Cillian Murphy's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Cillian Murphy. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Cillian Murphy is a highly acclaimed Irish actor recognized for his versatile performances across stage and screen. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Globe Award, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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

2004: Nominated for Awards for 28 Days Later

In 2004, Cillian Murphy was nominated for Best Newcomer at the 8th Empire Awards and Breakthrough Male Performance at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in 28 Days Later.

2005: Acting in Red Eye and Breakfast on Pluto

In 2005, Cillian Murphy appeared in the thriller Red Eye and the comedy-drama Breakfast on Pluto, earning a Golden Globe nomination for the latter.

2005: Recognition for Villainous Roles

In 2005, Cillian Murphy received recognition for his villainous roles. Entertainment Weekly ranked him among its "Summer MVPs".

2005: Starred in Breakfast on Pluto

In 2005, Cillian Murphy starred as Patrick/"Kitten" Braden in Neil Jordan's comedy-drama Breakfast on Pluto, based on the novel of the same title. Murphy was nominated for a Golden Globe Award and won an Irish Film and Television Academy Best Actor Award for his performance.

2006: Nomination for Best Villain

In 2006, Cillian Murphy received a nomination for Best Villain at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in Batman Begins.

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2006: Starred in The Wind That Shakes the Barley

In 2006, Cillian Murphy starred in The Wind That Shakes the Barley, which won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival and became the most successful Irish independent film at the Irish box office. He won GQ magazine's Actor of the Year award for his work in the film.

July 2008: Appearance on Irish Postage Stamp

In July 2008, Cillian Murphy was featured on an Irish postage stamp as part of a series honoring Irish films, with the stamp depicting him in a still from 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley'.

2011: Starring in Misterman, Retreat, and In Time

In 2011, Cillian Murphy performed in the stage monodrama 'Misterman', earning critical acclaim. He also played the lead in the British horror film 'Retreat' and appeared in the science fiction film 'In Time'.

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2015: Named one of GQ's 50 best-dressed men

In 2015, Cillian Murphy was named one of GQ's 50 best-dressed men.

2023: Most Influential Figures of 2023

Following the success of Oppenheimer and the Barbenheimer phenomenon, Cillian Murphy was named in Variety's list of the most influential figures of 2023 in the entertainment and media industry.

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2023: Starring in Oppenheimer and Winning Awards

In 2023, Cillian Murphy portrayed J. Robert Oppenheimer in Nolan's Oppenheimer, for which he won the BAFTA and Academy Award for Best Actor.

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2023: Portraying J. Robert Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer

In 2023, Cillian Murphy portrayed J. Robert Oppenheimer in the biographical thriller 'Oppenheimer'. The film was a box-office success and garnered positive reviews, with Murphy winning several awards for his performance.

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