Challenges in the Life of Harrison Ford in a Detailed Timeline
Resilience and perseverance in the journey of Harrison Ford. A timeline of obstacles and growth.
Harrison Ford is a highly successful and iconic American actor whose career spans seven decades. He is a box-office giant, with his films grossing billions worldwide. Ford has received numerous awards and nominations, including the AFI Life Achievement Award and nominations for an Academy Award and Golden Globes, solidifying his status as a major figure in cinematic history.
1969: Chosen for Lead Role in Model Shop, Later Rejected
In 1969, French filmmaker Jacques Demy chose Harrison Ford for the lead role of his first American film, Model Shop, but he was later replaced due to studio concerns.
June 1983: Back Injury During Temple of Doom Filming
In June 1983, during the filming of Temple of Doom in London, Harrison Ford herniated a disc in his back and had to undergo surgery.
August 22, 1987: Emergency Landing in Bangor, Maine
On August 22, 1987, Harrison Ford was aboard a jet with Clint Eastwood and Sondra Locke that made an emergency landing in Bangor, Maine, due to an engine fire and stuck landing gear.
1991: Quitting Night Ride Down
In late 1991, Harrison Ford quit the film Night Ride Down over script changes, leading to Paramount Pictures shelving the project.
1998: Six Days, Seven Nights Release
In 1998, Harrison Ford starred in "Six Days, Seven Nights", a film that was critically derided and commercially disappointing.
October 23, 1999: Helicopter Crash
On October 23, 1999, Harrison Ford was involved in a helicopter crash near Santa Clarita, California, during a training flight; he and the instructor pilot were unharmed.
1999: Random Hearts Release
In 1999, Harrison Ford starred in "Random Hearts", a film that was critically derided and commercially disappointing.
2002: K-19: The Widowmaker Release
In 2002, Harrison Ford starred in and served as an executive producer for "K-19: The Widowmaker", a film that was critically derided and commercially disappointing.
2003: Hollywood Homicide Release
In 2003, Harrison Ford starred in "Hollywood Homicide", a film that was critically derided and commercially disappointing.
2004: Declined Syriana Role
In 2004, Harrison Ford declined a role in the thriller "Syriana", a role that later earned George Clooney an Oscar and a Golden Globe.
2006: Firewall Release
In 2006, Harrison Ford starred in "Firewall", a film that was critically derided and commercially disappointing.
2010: Extraordinary Measures Release
In 2010, Harrison Ford starred in and served as an executive producer for "Extraordinary Measures", a film that was critically derided and commercially disappointing.
June 11, 2014: Injured on Star Wars Set
On June 11, 2014, Harrison Ford suffered a fractured ankle on the set of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" when a hydraulic door fell on him.
March 5, 2015: Emergency Plane Landing on Golf Course
On March 5, 2015, Harrison Ford made an emergency landing on a golf course in Venice, California, after his plane lost engine power, resulting in a broken pelvis and ankle.
February 13, 2017: Landed on Taxiway at John Wayne Airport
On February 13, 2017, Harrison Ford landed an Aviat Husky on a taxiway at John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California, after misidentifying it as a runway.
February 2020: The Call of the Wild Release
In February 2020, Harrison Ford headlined "The Call of the Wild", which had its theatrical release shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 24, 2020: Runway Crossing Incident at Hawthorne Airport
On April 24, 2020, Harrison Ford crossed a runway at Los Angeles Hawthorne Airport while another aircraft was landing, but there was no danger of a crash.
