James Cameron's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of James Cameron.
James Cameron is a highly successful Canadian filmmaker known for his visually stunning and technologically innovative movies. He is the second highest-grossing film director of all time, with his films grossing over $8 billion worldwide. Cameron is a major figure in the post-New Hollywood era, often blending classical filmmaking with novel technologies. He's also the co-founder of production companies like Lightstorm Entertainment and Digital Domain. Three of his films have been selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.
1984: Release of The Terminator
In 1984, 'The Terminator', directed by James Cameron, was released and became a box office success, earning over $78 million worldwide.
July 3, 1991: Terminator 2: Judgment Day Release
On July 3, 1991, 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day' was released, breaking box office records and becoming a major success.
1992: Ray Bradbury Award
In 1992, James Cameron received the inaugural Ray Bradbury Award from the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America for Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
December 19, 1997: Titanic Premieres to Critical Acclaim
On December 19, 1997, Titanic premiered after months of delay. The film garnered strong critical acclaim and became the highest-grossing film of all time.
1997: Titanic Success
As of 1997, James Cameron's film 'Titanic' is one of the top four highest-grossing films of all time.
June 13, 1998: Honorary Degree from Carleton University
On June 13, 1998, Carleton University awarded James Cameron the honorary degree of Doctor of Fine Arts.
July 2004: Honorary Degree from University of Southampton
In July 2004, University of Southampton awarded James Cameron the honorary degree of doctor of the university in recognition of his contributions to underwater filming and remote vehicle technology.
2008: Star on Canada's Walk of Fame
In 2008, James Cameron received a star on Canada's Walk of Fame.
2008: The Terminator Preserved in National Film Registry
In 2008, James Cameron's film 'The Terminator' was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry.
December 18, 2009: Avatar Premieres and Breaks Box Office Records
On December 18, 2009, Avatar premiered after being delayed, breaking several box office records during its initial theatrical run and becoming the highest-grossing film of all time in the United States and Canada, surpassing Titanic.
2009: Avatar Success
As of 2009, James Cameron's film 'Avatar' is one of the top four highest-grossing films of all time, holding the top spot.
2009: Academy Award Nominations for Avatar
In 2009, James Cameron was nominated for Academy Awards in Best Film Editing, Best Director and Best Picture for Avatar.
February 28, 2010: VES Lifetime Achievement Award
On February 28, 2010, James Cameron was honored with a Visual Effects Society (VES) Lifetime Achievement Award.
2010: Named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2010, James Cameron was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine, recognizing his impact and contributions to filmmaking and technology.
2010: Avatar Breaks Titanic's Box Office Record
In 2010, James Cameron's film Avatar surpassed Titanic as the highest-grossing film of all time, a position Titanic held for twelve years.
June 2012: Induction to Science Fiction Hall of Fame
In June 2012, James Cameron was inducted to The Science Fiction Hall of Fame at the Museum of Pop Culture for his contribution to the science fiction and fantasy field.
2013: Nierenberg Prize for Science in the Public
In 2013, James Cameron received the Nierenberg Prize for Science in the Public, which is annually awarded by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography.
2017: Titanic Selected for National Film Registry
In 2017, on its 20th anniversary, Titanic became James Cameron's second film to be selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry.
2019: Avengers: Endgame Release
In 2019, 'Avengers: Endgame', directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, was released, achieving the second spot in the top-grossing films of all time.
2019: Appointed Companion of the Order of Canada
In 2019, James Cameron was appointed as a Companion of the Order of Canada by Governor General Julie Payette, giving him the Post Nominal Letters "CC" for life.
2022: Avatar: The Way of Water Release
In 2022, James Cameron's film 'Avatar: The Way of Water' was released, becoming one of the top four highest-grossing films of all time.
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