Chris Columbus (filmmaker)'s Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Chris Columbus (filmmaker).
Chris Columbus is an American filmmaker known for directing commercially successful family-friendly and comedy films. He began his career writing screenplays for movies like *Gremlins*, *The Goonies*, and *Young Sherlock Holmes*. Columbus achieved directorial success with *Adventures in Babysitting* but gained widespread recognition directing *Home Alone* and *Home Alone 2: Lost in New York*, establishing him as a prominent figure in family entertainment.
November 16, 1990: Home Alone Theatrical Release
On November 16, 1990, Home Alone, directed by Chris Columbus, was released to theaters, achieving commercial success.
1990: Home Alone's Release
In 1990, Chris Columbus directed the highly successful Christmas comedy Home Alone, gaining widespread recognition.
November 20, 1992: Home Alone 2: Lost in New York Release
On November 20, 1992, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, directed by Chris Columbus, was released to mixed reviews but strong box office results.
1992: Home Alone 2: Lost in New York's Release
In 1992, Chris Columbus directed Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, a sequel to the successful Christmas comedy.
November 1993: Release of Mrs. Doubtfire
In November 1993, Mrs. Doubtfire, directed by Chris Columbus and starring Robin Williams, was released by 20th Century Fox to mixed and positive reception.
1993: Mrs. Doubtfire's Box Office Success
In 1993, The comedy Mrs. Doubtfire, starring Robin Williams, became another box office success for Chris Columbus.
November 4, 2001: Premiere of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
On November 4, 2001, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone premiered at the Odeon Leicester Square in London to critical and commercial success, directed by Chris Columbus.
2001: Directing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
In 2001, Chris Columbus directed the film adaptation of J.K. Rowling's novel, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, achieving commercial success.
November 15, 2002: Release of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
On November 15, 2002, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, directed by Chris Columbus, was released to theaters.
2002: Directing Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
In 2002, Chris Columbus directed Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, the sequel to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
2003: BAFTA Awards Nominations for Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
In 2003, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, directed by Chris Columbus, garnered nominations for Best Production Design, Best Sound, and Best Special Visual Effects at the BAFTA Awards.
May 31, 2004: Premiere of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
On May 31, 2004, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, produced by Chris Columbus, premiered in the United Kingdom.
2011: Producing The Help and Academy Award Nomination
In 2011, Chris Columbus produced the drama The Help, which received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.
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