History of Jason Isaacs in Timeline

Jason Isaacs is a British actor recognized for his diverse roles in film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter film series. Isaacs has also starred in various television series, including 'Brotherhood,' 'Awake,' 'The OA,' 'Star Trek: Discovery,' and 'The White Lotus,' showcasing his versatility in different genres. In addition, he played Georgy Zhukov in 'The Death of Stalin.'

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1987: Moved in with Emma Hewitt

In 1987, Jason Isaacs moved in with his girlfriend, BBC documentary filmmaker Emma Hewitt, whom he had begun dating while studying at the Central School of Speech and Drama.

2001: Married Emma Hewitt

In 2001, Jason Isaacs married Emma Hewitt.

2011: Endorsed Labour educational policies

In 2011, Jason Isaacs stated his support for the Labour Party's educational policies but opposed their involvement in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

March 2015: Lead role in Dig series

In March 2015, Jason Isaacs played the lead role as FBI agent Peter Connelly in the USA Network action adventure drama series Dig, a ten-episode series that premiered on March 5, 2015.

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February 2016: Starred in Medusa's Ankles

In February 2016, Jason Isaacs starred in Medusa's Ankles, a film directed by his Harry Potter co-star Bonnie Wright.

December 2016: Appeared in Netflix's The OA

In December 2016, Jason Isaacs appeared in the Netflix series The OA, playing the role of Dr. Hunter Aloysius "Hap" Percy.

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March 2017: Cast in Star Trek: Discovery

In March 2017, Jason Isaacs was announced to play Captain Gabriel Lorca in the new CBS All Access series Star Trek: Discovery.

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September 2017: Played Field Marshal Georgy Zhukov in The Death of Stalin

In September 2017, Jason Isaacs played Field Marshal Georgy Zhukov in The Death of Stalin, a political satire and dark comedy film directed by Armando Iannucci. His performance in the film earned him critical praise and an Evening Standard British Film Awards nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

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September 2017: Star Trek: Discovery premiered

On September 24, 2017, Star Trek: Discovery premiered.

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October 2017: First appearance in Star Trek: Discovery

On October 1, 2017, Jason Isaacs made his first appearance as Captain Gabriel Lorca in the third episode of Star Trek: Discovery, titled "Context Is for Kings".

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2018: Roles in Look Away, Hotel Mumbai, and London Fields

In 2018, Jason Isaacs played the role of Dan in the psychological thriller Look Away, Vasili in the action thriller Hotel Mumbai, and Mark Asprey in the mystery thriller London Fields. He also voiced characters in Robot Chicken.

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January 2019: Teased return to Star Trek

In January 2019, showrunner Alex Kurtzman teased the possible return of Jason Isaacs as 'Prime universe' Lorca beyond season two of Star Trek: Discovery.

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November 2019: Appearing in The Dead Spit of Kelly

In November 2019, it was announced that Jason Isaacs will appear beside Jim Broadbent in the film The Dead Spit of Kelly.

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2019: Comments on Trump and British politics

In 2019, Jason Isaacs referred to U.S. President Donald Trump as a "vainglorious man" and described the British political scene as an "Etonian Lord of the Flies situation".

2019: Voice role in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance

In 2019, Jason Isaacs voiced Skekso, the Emperor in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, and voiced characters in Robot Chicken.

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March 2020: Lead role in Good Sam pilot

In March 2020, Jason Isaacs played the lead role of Dr. Rob "Griff" Griffith in the CBS drama pilot Good Sam.

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August 2020: Revealed sobriety

In August 2020, Jason Isaacs revealed that he had achieved sobriety after struggling with a drug and alcohol addiction for over two decades, tracing his experience back to being 12 years old. He also asked fans on Twitter not to congratulate him on his sobriety as "pride is the worst part".

2020: Voiced Dick Dastardly in Scoob!

In 2020, Jason Isaacs voiced Dick Dastardly in the Scooby-Doo film Scoob!.

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2021: Various roles in films and TV shows

In 2021, Jason Isaacs played Carl in Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets, Admiral John Henry Godfrey in Operation Mincemeat, Jay Perry in Mass, Ralph in Creation Stories, and John in the short film Cera. He also voiced characters in Scooby-Doo! The Sword and the Scoob, had a minor role in Series 3 of Sex Education, and appeared in an episode of Inside No. 9.

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