Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Emily Blunt
How Emily Blunt built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Emily Blunt is a highly acclaimed British actress known for her versatile performances in both comedic and dramatic roles. She has received numerous awards and nominations, including a Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Awards. She has also been nominated for an Academy Award and multiple British Academy Film Awards. In 2020, Forbes recognized her as one of the world's highest-paid actresses, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
November 2001: Professional Acting Debut in The Royal Family
In November 2001, at age 18, Emily Blunt made her professional acting debut in Peter Hall's West End production of 'The Royal Family', playing the granddaughter of Judi Dench's character.
2001: Acting Debut
In 2001, Emily Blunt made her professional acting debut in a stage production of 'The Royal Family', marking the beginning of her acting career.
2003: Screen Debut and Catherine Howard Role
In 2003, Emily Blunt made her screen debut in the British television drama 'Boudica' and was praised for her performance as Queen Catherine Howard in 'Henry VIII'.
2003: Portrayal of Catherine Howard
In 2003, Emily Blunt portrayed Catherine Howard in the television miniseries 'Henry VIII', gaining recognition for her screen presence.
2004: Feature Film Debut
In 2004, Emily Blunt made her feature film debut in the drama 'My Summer of Love', starting her journey in film acting.
2004: Theatrical Film Debut in My Summer of Love
In 2004, Emily Blunt made her theatrical film debut in Pawel Pawlikowski's 'My Summer of Love', receiving considerable attention and critical praise for her performance as Tamsin.
2004: Starred in My Summer of Love
In 2004, Emily Blunt starred in My Summer of Love, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2006: Started Working with American Institute for Stuttering
In 2006, Emily Blunt began working with the American Institute for Stuttering to support children with stuttering, eventually joining the board of directors.
2006: Breakthrough Roles
In 2006, Emily Blunt had her breakthrough with starring roles in 'Gideon's Daughter' and 'The Devil Wears Prada', significantly raising her profile.
2006: International Breakthrough
In 2006, Emily Blunt had her international breakthrough, co-starring in 'Gideon's Daughter' and 'The Devil Wears Prada'.
2006: Starred in The Devil Wears Prada
In 2006, Emily Blunt starred in The Devil Wears Prada, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2008: Sunshine Cleaning and The Great Buck Howard
In 2008, Emily Blunt starred in 'Sunshine Cleaning' and 'The Great Buck Howard', with 'Sunshine Cleaning' premiering at the Sundance Film Festival to positive reviews.
2008: Starred in Sunshine Cleaning
In 2008, Emily Blunt starred in Sunshine Cleaning, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2009: Leading Role in 'The Young Victoria'
In 2009, Emily Blunt played a leading role in 'The Young Victoria', further establishing her as a prominent actress.
2009: Portrayal of Queen Victoria
In 2009, Emily Blunt portrayed Queen Victoria in 'The Young Victoria', earning critical accolades and a Golden Globe nomination.
2010: Supporting Role in The Wolfman and Missed Opportunity
In 2010, Emily Blunt played a supporting role in the period horror film 'The Wolfman' and missed the opportunity to play Black Widow in 'Iron Man 2' due to contractual obligations.
November 2011: Ambassador for Yves Saint Laurent Opium
In November 2011, Emily Blunt was named the ambassador of the Yves Saint Laurent fragrance Opium, marking her entry into the world of brand endorsements.
2011: Starred in Your Sister's Sister
In 2011, Emily Blunt starred in Your Sister's Sister, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2012: Acted in Snow White and the Huntsman
In 2012, Emily Blunt co-starred in Snow White and the Huntsman. The film served as a prequel and sequel to Snow White and the Huntsman.
2012: Leading Role in 'Looper'
In 2012, Emily Blunt played a leading role in the science fiction film 'Looper', showcasing her versatility in different genres.
2012: Starring in The Five-Year Engagement and Looper
In 2012, Emily Blunt starred in 'The Five-Year Engagement' and 'Looper', receiving positive reviews for her performances.
2014: Starred in Edge of Tomorrow and Won Critics' Choice Movie Award
In 2014, Emily Blunt starred in "Edge of Tomorrow", a film adaptation of the Japanese novel "All You Need Is Kill". She played Sergeant Rita Vrataski and won the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Actress in an Action Movie for her performance.
2014: Leading Roles in 'Edge of Tomorrow' and 'Into the Woods'
In 2014, Emily Blunt starred in 'Edge of Tomorrow' and 'Into the Woods', highlighting her success in action and musical films.
2014: Starred in Edge of Tomorrow and Into the Woods
In 2014, Emily Blunt starred in Edge of Tomorrow and Into the Woods, some of her critically acclaimed films.
2015: Acclaim for 'Sicario'
In 2015, Emily Blunt received critical acclaim for her role as an FBI agent in the crime film 'Sicario'.
2015: Starred in Sicario and nominated for Critics' Choice Movie Award
In 2015, Emily Blunt starred in the crime thriller "Sicario", playing FBI agent Kate Macer. The film competed at the Cannes Film Festival, and Blunt received praise for her performance and was nominated for a Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Actress in an Action Movie.
2016: Starred in The Huntsman: Winter's War and The Girl on the Train
In 2016, Emily Blunt co-starred in "The Huntsman: Winter's War" and headlined "The Girl on the Train", based on Paula Hawkins's novel. She received praise for her performance in "The Girl on the Train" and was nominated for a BAFTA Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award.
2016: Starred in The Girl on the Train
In 2016, Emily Blunt starred in The Girl on the Train, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2017: Voiced characters in animated films
In 2017, Emily Blunt provided her voice for the animated films "My Little Pony: The Movie" and "Animal Crackers".
2018: A Quiet Place Premiered
In 2018, "A Quiet Place", starring Emily Blunt, premiered as the opening night film at the South by Southwest film festival and received critical acclaim.
2018: Starred in A Quiet Place and Mary Poppins Returns
In 2018, Emily Blunt starred in A Quiet Place and Mary Poppins Returns, some of her critically acclaimed films.
2018: SAG Award for 'A Quiet Place'
In 2018, Emily Blunt won a SAG Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'A Quiet Place', directed by her husband John Krasinski.
2020: Guest-starred in Some Good News and starred in Wild Mountain Thyme
In 2020, Emily Blunt guest-starred in her husband John Krasinski's web series "Some Good News" and starred in the romantic drama "Wild Mountain Thyme", which received poor reviews, particularly for her Irish accent.
2020: Highest-Paid Actresses
In 2020, Emily Blunt was ranked by Forbes as one of the highest-paid actresses in the world, highlighting her financial success and recognition in the entertainment industry.
2021: Starred in A Quiet Place Part II and Jungle Cruise
In 2021, Emily Blunt reprised her role in "A Quiet Place Part II" and starred alongside Dwayne Johnson in "Jungle Cruise".
2021: Starred in A Quiet Place Part II
In 2021, Emily Blunt starred in A Quiet Place Part II, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2022: Role in 'The English'
In 2022, Emily Blunt starred in the miniseries 'The English', expanding her television roles.
2023: Acted in Oppenheimer and Pain Hustlers
In 2023, Emily Blunt portrayed Katherine Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's biographical film "Oppenheimer", receiving critical acclaim and her first Academy Award nomination. She also starred in the Netflix crime drama "Pain Hustlers", which received poor reviews.
2023: Starred in Oppenheimer
In 2023, Emily Blunt starred in Oppenheimer, one of her critically acclaimed films.
2023: Academy Award Nomination for 'Oppenheimer'
In 2023, Emily Blunt was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her portrayal of Katherine Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer'.
2024: Starred in The Fall Guy and IF
In 2024, Emily Blunt starred with Ryan Gosling in "The Fall Guy" and had a voice role in "IF", a live-action animated fantasy film.
February 2025: Upcoming projects in February 2025
As of February 2025, Emily Blunt has filmed "The Smashing Machine" and will star in Steven Spielberg's untitled science fiction film.
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