Harrison Ford is a highly celebrated American actor and cultural icon with a career spanning over seven decades. His films have achieved remarkable box office success, earning over $5.4 billion in North America and over $9.3 billion globally. Throughout his career, Ford has received numerous awards and honors, including the prestigious AFI Life Achievement Award, the Cecil B. DeMille Award, an Honorary César, and an Honorary Palme d'Or. He has also been nominated for an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and five Golden Globe Awards.
1915: Start of Silent Film Actor Harrison Ford's Career
The silent film actor Harrison Ford began his career in 1915.
1932: End of Silent Film Actor Harrison Ford's Career
The silent film actor Harrison Ford's career ended in 1932.
July 13, 1942: Birth of Harrison Ford
Harrison Ford was born on July 13, 1942.
1945: Birth of Terence Ford
Harrison Ford's younger brother, Terence, was born in 1945.
1954: Original Sabrina Release
The original version of "Sabrina" was released in 1954, decades before Ford's remake.
1957: Death of Silent Film Actor Harrison Ford
The silent film actor Harrison Ford died in 1957.
1960: High School Graduation
Harrison Ford graduated from Maine East High School in 1960.
1964: Marriage to Mary Marquardt
Harrison Ford married Mary Marquardt in 1964.
1964: Move to Los Angeles and Contract with Columbia Pictures
In 1964, Ford moved to Los Angeles and signed a contract with Columbia Pictures.
1966: Uncredited Role in Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round
Ford had an uncredited role as a bellhop in "Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round" in 1966.
1966: Screen Acting Debut
Harrison Ford made his uncredited screen acting debut in the film "Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round" in 1966.
1966: Birth of First Son
Harrison Ford's first son was born in 1966.
1967: First Credited Role and Luv
Harrison Ford had his first credited role in "A Time for Killing" using the name "Harrison J. Ford" and appeared uncredited in "Luv", both in 1967.
1968: Journey to Shiloh and Doors Tour Camera Operator
Ford appeared in "Journey to Shiloh" and also worked as a camera operator on one of the Doors' tours, both in 1968.
1969: Almost Lead in Model Shop
Ford was almost cast in the lead role of Jacques Demy's "Model Shop" in 1969 but the role was given to Gary Lockwood.
1969: Birth of Second Son
Harrison Ford's second son was born in 1969.
1970: Uncredited Role in Zabriskie Point
Ford had an uncredited role in "Zabriskie Point" in 1970.
1973: Breakthrough Role in American Graffiti
In 1973, Ford had a breakthrough supporting role in "American Graffiti".
1973: American Graffiti and Beginning of Relationship with George Lucas
Harrison Ford starred in "American Graffiti" in 1973, marking the beginning of his relationship with George Lucas which would significantly influence his career.
1974: The Conversation
Ford appeared in "The Conversation" in 1974.
1974: Supporting Role in The Conversation
Ford had a supporting role in "The Conversation" in 1974.
1976: Affair with Carrie Fisher
Harrison Ford had a three-month affair with Carrie Fisher in 1976 during the filming of the original Star Wars.
1977: Start of a Successful Period
From 1977 to 1997, Ford appeared in numerous commercially successful and critically acclaimed films.
1977: Worldwide Fame as Han Solo
Harrison Ford gained worldwide fame for his role as Han Solo in "Star Wars" in 1977.
1977: Star Wars Debut
In 1977, Harrison Ford landed his first starring role as Han Solo in "Star Wars," a film that achieved immense success and catapulted him to fame.
1977: Polanski's Arrest
This entry refers to Roman Polanski's 1977 arrest, providing context for Ford's later petition.
1978: Star Wars Holiday Special and Force 10 from Navarone
In 1978, Ford appeared in the "Star Wars Holiday Special" and "Force 10 from Navarone."
1979: Divorce from Mary Marquardt
Harrison Ford and Mary Marquardt divorced in 1979.
1979: The Frisco Kid and Hanover Street
1979 saw Ford take on roles in "Hanover Street" and "The Frisco Kid," showcasing his versatility as an actor.
1979: Apocalypse Now
Ford played a small role in "Apocalypse Now" in 1979.
1980: The Empire Strikes Back
Ford reprised his role as Han Solo in "The Empire Strikes Back" in 1980.
1981: Raiders of the Lost Ark
1981 marked Ford's debut as Indiana Jones in "Raiders of the Lost Ark," which became a massive success and launched another iconic franchise for the actor.
1981: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Ford starred as Indiana Jones in "Raiders of the Lost Ark" in 1981.
1982: Blade Runner
Ford starred as Rick Deckard in "Blade Runner" in 1982.
1982: Blade Runner
Ford starred in Ridley Scott's science fiction film "Blade Runner" in 1982. Despite initial challenges during production, the film later gained cult classic status.
1982: Saturn Award for Best Actor
Harrison Ford won the Saturn Award for Best Actor in 1982.
March 1983: Marriage to Melissa Mathison
Harrison Ford married screenwriter Melissa Mathison in March 1983.
June 1983: Injury During Temple of Doom Filming
In June 1983, while filming "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom," Ford suffered a back injury that required surgery and a six-week recovery period.
1983: Return of the Jedi
1983 marked the release of "Return of the Jedi," the final film in the original Star Wars trilogy, featuring Ford as Han Solo.
1984: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Ford returned as Indiana Jones in "Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom" in 1984.
1985: Academy Award Nomination for Witness
Ford received an Academy Award nomination for his role in "Witness" in 1985.
1985: Witness
In 1985, Ford showcased his dramatic acting skills in "Witness," receiving critical acclaim for his performance.
1986: The Mosquito Coast
Ford further explored dramatic roles in 1986 with "The Mosquito Coast."
1986: The Mosquito Coast
Ford starred in "The Mosquito Coast" in 1986.
1986: Academy Award Nomination
In 1986, Harrison Ford was nominated for the Best Actor award at the Academy Awards for his role in "Witness".
August 22, 1987: Emergency Landing in Bangor
On August 22, 1987, Harrison Ford was aboard a Gulfstream III that experienced an engine fire and landing gear issue, leading to an emergency landing in Bangor, Maine.
1987: Birth of Third Son
Harrison Ford's third son was born in 1987.
1987: Golden Globe Nomination
Harrison Ford received a Golden Globe nomination for his role in "The Mosquito Coast" in 1987.
1988: Working Girl and Frantic
1988 saw Ford star in both the romantic comedy-drama "Working Girl" and the thriller "Frantic."
1988: Working Girl
Ford appeared in "Working Girl" in 1988.
1989: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
1989 saw the release of "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," the third film in the Indiana Jones series, starring Ford.
1989: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
The character of young Indiana Jones was depicted as a Life Scout in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" in 1989, inspired by Ford's own experience.
1990: Presumed Innocent
Harrison Ford starred in "Presumed Innocent" in 1990.
1990: Birth of Daughter
Harrison Ford's daughter was born in 1990.
1990: Presumed Innocent
In 1990, Ford starred in the dramatic thriller "Presumed Innocent."
1990: Presumed Innocent and The Hunt for Red October
While Ford starred in "Presumed Innocent" in 1990, Alec Baldwin played Jack Ryan in "The Hunt for Red October." This casting decision later caused tension between Baldwin and Ford.
1991: Night Ride Down Cancelled
In late 1991, Ford was set to star in "Night Ride Down" but left the project due to script disagreements, leading to its cancellation.
1991: Vice Chair of Conservation International
Harrison Ford became the inaugural vice chair of Conservation International in 1991.
1991: Regarding Henry
Ford continued to explore dramatic roles with "Regarding Henry" in 1991.
1992: Patriot Games
Ford portrayed Jack Ryan in "Patriot Games" in 1992.
1992: Patriot Games
Ford took on the role of Jack Ryan in "Patriot Games" in 1992.
1992: Environmental Advocacy
Starting in 1992, Ford began contributing to environmental causes, including voice work for EarthShare public service announcements.
1993: The Fugitive
Ford received critical acclaim for his performance in the 1993 thriller "The Fugitive."
1993: The Fugitive
Ford starred in "The Fugitive" in 1993.
1993: Spider Named After Ford
In 1993, a new species of spider, Calponia harrisonfordi, was named after Harrison Ford.
1994: Clear and Present Danger
In 1994, Ford starred as Jack Ryan in "Clear and Present Danger".
1994: Clear and Present Danger
In 1994, Ford reprised his role as Jack Ryan in "Clear and Present Danger."
1994: Golden Globe Nomination
Harrison Ford earned a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in "The Fugitive" in 1994.
September 7, 1995: Testimony for Tibetan Independence
On September 7, 1995, Ford testified before the U.S. Senate in support of the Dalai Lama and Tibetan independence.
1995: Sabrina
1995 saw Ford star in a remake of the classic romantic comedy "Sabrina."
1995: Sabrina
In 1995, Ford starred in "Sabrina".
1996: Golden Globe Nomination
In 1996, Harrison Ford was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for his role in "Sabrina".
1997: End of a Successful Period
1997 marked the end of a particularly prolific and successful period in Ford's career.
1997: Air Force One and The Devil's Own
1997 saw Ford star in two action thrillers: "Air Force One" and "The Devil's Own."
1997: The Devil's Own and Air Force One
Ford starred in "The Devil's Own" and "Air Force One" in 1997.
1998: Six Days, Seven Nights
Ford starred in the romantic comedy "Six Days, Seven Nights" in 1998, which marked the beginning of a period of less successful films for the actor.
1998: Six Days, Seven Nights
Harrison Ford starred in "Six Days, Seven Nights" in 1998.
October 23, 1999: Helicopter Crash
On October 23, 1999, Harrison Ford was involved in a helicopter crash during a training flight near Santa Clarita, California. Though the helicopter was damaged, Ford and the instructor were unharmed.
1999: Random Hearts
In 1999, Ford appeared in the romantic drama "Random Hearts."
2000: Political Donations
In 2000, Ford donated to the presidential campaigns of Bill Bradley, Al Gore, and John McCain.
2000: What Lies Beneath
In 2000, Ford starred in the supernatural thriller "What Lies Beneath," which became a commercial success.
2000: What Lies Beneath
Ford appeared in "What Lies Beneath" in 2000.
2000: AFI Life Achievement Award
Harrison Ford received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2000.
2000: Separation from Melissa Mathison
Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison separated in 2000.
2001: Calista Flockhart Adopts Son
Calista Flockhart adopted a son in 2001, who later became Harrison Ford's adopted son.
2002: K-19: The Widowmaker
Ford starred in and executive produced the historical drama "K-19: The Widowmaker" in 2002.
2002: Meeting Calista Flockhart
Harrison Ford met actress Calista Flockhart at the 2002 Golden Globe Awards.
2002: Cecil B. DeMille Award
Harrison Ford was awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globe Awards ceremony in 2002.
2002: K-19: The Widowmaker
In 2002, Ford starred in "K-19: The Widowmaker".
2002: Ant Species Named After Ford
In 2002, an ant species, Pheidole harrisonfordi, was named after Ford due to his environmental work.
May 30, 2003: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
On May 30, 2003, Harrison Ford received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
2003: Hollywood Homicide
Ford appeared in the action comedy "Hollywood Homicide" in 2003.
March 2004: Chairman of the Young Eagles Program
In March 2004, Harrison Ford became chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)'s Young Eagles program.
2004: Youth Aviation Education Program
Ford chaired an aviation education program for youth from 2004 to 2009.
2004: Divorce from Melissa Mathison
Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison divorced in 2004.
2004: Declined Syriana and Traffic
In 2004, Ford declined roles in "Syriana" and "Traffic," which were later successfully filled by George Clooney and Michael Douglas, respectively.
July 2005: Continued Chairmanship
In July 2005, at the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh gathering, Ford agreed to continue as chairman of the Young Eagles program for another two years.
2006: Jules Verne Award
Harrison Ford received the Jules Verne Award in 2006, recognizing his contribution to adventure and imagination in film.
2006: Firewall
In 2006, Ford starred in the thriller "Firewall."
2007: Dalai Lama Renaissance Narration
Harrison Ford narrated the 2007 documentary "Dalai Lama Renaissance".
2007: Hero Award at Scream Awards
In 2007, Ford was awarded the first-ever Hero Award at the Scream Awards for his iconic roles, including Indiana Jones and Han Solo.
2008: Spike TV's Guy's Choice Award
Ford received the Spike TV's Guy's Choice Award for "Brass Balls" in 2008.
2008: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
In 2008, Ford returned as Indiana Jones in "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull," which achieved both commercial success and positive critical reception.
2008: Crossing Over and Dalai Lama Renaissance
In 2008, Harrison Ford appeared in the film "Crossing Over" and narrated the documentary "Dalai Lama Renaissance."
2009: Stepping Down as Chairman
In 2009, Harrison Ford stepped down as chairman of the Young Eagles program.
2009: Aviation Awards
In 2009, Harrison Ford received the Living Legends of Aviation Award and the Experimental Aircraft Association's Freedom of Flight Award.
2009: Petition for Polanski's Release
In 2009, Ford signed a petition supporting the release of film director Roman Polanski.
2009: Engagement to Calista Flockhart
Harrison Ford proposed to Calista Flockhart over Valentine's Day weekend in 2009.
2009: General Aviation Serves America Campaign
As of 2009, Harrison Ford appeared in internet advertisements for the "General Aviation Serves America" campaign.
2009: Filming of Extraordinary Measures
In 2009, Harrison Ford filmed the medical drama "Extraordinary Measures" in Portland, Oregon.
January 22, 2010: Extraordinary Measures Release
On January 22, 2010, the medical drama "Extraordinary Measures," starring Harrison Ford alongside Brendan Fraser and Alan Ruck, was released.
June 15, 2010: Marriage to Calista Flockhart
Harrison Ford married actress Calista Flockhart on June 15, 2010, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
2010: Extraordinary Measures
Ford starred in and executive produced the medical drama "Extraordinary Measures" in 2010.
2010: Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy
Ford was awarded the Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy in 2010.
July 2011: Cowboys & Aliens Release and Comic-Con Appearance
In July 2011, Harrison Ford starred in the science fiction western "Cowboys & Aliens" with Daniel Craig and Olivia Wilde. He also made an appearance at San Diego Comic-Con to promote the film.
2011: Cowboys & Aliens
Harrison Ford starred in "Cowboys & Aliens" in 2011.
September 2013: Interview Controversy in Indonesia
In September 2013, Ford interviewed the Indonesian Forestry Minister about environmental issues, leading to accusations of harassment and threats of deportation. Ford later discussed his environmental concerns with the Indonesian President.
2013: 42
Ford starred in "42" in 2013.
2013: Diverse Supporting Roles
In 2013, Harrison Ford began taking on more diverse supporting roles in films like "Paranoia," "Ender's Game," "42," and "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues."
2013: Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Award and Aviation Recognition
Harrison Ford received the Al Ueltschi Humanitarian Award in 2013 and was ranked 48th on Flying magazine's list of 51 Heroes of Aviation.
June 11, 2014: On-Set Injury During Star Wars Filming
On June 11, 2014, Harrison Ford sustained a fractured ankle on the set of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" when a hydraulic door fell on him.
2014: Flying the Feathered Edge Documentary
In 2014, Ford appeared in the aviation documentary "Flying the Feathered Edge: The Bob Hoover Project".
2014: The Expendables 3 Appearance
In 2014, Harrison Ford appeared in "The Expendables 3."
February 26, 2015: Announcement of Blade Runner 2049 Role
On February 26, 2015, it was announced that Harrison Ford would reprise his role as Rick Deckard in the sequel "Blade Runner 2049."
March 5, 2015: Emergency Landing on Golf Course
On March 5, 2015, Harrison Ford made an emergency landing on a golf course in Venice, California, due to engine failure. He sustained injuries including a broken pelvis and ankle.
2015: Return as Han Solo
In 2015, Harrison Ford reprised his iconic role as Han Solo in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
2015: Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award
In 2015, Harrison Ford received the Albert R. Broccoli Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Entertainment.
2015: Death of Melissa Mathison
Harrison Ford's second wife, Melissa Mathison, passed away in 2015.
2015: Living in the Age of Airplanes Documentary
Harrison Ford appeared in the documentary "Living in the Age of Airplanes" in 2015.
2015: The Age of Adaline
Ford appeared in "The Age of Adaline" in 2015.
February 2016: Confirmation of No Role in Episode VIII
In February 2016, it was confirmed that Harrison Ford would not reprise his role as Han Solo in "Star Wars: Episode VIII."
July 28, 2016: Two Millionth Young Eagle
On July 28, 2016, Harrison Ford flew the two millionth Young Eagle at the EAA AirVenture convention, marking a milestone for the aviation-youth introduction program.
2016: Carrie Fisher's Autobiography Reveals Affair
Carrie Fisher's 2016 autobiography, "The Princess Diarist," revealed a three-month affair between her and Harrison Ford during the filming of Star Wars in 1976.
2016: Saturn Award for Best Actor
In 2016, Harrison Ford won the Saturn Award for Best Actor.
February 13, 2017: Landing on Taxiway
On February 13, 2017, Ford landed his plane on a taxiway at John Wayne Airport, overflying a Boeing 737.
October 2017: Blade Runner 2049 Release
"Blade Runner 2049," featuring Harrison Ford's return as Rick Deckard, was released in October 2017 to critical acclaim.
2017: Blade Runner 2049
Harrison Ford reprised his role as Rick Deckard in "Blade Runner 2049" in 2017.
2018: Artists Inspiration Award
Harrison Ford was honored with the Artists Inspiration Award from the SAG-AFTRA Foundation in 2018 for his acting and philanthropic work.
2019: Cameo in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Harrison Ford made an uncredited cameo appearance as a vision in "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" in 2019.
2019: Voice Role in The Secret Life of Pets 2
In 2019, Harrison Ford lent his voice to the animated film "The Secret Life of Pets 2," marking his first voice acting role in an animated feature.
2019: UN Climate Action Summit Speech
In 2019, Ford delivered a speech at the UN Climate Action Summit, advocating for the Amazon rainforest and urging support for young environmental activists.
February 2020: Release of The Call of the Wild
In February 2020, "The Call of the Wild," starring Harrison Ford, was released. The film's theatrical run was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 24, 2020: Runway Incursion
On April 24, 2020, while piloting his plane, Ford crossed a runway at Hawthorne Airport where another aircraft was landing, although there was no collision risk. Ford's representative later stated he misheard air traffic control.
2020: Political Endorsements and Activism
In 2020, Harrison Ford publicly endorsed Joe Biden's presidential campaign, expressing concerns about environmental policy and the U.S.'s global credibility under the Trump administration. He also collaborated with Mark Hamill on an anti-Trump ad for The Lincoln Project.
October 2022: Casting as Thunderbolt Ross
In October 2022, Harrison Ford was cast as Thaddeus "Thunderbolt" Ross in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films "Captain America: Brave New World" and "Thunderbolts," replacing the late William Hurt.
December 2022: Premiere of 1923
In December 2022, the Paramount+ series "1923," starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, premiered.
2022: 1923
Harrison Ford started starring in the series "1923" in 2022.
January 2023: Premiere of Shrinking
The Apple TV+ comedy-drama series "Shrinking," starring Harrison Ford, premiered in January 2023.
2023: Snake Species Named After Ford
The Peruvian snake species Tachymenoides harrisonfordi was named after Ford in 2023.
2023: Shrinking
Ford began starring in "Shrinking" in 2023.
2023: Comments on Parenting
In 2023, Harrison Ford reflected on his parenting, suggesting he might have been a better parent had he been less successful.
2023: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Release
Harrison Ford reprised his role as Indiana Jones one last time in "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," released in 2023.
November 2, 2024: Political Endorsement
On November 2, 2024, Harrison Ford endorsed Kamala Harris's presidential campaign.
2024: Disney Legends Award
Harrison Ford received the Disney Legends Award in 2024.
2024: Saturn Award for Best Actor
Harrison Ford won a Saturn Award in 2024.
2025: Appearance in Captain America and Thunderbolts
Harrison Ford is slated to appear as Thunderbolt Ross in the Marvel films "Captain America: Brave New World" and "Thunderbolts" in 2025.