season 1
On January 6, 2015, the first season of "Agent Carter", starring Chad Michael Murray as Agent Jack Thompson, premiered on ABC.
March 3, 2015: Limited Theatrical Release of To Write Love on Her Arms
On March 3, 2015, the film "To Write Love on Her Arms", starring Chad Michael Murray, received a limited theatrical release.
2015: Guest Starring and Film Roles in 2015
In 2015, Chad Michael Murray guest starred on "Scream Queens" and starred in "Other People's Children". He lost 25 lbs to portray a homeless heroin addict in the latter role.
January 19, 2016: Premiere of Agent Carter Season 2
On January 19, 2016, the second season of "Agent Carter", starring Chad Michael Murray, premiered on ABC.
March 14, 2016: Cast in Million Dollar Quartet
On March 14, 2016, it was reported that Chad Michael Murray was cast to star as Sam Phillips in the CMT biographical drama series "Million Dollar Quartet."
February 23, 2017: Premiere of Sun Records
On February 23, 2017, the eight-episode miniseries previously titled "Million Dollar Quartet", now titled "Sun Records", starring Chad Michael Murray, premiered.
November 2017: American Drifter Released
In November 2017, Chad Michael Murray released 'American Drifter: An Exhilarating Tale of Love and Murder', a romantic thriller co-authored with Heather Graham.
August 27, 2018: Cast in Star
On August 27, 2018, Chad Michael Murray was cast in a recurring role as Xander McPherson in the third season of the musical drama 'Star'.
February 8, 2019: Cast in Riverdale
On February 8, 2019, Chad Michael Murray was cast in a recurring role as Edgar Evernever in the third season of 'Riverdale'.
February 14, 2020: Camp Cold Brook Premieres
On February 14, 2020, the horror film 'Camp Cold Brook', in which Chad Michael Murray played the male lead Jack, received a limited theatrical release.
June 1, 2022: Cast in Sullivan's Crossing
On June 1, 2022, it was announced that Chad Michael Murray was cast as the male lead Cal Jones in the drama series 'Sullivan's Crossing'.
March 19, 2023: Sullivan's Crossing Premieres
On March 19, 2023, the Canadian series 'Sullivan's Crossing', in which Chad Michael Murray starred as Cal Jones, premiered on CTV.
April 14, 2024: Sullivan's Crossing Season 2 Premieres
On April 14, 2024, the second season of 'Sullivan's Crossing', starring Chad Michael Murray, premiered.
May 9, 2024: Mother of the Bride Released
On May 9, 2024, the Netflix film 'Mother of the Bride', featuring Chad Michael Murray, was released and reached Netflix's Top 10 in numerous countries.
June 2024: Sullivan's Crossing Renewed
In June 2024, it was announced that the show 'Sullivan's Crossing', featuring Chad Michael Murray, had been renewed for a third season.
July 18, 2024: Photo Published from Freakier Friday Set
On July 18, 2024, Disney published a photo of Chad Michael Murray as Jake on set of 'Freakier Friday'.
October 2024: Executive Producer for Bills Docuseries
In October 2024, Chad Michael Murray signed on to executive produce a docuseries about the Buffalo Bills fanbase, titled “Just One Before I Die,” alongside Andre Reed.
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