History of Greta Gerwig in Timeline
Greta Gerwig is an American actress, screenwriter, and director who rose to prominence through her work in mumblecore films. She has transitioned from acting and co-writing in independent projects to directing larger studio productions. Her influence was recognized when she was included in the Time 100 list of most influential people in 2018, highlighting her impact on the film industry.
August 4, 1983: Greta Gerwig Born
On August 4, 1983, Greta Celeste Gerwig was born. She is an American actress, screenwriter, and film director.
2002: High School Graduation
In 2002, Greta Gerwig graduated from St. Francis High School, an all-girls Catholic school in Sacramento.
2006: Cast in LOL and Appeared in Baghead
In 2006, Greta Gerwig was cast in a minor role in Joe Swanberg's LOL and appeared in Baghead by Jay and Mark Duplass.
2007: Hannah Takes the Stairs
In 2007, Greta Gerwig began her career working with Joe Swanberg on films such as Hannah Takes the Stairs.
2008: Depression and Return to Acting Classes
In 2008, Greta Gerwig experienced a period of depression and decided to return to acting classes to further her career.
2008: Nights and Weekends
In 2008, Greta Gerwig shared both writing and directing duties on Nights and Weekends.
2010: Greenberg
In 2010, Greta Gerwig collaborated with her husband Noah Baumbach on films, including Greenberg.
2010: Greenberg and Jimmy Kimmel Live!
In 2010, Greta Gerwig starred in Noah Baumbach's Greenberg and made her first talk show appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.
2011: Damsels in Distress
In 2011, Greta Gerwig acted in Whit Stillman's Damsels in Distress.
2011: Damsels in Distress and The Corrections
In 2011, Greta Gerwig starred in Whit Stillman's comedy Damsels in Distress and was cast as a lead in an HBO pilot adaptation of The Corrections.
2011: Athena Film Festival Award
In 2011, Greta Gerwig won an award from the Athena Film Festival for her artistry.
September 2012: Frances Ha Festival Circuit
Since September 2012, Frances Ha toured the festival circuit.
2012: To Rome with Love
In 2012, Greta Gerwig appeared in Woody Allen's film To Rome with Love.
2012: Frances Ha and To Rome With Love
In 2012, Greta Gerwig collaborated with Noah Baumbach on Frances Ha, for which she received a Golden Globe Award nomination, and she appeared in Woody Allen's To Rome with Love.
May 2013: Frances Ha Released
In May 2013, Frances Ha, co-written by Gerwig and Baumbach and starring Gerwig, was released after touring the festival circuit. Gerwig received a Golden Globe nomination for her performance.
February 2014: Berlin International Film Festival Jury Member
In February 2014, Greta Gerwig served as a jury member at the 64th Berlin International Film Festival.
May 2014: Stage Debut in The Village Bike
In May 2014, Greta Gerwig made her stage debut as Becky in Penelope Skinner's The Village Bike at the Lucille Lortel Theatre in New York, earning praise for her performance and a nomination for the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Actress.
August 2015: Mistress America Release
In August 2015, Greta Gerwig's third collaboration with Baumbach, Mistress America, was released to generally positive reviews.
2015: China, IL
From 2011 to 2015, Greta Gerwig voiced Pony in the Adult Swim animated series China, IL.
2015: Mistress America and Maggie's Plan
In 2015, Greta Gerwig collaborated with Noah Baumbach on Mistress America and acted in Rebecca Miller's Maggie's Plan.
2015: Maggie's Plan Premiere
In 2015, Greta Gerwig's starring role in Rebecca Miller's Maggie's Plan premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, receiving positive reviews.
2016: Jackie and 20th Century Women
In 2016, Greta Gerwig acted in Pablo Larraín's Jackie and Mike Mills' 20th Century Women.
2016: Supporting Roles in Jackie and 20th Century Women
In 2016, Greta Gerwig played supporting roles in Jackie and 20th Century Women, earning acclaim and a Critics' Choice Movie Award nomination for the latter.
November 2017: Lady Bird Theatrical Release
In November 2017, Greta Gerwig's solo directorial debut, Lady Bird, was theatrically released, receiving critical acclaim.
December 2017: Lady Bird "Rotten" Review
In December 2017, Lady Bird received its first "rotten" review after a record-breaking streak of 196 positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
2017: Lady Bird
In 2017, Greta Gerwig wrote and directed Lady Bird, earning Academy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay.
June 2018: Directing Little Women
In June 2018, it was announced that Greta Gerwig would direct a new film adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's novel Little Women.
2018: Isle of Dogs
In 2018, Greta Gerwig acted in Wes Anderson's Isle of Dogs.
2018: Academy Award Nomination for Best Director
In 2018, Greta Gerwig's nomination for Best Director at the 90th Academy Awards for Lady Bird made her the first woman in eight years to be nominated in that category.
March 2019: Birth of First Son
In March 2019, Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach had their first son.
December 2019: Little Women Released
In December 2019, Greta Gerwig's Little Women was released to widespread critical acclaim.
2019: Lady Bird Rotten Tomatoes
As of 2019, Lady Bird had a 99% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
2019: Little Women
In 2019, Greta Gerwig wrote and directed Little Women, earning a nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay.
November 2021: Snow White Screenplay
In November 2021, it was reported that Greta Gerwig had done work on the screenplay for Disney's upcoming live-action film Snow White.
2022: White Noise and Barbie
In 2022, Greta Gerwig co-starred in White Noise and finished filming Barbie.
February 2023: Birth of Second Son
In February 2023, Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach had their second son.
July 2023: Chronicles of Narnia
In July 2023, it was reported that Greta Gerwig was hired by Netflix to write and direct two film adaptations of C. S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia book series.
July 21, 2023: Barbie Theatrical Release
On July 21, 2023, Greta Gerwig's fantasy comedy Barbie was released theatrically.
2023: Barbie
In 2023, Greta Gerwig co-wrote and directed Barbie, which grossed over $1 billion worldwide and earned her a second Academy Award nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay.
October 2024: Theatrical Release Concerns
In October 2024, Greta Gerwig raised concerns about the Chronicles of Narnia adaptation, recommending to the Netflix chairman, Dan Lin, that it should have a theatrical release in addition to being on the streamer.
2024: Cannes Film Festival Jury President
In 2024, Greta Gerwig presided over the feature film jury for the Official Competition of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first American female director to take on the role.
November 2026: IMAX Release of Chronicles of Narnia
In November 2026, the adaptation of the Chronicles of Narnia will receive an exclusive IMAX release.
