Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Daniel Radcliffe
Discover the career path of Daniel Radcliffe, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Daniel Radcliffe is an English actor best known for his role as Harry Potter in the film series of the same name. He gained international fame at the age of twelve when he was cast in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) and starred in all eight films, concluding with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011).
1999: Acting Debut
In 1999, Daniel Radcliffe made his acting debut at age ten in BBC One's adaptation of 'David Copperfield'.
2000: Audition for Harry Potter
In 2000, Daniel Radcliffe auditioned for the role of Harry Potter in the film adaptation of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' after meeting producer David Heyman.
2001: Release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
In 2001, 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' was released, marking a significant moment in Daniel Radcliffe's career and receiving positive reviews.
2001: Film Debut
In 2001, Daniel Radcliffe made his film debut in 'The Tailor of Panama'.
2001: First Harry Potter Film Release
In 2001, Daniel Radcliffe rose to fame with the release of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone', the first film in the Harry Potter series, where he played the title character.
2002: Stage Debut
In 2002, Daniel Radcliffe made his stage debut as a celebrity guest in a West End production of 'The Play What I Wrote'.
2004: Release of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
In 2004, 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban' was released, the third film in the Harry Potter series. Radcliffe's performance was critized by A.O. Scott.
2005: Release of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
In 2005, 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire', the fourth Harry Potter film, was released, becoming the second-highest-grossing film in the series at that point.
2005: Filming of December Boys
In 2005, the Australian family drama 'December Boys', which starred Daniel Radcliffe, was shot.
February 2007: Opening of Equus in West End
Equus opened on 27 February 2007 in West End, starring Daniel Radcliffe.
March 2007: Signing for Final Harry Potter Films
In March 2007, Daniel Radcliffe signed on for the final 'Harry Potter' films, ending speculation about his return due to his role in 'Equus'.
September 2007: Release of December Boys
In September 2007, the Australian family drama 'December Boys', which was shot in 2005, was released to theaters.
2007: Stage Acting Debut
In 2007, Daniel Radcliffe branched out into stage acting, starring in the West End production of 'Equus'.
2007: Co-starring in My Boy Jack
In 2007, Daniel Radcliffe co-starred with Carey Mulligan in 'My Boy Jack', a television drama film.
2007: Publishing Poems
In 2007, Daniel Radcliffe published several poems under the pen name Jacob Gershon in Rubbish magazine.
September 2008: Equus on Broadway
In September 2008, 'Equus' transferred to Broadway, with Daniel Radcliffe continuing in the lead role.
2008: Donated Old Glasses to Holocaust Exhibit
In 2008, Daniel Radcliffe donated his old glasses to an exhibit honoring victims of the Holocaust.
July 2009: Release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
In July 2009, 'Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince', the sixth film in the series, was released. Radcliffe received nominations for his performance.
2009: Filmed PSAs for The Trevor Project
In 2009, Daniel Radcliffe began filming public service announcements for The Trevor Project, promoting awareness of gay teen suicide prevention.
November 2010: Release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1
In November 2010, 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1' was released, grossing $960 million.
2010: Endorsed Nick Clegg in General Election
In 2010, Daniel Radcliffe endorsed Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg in the general election.
2010: Advocated for Equal Rights
In a 2010 interview, Daniel Radcliffe stressed the importance of public figures advocating for equal rights and spoke out against homophobia.
2010: Voice Acting in The Simpsons
In late 2010, Daniel Radcliffe voiced a character in 'The Simpsons' episode "Treehouse of Horror XXI".
July 2011: Release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2
In July 2011, 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2' was released, grossing over $1.3 billion worldwide and receiving critical acclaim.
2011: Broadway Debut in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe debuted as J. Pierrepont Finch in a Broadway revival of 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'.
2011: Broadway Musical Debut
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe returned to Broadway in the musical 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying', earning a Grammy Award nomination.
2011: Harry Potter Film Series Conclusion
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the final installment of the Harry Potter film series, 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2'.
2011: Presented at Gypsy of the Year Competition
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe was a presenter at the Gypsy of the Year competition and auctioned off items for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
2011: Hero Award from the Trevor Project
In 2011, Daniel Radcliffe was awarded the Hero Award by the Trevor Project for his advocacy with LGBTQ youth.
January 2012: Departure from How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
On 1 January 2012, Daniel Radcliffe left the Broadway production of 'How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying'.
February 2012: Release of The Woman in Black
In February 2012, Daniel Radcliffe's first post-Harry Potter project, the horror film 'The Woman in Black', was released.
2012: Acting in The Woman in Black
In 2012, Daniel Radcliffe expanded his film roles, acting in the horror film 'The Woman in Black'.
2013: Portrayal of Allen Ginsberg
In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed Allen Ginsberg in the biopic 'Kill Your Darlings'.
2013: Starred in 'Kill Your Darlings', 'The F Word', and 'Horns'
In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe starred as Allen Ginsberg in 'Kill Your Darlings', featured in 'The F Word', and played a role in 'Horns'. All three films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival that year.
2013: Won WhatsOnStage Award for 'The Cripple of Inishmaan'
In 2013, Daniel Radcliffe won the WhatsOnStage Award for Best Actor in a Play for his lead role as Billy Claven in 'The Cripple of Inishmaan'.
2014: Opposed Scottish Independence Referendum
In 2014, Daniel Radcliffe opposed the Scottish independence referendum, expressing support for British unionism.
2014: Broadway Role in 'The Cripple of Inishmaan'
In 2014, Daniel Radcliffe took on a Broadway role in Martin McDonagh's drama 'The Cripple of Inishmaan'.
2015: Endorsed Jeremy Corbyn's Labour Leadership Campaign
In 2015, Daniel Radcliffe endorsed Jeremy Corbyn's Labour Party leadership campaign.
2015: Starred in 'Victor Frankenstein' and 'The Gamechangers'
In 2015, Daniel Radcliffe starred as Igor in 'Victor Frankenstein', a science fiction horror film. He also played Sam Houser in 'The Gamechangers', a biographical drama.
2016: Roles in Swiss Army Man and Now You See Me 2
In 2016, Daniel Radcliffe acted in the surreal drama 'Swiss Army Man' and the thriller 'Now You See Me 2'.
2016: Starred in 'Now You See Me 2'
In 2016, Daniel Radcliffe appeared in 'Now You See Me 2', playing a technological prodigy and the son of Arthur Tressler.
2016: Starred in 'Swiss Army Man'
In 2016, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed Manny, a talkative corpse, in the indie film 'Swiss Army Man'.
2017: London Revival of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
In 2017, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the London revival of Tom Stoppard's 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead'.
2017: Starred in 'Privacy' and 'Jungle'
In 2017, Daniel Radcliffe starred off-Broadway in 'Privacy' and as Yossi Ghinsberg in the thriller 'Jungle'.
2018: Starred in 'Beast of Burden' and 'The Lifespan of a Fact'
In 2018, Daniel Radcliffe portrayed a pilot in 'Beast of Burden' and returned to Broadway in 'The Lifespan of a Fact'.
May 2019: Grossing of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2
As of May 2019, 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2' was the 11th-highest-grossing film of all time.
2019: Starring in Miracle Workers
From 2019 to 2023, Daniel Radcliffe played multiple roles in the anthology comedy series 'Miracle Workers'.
2019: Starred in 'Miracle Workers' and 'Playmobil: The Movie'
In 2019, Daniel Radcliffe starred as Craig in the TBS comedy series 'Miracle Workers' and voiced Rex Dasher in the animated film 'Playmobil: The Movie'.
January 2020: Premiered in Season 2 of 'Miracle Workers'
In January 2020, the second season of 'Miracle Workers', starring Daniel Radcliffe, premiered.
June 2020: Voiced support for the Transgender Community
In June 2020, Daniel Radcliffe penned an essay published by The Trevor Project in which he voiced support for the transgender community amid controversy surrounding J.K. Rowling's remarks on gender identity.
2020: Starring in Endgame
In 2020, Daniel Radcliffe starred in the London revival of Samuel Beckett's 'Endgame'.
January 2022: Reunited with Harry Potter cast for 'Return to Hogwarts'
In January 2022, Daniel Radcliffe reunited with the cast of the Harry Potter films for the HBO Max special 'Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts'.
November 2022: Started in 'Merrily We Roll Along'
In November 2022, Daniel Radcliffe started acting in the New York Theatre Workshop revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along'.
December 2022: Opened in 'Merrily We Roll Along'
In December 2022, Daniel Radcliffe opened in the New York Theatre Workshop revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along'.
2022: Roles in The Lost City and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
In 2022, Daniel Radcliffe appeared in the comedy 'The Lost City' and portrayed "Weird Al" Yankovic in the musical parody 'Weird: The Al Yankovic Story'.
January 2023: Continued run of 'Merrily We Roll Along'
In January 2023, Daniel Radcliffe continued his run in the New York Theatre Workshop revival of 'Merrily We Roll Along'.
2023: Starring in Miracle Workers
From 2019 to 2023, Daniel Radcliffe played multiple roles in the anthology comedy series 'Miracle Workers'.
2023: Tony Award Win for Merrily We Roll Along
In 2023, Daniel Radcliffe starred in 'Merrily We Roll Along' on Broadway, earning him a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical and another Grammy nomination.
July 2024: Production of 'Merrily We Roll Along' Closed
In July 2024, The production of Merrily We Roll Along closed.
