Jack Nicholson's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jack Nicholson.
Jack Nicholson is a highly acclaimed, now-retired American actor and filmmaker, celebrated as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century. He is known for portraying rebellious characters who challenge societal norms. His illustrious five-decade career is marked by numerous prestigious awards, including three Academy Awards, three British Academy Film Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Grammy Award, solidifying his status as a legendary figure in the film industry.
1969: Big break in Easy Rider
In 1969, Jack Nicholson got his big acting break when he was cast in "Easy Rider", playing alcoholic lawyer George Hanson, for which he received his first Oscar nomination.
1969: Oscar Nomination for Easy Rider
In 1969, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Easy Rider".
1970: Oscar Nomination for Five Easy Pieces
In 1970, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Five Easy Pieces".
1970: Starred in Five Easy Pieces
In 1970, Jack Nicholson starred in "Five Easy Pieces" alongside Karen Black, a role that became defining for his persona. Both Nicholson and Black were nominated for Academy Awards for their performances.
1973: Starred in The Last Detail
In 1973, Jack Nicholson starred in Hal Ashby's "The Last Detail", winning Best Actor at the Cannes Film Festival and receiving Oscar and Golden Globe nominations.
1974: Oscar Nominations for The Last Detail and Chinatown
In 1974, Jack Nicholson received Oscar nominations for his roles in "The Last Detail" and "Chinatown".
1974: Starred in Chinatown
In 1974, Jack Nicholson starred in Roman Polanski's noir thriller "Chinatown", receiving another Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
1975: Starring in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"
In 1975, Jack Nicholson starred as Randle P. McMurphy in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", a film adaptation of Ken Kesey's novel, directed by Miloš Forman. He played an anti-authoritarian patient, inspiring other patients. The film received nine Academy Award nominations and won five, including Nicholson's first for Best Actor.
1975: Academy Award for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
In 1975, Jack Nicholson won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance as Randle McMurphy in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest".
1981: Oscar Nomination for Reds
In 1981, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Reds".
1981: Starring in "The Postman Always Rings Twice" and "Reds"
In 1981, Jack Nicholson starred in "The Postman Always Rings Twice" and "Reds", where he portrayed the writer Eugene O'Neill with quiet intensity, garnering an Oscar nomination.
1983: Academy Award for "Terms of Endearment"
In 1983, Jack Nicholson won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as retired astronaut Garrett Breedlove in "Terms of Endearment", directed by James L. Brooks. Nicholson and Shirley MacLaine constantly tested and made adjustments during their scenes, contributing to the film's "buoyant edge."
1985: Oscar Nomination for Prizzi's Honor
In 1985, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Prizzi's Honor".
1985: Starring in "Prizzi's Honor"
In 1985, Jack Nicholson starred in "Prizzi's Honor", directed by John Huston, which earned him another Oscar nomination.
1987: Oscar Nomination for Ironweed
In 1987, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "Ironweed".
1987: Starring in "The Witches of Eastwick", "Broadcast News", and "Ironweed"
In 1987, Jack Nicholson starred in "The Witches of Eastwick", "Broadcast News", and "Ironweed". His role in "Ironweed" earned him another Oscar nomination.
1989: Playing the Joker in "Batman"
In 1989, Jack Nicholson played the Joker in the "Batman" movie. The film was an international success, earning him an estimated $60 million to $90 million.
1992: Oscar Nomination for A Few Good Men
In 1992, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "A Few Good Men".
1992: Role in "A Few Good Men"
In 1992, Jack Nicholson received another Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Col. Nathan R. Jessup in "A Few Good Men", portraying the "essence of the quintessential military mindset."
1992: Razzie Nominations for "Man Trouble" and "Hoffa"
In 1992, Jack Nicholson was nominated for Razzie Awards as worst actor for "Man Trouble" and "Hoffa". However, his performance in "Hoffa" also earned him a Golden Globe nomination.
1994: AFI Life Achievement Award
In 1994, Jack Nicholson was honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award.
1997: Academy Award for "As Good as It Gets"
In 1997, Jack Nicholson won his next Academy Award for Best Actor in the romantic comedy "As Good as It Gets", his third film directed by James L. Brooks. Nicholson played Melvin Udall, a "wickedly funny" novelist with obsessive-compulsive disorder. The film was a box-office success, grossing $314 million.
1999: Cecil B. DeMille Award
In 1999, Jack Nicholson was honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award.
2001: Stanislavsky Award and Starring in "The Pledge"
In 2001, Jack Nicholson received the Stanislavsky Award at the 23rd Moscow International Film Festival. He also starred in "The Pledge", portraying retired police detective Jerry Black.
2001: Kennedy Center Honor
In 2001, Jack Nicholson was honored with the Kennedy Center Honor.
2002: Oscar Nomination for About Schmidt
In 2002, Jack Nicholson received an Oscar nomination for his role in "About Schmidt".
2002: Starring in "About Schmidt"
In 2002, Jack Nicholson starred in Alexander Payne's comedy-drama "About Schmidt", playing a retired actuary. His performance earned him nominations for multiple awards.
2003: Starring in "Something's Gotta Give"
In 2003, Jack Nicholson starred in the romantic comedy "Something's Gotta Give", directed by Nancy Meyers, playing an aging playboy. His performance led to a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
2006: Return to the Dark Side in "The Departed"
In late 2006, Jack Nicholson marked his return to the dark side in Martin Scorsese's Oscar-winning film "The Departed", playing Frank Costello, a Boston Irish Mob boss. The role earned him critical praise and a Golden Globe nomination.
May 2008: Announcement of California Hall of Fame Induction
In May 2008, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver announced that Jack Nicholson would be inducted into the California Hall of Fame.
December 15, 2008: Induction into the California Hall of Fame
On December 15, 2008, Jack Nicholson was inducted into the California Hall of Fame at The California Museum in Sacramento, alongside 11 other Californians.
2010: Induction into the New Jersey Hall of Fame
In 2010, Jack Nicholson was inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame, recognizing his contributions and achievements.
2011: Honorary Degree from Brown University
In 2011, Jack Nicholson received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from Brown University, with the university's president calling him "the most skilled actor of our lifetime".
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