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 known 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: Nomination for 28 Days Later Performance

In 2004, Cillian Murphy received a nomination for Breakthrough Male Performance at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in "28 Days Later".

2005: Recognition for Villainous Roles

In 2005, Cillian Murphy was recognized as one of Entertainment Weekly's "Summer MVPs" for his villainous roles.

2006: MTV Movie Award Nomination

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

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July 2008: Appearance in The Dark Knight and honored with Irish Postage Stamp

In July 2008, Cillian Murphy reappeared as Scarecrow in 'The Dark Knight'. Also in July 2008, An Post, the Irish Post Office, released a series of stamps honoring films produced in Ireland, including one featuring Murphy in 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley'.

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2011: Performance in Misterman, and starring in Retreat and In Time

In 2011, Cillian Murphy performed in the stage monodrama 'Misterman' and starred in the British horror film 'Retreat' and the science fiction film 'In Time'.

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2012: Starring in Red Lights, The Dark Knight Rises, and Broken

In 2012, Cillian Murphy starred in 'Red Lights' with Robert De Niro and Sigourney Weaver. Murphy also reprised his role as the Scarecrow in 'The Dark Knight Rises' and had a supporting role in the British independent film 'Broken'.

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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: Named one of Variety's most influential figures

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

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

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