James Franco's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of James Franco. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

James Franco is an American actor and filmmaker known for his diverse roles in both mainstream and independent cinema. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in Sam Raimi's 'Spider-Man' trilogy and has since starred in films like 'Milk,' 'Eat Pray Love,' and 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes.' A frequent collaborator with Seth Rogen, he has appeared in comedies such as 'Pineapple Express' and 'This Is the End.' Franco won a Golden Globe for his performance in 'The Disaster Artist' and received an Academy Award nomination for '127 Hours,' highlighting his range as an actor.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2001: Franco wins Golden Globe for James Dean

In 2001, James Franco portrayed the title character in the television biographical film James Dean, for which he won a Golden Globe Award and received nominations for Screen Actors Guild Award and Primetime Emmy Award.

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2001: Role in James Dean TV movie

In 2001, James Franco was cast as the title role in the TV biographical film James Dean. He won a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Emmy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award (SAG) for his performance.

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2002: Role in Spider-Man

In 2002, James Franco achieved worldwide fame and attention with his role as Harry Osborn in the superhero film Spider-Man.

2008: Starring in Milk

In 2008, James Franco starred in Milk as Scott Smith, the boyfriend of Harvey Milk, earning him the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Actor.

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2009: Named Sexiest Man Living by Salon

In 2009, James Franco was named the Sexiest Man Living by Salon.

2010: Franco stars in Eat Pray Love and 127 hours

In 2010, James Franco starred in Eat Pray Love. He also starred in 127 Hours, which earned him a Best Actor nomination at the 83rd Academy Awards.

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April 2012: Ranked on Shalom Life's list of talented Jewish men

In April 2012, Shalom Life ranked James Franco and his brother, Dave, together as number two on its list of 50 talented and attractive Jewish men.

March 2013: Featured in UCLA print advertisement

In March 2013, James Franco was featured in half-page print advertisements for UCLA, celebrating him as a "prolific academic".

April 2013: Franco receives Ally Award

In April 2013, James Franco received the Ally Award at the 15th annual Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival in recognition of his support for the LGBT community.

September 2013: A24 Campaign for Spring Breakers

In September 2013, A24 films began a campaign in support of a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for James Franco's performance in Spring Breakers.

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