Gary Oldman's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Gary Oldman.

Gary Oldman is a highly acclaimed English actor and filmmaker celebrated for his versatility and intense acting style. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award and multiple British Academy Film Awards. Oldman's films have collectively grossed over $11 billion worldwide, establishing him as one of the highest-grossing actors in cinematic history.

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

1997: Sober since 1997.

Gary Oldman has been sober since 1997, attributing his success to attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, highlighting his triumph over alcoholism.

1997: Directed Nil by Mouth

In 1997, Gary Oldman directed, produced, and wrote Nil by Mouth, a film partially based on his recollections of a child he knew in school. Nil by Mouth went on to win the BAFTA Alexander Korda Award for Best British Film and also the BAFTA Award for Best Screenplay.

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1997: Luc Besson calls Oldman one of the top five actors in the world.

In 1997, director Luc Besson lauded Gary Oldman as "one of the top five actors in the world", recognizing his immense talent and contribution to cinema.

1998: Honored at the Camerimage Film Festival.

In 1998, Gary Oldman was honored at the Camerimage Film Festival, receiving the Krzysztof Kieślowski Award for Acting, the first recipient of this award.

1999: Nil by Mouth Adjudged as One of Best British Films

In 1999, Nil by Mouth was adjudged by the British Film Institute as one of the hundred best British films of the 20th century.

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2000: Starred in The Contender

In 2000, Gary Oldman starred as Sheldon Runyon in The Contender, also acting as executive producer. He received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for his performance. However, there were claims about DreamWorks editing the film, which were refuted by Oldman's manager.

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May 2001: Guest appearance on Friends

In May 2001, Gary Oldman made a guest appearance on the NBC sitcom Friends in the two-part episode "The One With Chandler and Monica's Wedding" as Richard Crosby. He also earned a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series.

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2004: Returned to major roles

In 2004, Gary Oldman returned to major roles after a period where he was seemingly blacklisted, starring in Interstate 60 and The Hire: Beat the Devil.

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2007: Named one of Empire's "100 Sexiest Stars in Film History".

In 2007, Gary Oldman was named as one of Empire's "100 Sexiest Stars in Film History", highlighting his real-life affable demeanor in contrast to his often dark on-screen roles.

2009: Labeled the best actor never Oscar-nominated.

In 2009, Leigh Singer of The Guardian called Gary Oldman "arguably the best actor never Oscar-nominated," highlighting the lack of Academy Award recognition despite his acclaimed career.

2010: Co-starred in The Book of Eli and Red Riding Hood

In 2010, Gary Oldman co-starred in The Book of Eli with Denzel Washington and played a lead role in Red Riding Hood. He also voiced Lord Shen in Kung Fu Panda 2 and was nominated for an Annie Award.

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2011: Tribute Award from the Gotham Awards.

In 2011, Gary Oldman received a Tribute Award from the Gotham Awards, recognizing his contributions to the film industry.

2011: Starred in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

In 2011, Gary Oldman received strong reviews and earned his first Academy Award nomination and a BAFTA Award nomination for his portrayal of George Smiley in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.

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2011: Recipient of the Empire Icon Award.

In 2011, Gary Oldman received the Empire Icon Award, voted by Empire readers and presented by Colin Firth, recognizing his significant contributions to the film industry.

2012: Praised as one of the greatest living actors.

In 2012, Globe and Mail journalist Lynn Crosbie hailed Gary Oldman as one of the greatest living actors, emphasizing his versatility and critical acclaim.

2014: Received the Dilys Powell Award.

In 2014, Gary Oldman received the Dilys Powell Award For Excellence in Film by the London Film Critics.

2016: Tribute to David Bowie at the Brit Awards.

In 2016, Gary Oldman paid tribute to David Bowie at the Brit Awards in London and accepted the Brits "Icon Award" on behalf of the singer and his family.

2018: Variety Award at the British Independent Film Awards.

In 2018, Gary Oldman received the Variety Award at the British Independent Film Awards, recognizing his global impact and contributions to the film industry.

2018: Won Academy Award for Darkest Hour

In 2018, Gary Oldman won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Winston Churchill in Darkest Hour. He also won a Golden Globe Award, Critics' Choice Movie Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and BAFTA Award.

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