Career Timeline of Elle Fanning: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Elle Fanning made an impact.
Elle Fanning is an American actress notable for her work in both independent films and blockbuster movies. She has received several accolades, including a National Board of Review Award. Additionally, she has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award and three Golden Globe Awards, demonstrating her critical acclaim and recognition within the entertainment industry.
2001: Debut in I Am Sam
In 2001, Elle Fanning made her film debut as the younger version of her sister Dakota Fanning's character in the drama film I Am Sam.
2002: Role in Daddy Day Care
In 2002, at the age of 4, Elle Fanning won her first role independent of her sister in the comedy Daddy Day Care.
2003: Role in Daddy Day Care
In 2003, Elle Fanning played a role as a child actress in Daddy Day Care.
2003: Appearance in Because of Winn-Dixie
Late in 2003, Elle Fanning appeared in Because of Winn-Dixie in the small role of Sweetie Pie Thomas.
2004: Role of Mei in My Neighbor Totoro
In 2004, Elle Fanning performed the voiceover role of Mei in the English-dubbed version of Hayao Miyazaki's animated film My Neighbor Totoro.
2005: Filming scenes in Charlotte's Web and Babel
In early and mid-2005, Elle Fanning filmed scenes in Charlotte's Web (scenes not included in final cut) and played Debbie in Babel.
2006: Role in Babel
In 2006, Elle Fanning played a role as a child actress in Babel.
2006: Various Film and TV Appearances
In early and mid-2006, Elle Fanning filmed scenes in The Nines and Déjà Vu. She also filmed The Lost Room and appeared on House: MD and Criminal Minds.
October 2007: Filming The Nutcracker in 3D
From July through October 2007, Elle Fanning appeared in The Nutcracker in 3D, playing Mary.
March 2008: Departure from My Sister's Keeper
In March 2008, Elle Fanning and her sister Dakota were scheduled to star in My Sister's Keeper, but the opportunity fell through when Dakota learned she would have to shave her head.
2008: Role in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
In 2008, Elle Fanning played a role as a child actress in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.
March 2009: Release of Phoebe in Wonderland
Phoebe in Wonderland, starring Elle Fanning as the title role Phoebe, was released in March 2009.
April 2009: Casting in Somewhere
In April 2009, it was reported that Elle Fanning would be starring in Sofia Coppola's 2010 film Somewhere.
2010: Leading Role in Somewhere
In 2010, Elle Fanning gained recognition with a leading role in the independent film Somewhere.
2010: Somewhere Release and Golden Lion Award
In 2010, Elle Fanning starred in the movie Somewhere. The film was released during the awards season and won the Golden Lion at the 67th Venice Film Festival.
2010: Release of The Nutcracker in 3D
The Nutcracker in 3D, in which Elle Fanning played Mary, was released in late 2010.
June 10, 2011: Release of Super 8
On June 10, 2011, the film Super 8, starring Elle Fanning, was released, and she was cited as one of the film's best aspects.
December 2011: Appearance in We Bought a Zoo
In December 2011, Elle Fanning appeared in Cameron Crowe's We Bought a Zoo as Lily.
2011: Leading Role in Super 8
In 2011, Elle Fanning played leading role in the science fiction film Super 8.
September 2012: Starring in Ginger & Rosa
In September 2012, Elle Fanning starred as Ginger in the drama film Ginger & Rosa.
October 19, 2012: Release of Ginger & Rosa
On October 19, 2012, the film Ginger & Rosa, starring Elle Fanning, was released and she received widespread acclaim for her performance.
2012: Mature Role in Ginger & Rosa
In 2012, Elle Fanning transitioned her career taking mature roles in the period drama Ginger & Rosa.
2014: Portrayal of Princess Aurora in Maleficent
In 2014, Elle Fanning reached wider audiences with her portrayal of Princess Aurora in the fantasy film Maleficent.
2014: Roles in Maleficent, Young Ones, and Low Down
In 2014, Elle Fanning starred alongside Angelina Jolie in Maleficent, appeared in Young Ones, and starred in Low Down.
2015: Roles in Trumbo and 3 Generations
In 2015, Elle Fanning co-starred in Trumbo and starred in 3 Generations.
May 2016: Premiere of The Neon Demon at Cannes Film Festival
In May 2016, The Neon Demon, in which Elle Fanning appeared as Jesse, had its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival.
June 24, 2016: Release of The Neon Demon
On June 24, 2016, The Neon Demon, featuring Elle Fanning, was released but performed poorly at the box office.
October 8, 2016: Premiere of 20th Century Women at New York Film Festival
On October 8, 2016, 20th Century Women, featuring Elle Fanning, had its world premiere at the New York Film Festival.
December 25, 2016: Release of Live by Night
On December 25, 2016, Elle Fanning co-starred in Ben Affleck's Prohibition-era drama Live by Night, which was released.
December 28, 2016: Limited Release of 20th Century Women
On December 28, 2016, 20th Century Women, featuring Elle Fanning, began a limited release.
2016: Roles in The Neon Demon and 20th Century Women
In 2016, Elle Fanning took mature roles in the psychological horror film The Neon Demon and the coming-of-age dramedy 20th Century Women.
2017: Various Film Appearances
In 2017, Elle Fanning appeared in The Vanishing of Sidney Hall, How to Talk to Girls at Parties, The Beguiled, and Mary Shelley. She also appeared in Grouplove's music video for Good Morning.
2017: Role in The Beguiled
In 2017, Elle Fanning played a mature role in the Southern Gothic thriller The Beguiled.
January 21, 2018: Premiere of I Think We're Alone Now at Sundance
On January 21, 2018, I Think We're Alone Now, starring Elle Fanning, had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.
March 10, 2018: Premiere of Galveston at South by Southwest
On March 10, 2018, Galveston, starring Elle Fanning, had its world premiere at South by Southwest.
September 14, 2018: Release of I Think We're Alone Now
On September 14, 2018, I Think We're Alone Now, starring Elle Fanning, was released.
September 2018: Premiere of Teen Spirit at Toronto International Film Festival
In September 2018, Teen Spirit, starring Elle Fanning, had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
April 5, 2019: Release of Teen Spirit
On April 5, 2019, Teen Spirit, starring Elle Fanning, was released.
October 2019: Reprising Role of Aurora in Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
In October 2019, Elle Fanning reprised the role of Aurora in Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.
2019: Portrayal of Princess Aurora in Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
In 2019, Elle Fanning portrayed Princess Aurora in the fantasy film Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.
May 2020: Premiere of The Great on Hulu
In May 2020, the historical comedy series The Great, starring and executive produced by Elle Fanning, premiered on Hulu.
2020: Portrayal of Catherine the Great in The Great
In 2020, Elle Fanning portrayed Catherine the Great in the Hulu period satire series The Great.
2022: Portrayal of Michelle Carter in The Girl from Plainville
In 2022, Elle Fanning portrayed Michelle Carter in the Hulu limited series The Girl from Plainville.
2022: Starring in The Girl from Plainville
In 2022, Elle Fanning starred in the Hulu miniseries The Girl from Plainville, playing Michelle Carter.
December 2023: Broadway Acting Debut in Appropriate
In December 2023, Elle Fanning made her official Broadway acting debut in the Branden Jacobs-Jenkins play Appropriate.
2023: Broadway Debut in Appropriate
In 2023, Elle Fanning made her Broadway debut in the Branden Jacobs-Jenkins play Appropriate.
June 2024: Announcement to Lead Predator: Badlands
In June 2024 it was announced that Elle Fanning would lead the next installment of The Predator franchise, Predator: Badlands.
2024: Role in A Complete Unknown and National Board of Review Award
In 2024, Elle Fanning portrayed Sylvie Russo in the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, for which she earned the National Board of Review Award for Best Supporting Actress.
May 2025: Announcement of Role in The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
In May 2025, it was announced Elle Fanning would play a younger version of Effie Trinket in the 2026 film, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
2025: Role in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
In 2025, Elle Fanning stars in Hideo Kojima's video game, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, as the character Tomorrow and features in the game's soundtrack.
2025: Role in Sentimental Value
In 2025, Elle Fanning took a supporting part as a Hollywood actress in Joachim Trier's family drama Sentimental Value.
2026: Release of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
In 2026, Elle Fanning will play a younger version of Effie Trinket in the film, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.
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