History of Jason Isaacs in Timeline
Jason Isaacs is a prolific English actor renowned for his diverse roles across film and television. He gained significant recognition for his portrayals of antagonists and complex characters. Memorable roles include the sinister Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter film series, the cruel Colonel William Tavington in The Patriot, and the ruthless D.J. in Event Horizon. Isaacs has also portrayed historical figures, such as Georgy Zhukov in The Death of Stalin and John Godfrey in Operation Mincemeat, showcasing his versatility. His filmography includes roles in Armageddon, Black Hawk Down, Peter Pan, Fury, and Mass, solidifying his status as a respected and sought-after actor.
1953: The Death of Stalin Depicts Stalin's Death
The film The Death of Stalin, in which Jason Isaacs starred, depicts the internal social and political power struggle among the Council of Ministers following the death of Soviet leader Joseph Stalin in 1953.
1987: Moved in with Emma Hewitt
In 1987, Jason Isaacs moved in with his girlfriend, BBC documentary filmmaker Emma Hewitt. They began dating while studying at the Central School of Speech and Drama.
2001: Marriage to Emma Hewitt
In 2001, Jason Isaacs married BBC documentary filmmaker Emma Hewitt, after dating since their time at the Central School of Speech and Drama.
2003: Opposition to the Iraq Invasion
Jason Isaacs opposed Labour Party's involvement in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
2010: Voice of Ra's al Ghul in Batman: Under the Red Hood
In 2010, Jason Isaacs provided the voice for Ra's al Ghul in the DC animated film Batman: Under the Red Hood.
2011: Endorsed Labour on Education, Opposed Iraq Invasion
In 2011, Jason Isaacs said he endorsed the Labour Party on its educational policies but opposed its involvement in the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
2011: Voice of Sinestro in Green Lantern: Emerald Knights and Starred in Case Histories
In 2011, Jason Isaacs voiced Sinestro in the DC animated film Green Lantern: Emerald Knights. Also in 2011, he starred as Jackson Brodie in a BBC adaptation of Kate Atkinson's Case Histories.
March 2012: Premiere of Awake
In March 2012, Jason Isaacs starred as Detective Michael Britten in the NBC police procedural fantasy drama series Awake, which premiered on March 1, 2012.
May 2012: End of Awake
In May 2012, the NBC police procedural fantasy drama series Awake, starring Jason Isaacs, ended.
March 2015: Lead Role in Dig
In March 2015, Jason Isaacs took the lead role as FBI agent Peter Connelly in the USA Network action adventure drama series Dig. The ten-episode series premiered on March 5, 2015.
February 2016: Starred in Medusa's Ankles
In February 2016, Jason Isaacs starred in Medusa's Ankles, a film directed by Harry Potter co-star Bonnie Wright.
December 2016: Appeared in The OA
In December 2016, Jason Isaacs appeared in the Netflix series The OA as Dr. Hunter Aloysius "Hap" Percy.
September 2017: Played 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.
September 2017: Premiere of Star Trek: Discovery
The series Star Trek: Discovery premiered on September 24, 2017.
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".
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 various characters in Robot Chicken throughout 2018 and 2019.
January 2019: Teased Possible Return to Star Trek: Discovery
In January 2019, showrunner Alex Kurtzman teased the possible return of Jason Isaacs as 'Prime universe' Lorca at some point beyond season two of Star Trek: Discovery.
November 2019: Announcement of Appearance in The Dead Spit of Kelly
In November 2019, it was announced that Jason Isaacs would appear beside Jim Broadbent in the film The Dead Spit of Kelly.
2019: Voice of Skekso in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
In 2019, Jason Isaacs provided the voice of Skekso, the Emperor in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.
2019: Criticism of Trump and Corbyn, Campaigning for Luciana Berger
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". He also called Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn's handling of antisemitic allegations about the Labour Party "appalling" and campaigned for Luciana Berger.
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.
August 2020: Revealed Sobriety After Addiction Struggle
In August 2020, Jason Isaacs revealed that he had achieved sobriety after struggling with a drug and alcohol addiction for over two decades, tracing it back to an experience at age 12.
2020: Voice of Dick Dastardly in Scoob!
In 2020, Jason Isaacs voiced Dick Dastardly in the Scooby-Doo film Scoob!.
2021: Various Roles in Film and TV
In 2021, Jason Isaacs played Carl in Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets, Admiral John Henry Godfrey in Operation Mincemeat, Jay Perry in the drama film Mass, Ralph in the biographical film Creation Stories, and John in the short film Cera. He also voiced King Arthur Pendragon, Winston Pilkingstonshire and Thundarr the Barbarian in Scooby-Doo! The Sword and the Scoob and had a minor role in Series 3 of Sex Education and appeared in Inside No. 9.
2021: Good Sam Picked Up
In 2021, the CBS drama pilot Good Sam, starring Jason Isaacs, was picked up to series.
January 2022: Mid-Season Premiere of Good Sam
On January 5, 2022, Good Sam, starring Jason Isaacs, had its mid-season premiere.
2023: Voiced Villain in Baldur's Gate 3 and Starred in Archie
In 2023, Jason Isaacs voiced one of the principal villains in the video game Baldur's Gate 3. Later that year, he starred as Cary Grant in Archie.
February 2024: Filming of The White Lotus Season 3 Begins
In February 2024, filming began in Thailand for the third season of The White Lotus, in which Jason Isaacs stars as Timothy Ratliff.
May 2025: Release of "The Salt Path" Film
On May 30, 2025, the film "The Salt Path", starring Jason Isaacs and Gillian Anderson, was released in the UK. It is adapted from the book by Raynor Winn.
2025: Starred in The White Lotus Season 3
In 2025, Jason Isaacs starred as Timothy Ratliff in the third season of The White Lotus.
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