History of John Krasinski in Timeline
John Krasinski is an American actor, filmmaker, and writer. He is best known for his role as Jim Halpert on the NBC sitcom The Office. He also directed, co-wrote, and starred in the critically acclaimed horror film A Quiet Place and its sequel. His work on A Quiet Place earned him recognition as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
1946: Ronald Krasinski is Born
Ronald Krasinski, John Krasinski's father, is born in 1946.
1949: Mary Clare Doyle is Born
Mary Clare Doyle, John Krasinski's mother, is born in 1949.
1967: Detroit Riots
The 1967 Detroit riots, a historical event marking a period of civil unrest and racial tension, served as the setting for Kathryn Bigelow's film "Detroit" (2017), which featured John Krasinski in its cast.
October 20, 1979: John Krasinski is Born
John Burke Krasinski was born on October 20, 1979, in Brighton, Boston.
1988: Operation Breakthrough
The year 1988 marked the international effort known as Operation Breakthrough, which successfully rescued gray whales trapped in ice near Point Barrow, Alaska, an event later depicted in the film "Big Miracle" (2012) starring Krasinski.
1997: Release of "Good Will Hunting"
In 1997, "Good Will Hunting" was released, a film that would later have its screenplay read live in a stage event directed by John Krasinski in 2016, highlighting the film's enduring legacy.
1997: Krasinski Graduates High School
John Krasinski and his future "The Office" co-star B.J. Novak graduate from Newton South High School in 1997.
2000: Krasinski Interns at "Late Night with Conan O'Brien"
John Krasinski interns as a scriptwriter on the show "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" in 2000.
2001: Krasinski Graduates from Brown University
John Krasinski graduates from Brown University in 2001.
2004: Krasinski is Cast in "The Office"
John Krasinski lands his breakthrough role as Jim Halpert in the NBC sitcom "The Office" in 2004.
2005: "The Office" Premieres
John Krasinski begins his role as Jim Halpert in the NBC sitcom "The Office" in 2005.
2005: "The Office" Premieres
The first season of "The Office," starring John Krasinski, premieres in 2005.
2006: Krasinski Stars in "A New Wave"
John Krasinski co-stars in the independently produced comedy "A New Wave" in 2006.
2007: Krasinski Stars in "Smiley Face" and "License to Wed"
John Krasinski appears in the independent stoner comedy "Smiley Face" and stars in the romantic comedy "License to Wed" in 2007.
2007: Krasinski Stars in "License to Wed"
John Krasinski stars in the romantic comedy "License to Wed" alongside Mandy Moore and Robin Williams in 2007.
November 2008: Began Dating Emily Blunt
In November 2008, John Krasinski began dating English actress Emily Blunt.
2008: Krasinski Stars in "Leatherheads"
John Krasinski appears in the period comedy "Leatherheads," directed by George Clooney, in 2008.
2008: Krasinski Stars in "Leatherheads"
John Krasinski appears alongside Renée Zellweger and George Clooney in the comedy "Leatherheads," directed by Clooney, in 2008.
January 19, 2009: "Brief Interviews with Hideous Men" Premieres at Sundance
John Krasinski's directorial debut, "Brief Interviews with Hideous Men," premieres at the Sundance Film Festival on January 19, 2009.
August 2009: Engaged to Emily Blunt
In August 2009, John Krasinski and Emily Blunt became engaged.
2009: Krasinski Debuts as Director with "Brief Interviews with Hideous Men"
John Krasinski makes his directorial debut with the comedy-drama film "Brief Interviews with Hideous Men" in 2009.
2009: Krasinski Stars in "Away We Go" and "It's Complicated"
John Krasinski stars in the comedy-drama "Away We Go" and the romantic comedy "It's Complicated" in 2009.
July 2010: Marriage to Emily Blunt
In July 2010, John Krasinski and Emily Blunt got married in Como, Italy.
2011: Krasinski Stars in "Something Borrowed"
John Krasinski stars in the romantic comedy "Something Borrowed," based on the novel by Emily Giffin, in 2011.
2011: Krasinski Stars in "Something Borrowed"
John Krasinski co-stars with Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate Hudson, and Colin Egglesfield in the romantic comedy "Something Borrowed" in 2011.
2011: New Era/MLB Ad Campaign
In 2011, John Krasinski starred in a New Era/MLB ad campaign with Alec Baldwin, playing off the rivalry between the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees.
September 11, 2012: Benghazi Attacks
On September 11, 2012, Islamic militants launched attacks on the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, an event that would later be depicted in the biographical war film "13 Hours" (2016), starring John Krasinski.
December 28, 2012: Release of "Promised Land"
On December 28, 2012, "Promised Land", a drama film co-written, co-produced, and starring John Krasinski, was released. The film, based on a story by Dave Eggers and inspired by a New York Times series, explores the ethical dilemmas of corporate drilling rights in rural communities.
2012: Starring Roles in "Big Miracle" and "Nobody Walks"
In 2012, John Krasinski starred in two films: "Big Miracle," a biopic about the 1988 rescue of gray whales in Alaska, where he played reporter Adam Carlson, and "Nobody Walks," an independent drama where his performance as Peter, a sound designer experiencing romantic feelings for a young artist, earned critical acclaim.
2012: Krasinski Stars in "Promised Land"
John Krasinski stars in the drama film "Promised Land" in 2012.
February 2013: Special Mention Award at the 63rd Berlin International Film Festival
In February 2013, "Promised Land", co-written, co-produced, and starring John Krasinski, received the Special Mention Award at the 63rd Berlin International Film Festival.
2013: Founding of Sunday Night Production Company
John Krasinski co-founded the production company Sunday Night in 2013 with Allyson Seeger, securing an overall deal with Twentieth Century Fox Television, marking a significant step in his career as a producer.
2013: Krasinski Voices a Character in "Monsters University"
John Krasinski lends his voice to the animated film "Monsters University" in 2013.
2013: "The Office" Ends
John Krasinski's run on "The Office" concludes in 2013 after nine seasons.
2013: "The Office" Ends; Krasinski Starts Production Company
John Krasinski's time on "The Office" comes to an end in 2013. The same year, he establishes his production company, Sunday Night Productions.
2014: Publication of "13 Hours"
In 2014, Mitchell Zuckoff's book "13 Hours" was published, detailing the events of the 2012 Benghazi attack, which would later be adapted into a film starring John Krasinski.
2014: Collaboration on "Manchester by the Sea"
John Krasinski collaborated with Matt Damon on the 2016 drama "Manchester by the Sea", contributing an original idea for the film. The film, directed by Kenneth Lonergan and starring Casey Affleck and Michelle Williams, garnered critical acclaim and received six nominations at the 89th Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
April 2, 2015: Premiere of "Lip Sync Battle"
On April 2, 2015, "Lip Sync Battle", a musical reality competition television series executive produced by John Krasinski, Stephen Merchant, and Krasinski's wife, Emily Blunt, premiered on Spike. The show, originating from a segment on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon", became a major success, marking the highest-rated non-scripted premiere in Spike's history.
2015: Krasinski Stars in "Aloha"
John Krasinski stars in the romantic comedy-drama "Aloha" in 2015.
2015: "Lip Sync Battle" Premieres
The reality show "Lip Sync Battle," co-created by John Krasinski, premieres in 2015.
January 24, 2016: Premiere of "The Hollars"
On January 24, 2016, "The Hollars", a comedy-drama directed by and starring John Krasinski, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. The film, produced under his Sunday Night banner, explored the dynamics of a dysfunctional family and garnered positive reviews for its humor and compassion.
May 2016: Off-Broadway Debut and Theatre World Award
John Krasinski made his Off-Broadway debut in the play "Dry Powder" in March 2016, the play ran until May 2016. His performance, alongside Hank Azaria, Claire Danes, and Sanjit De Silva, received critical acclaim, leading to a sold-out run at The Public Theater in New York City and earning him the Theatre World Award for Outstanding Debut Performance later that year.
July 2016: Emmy Award Nomination for "Lip Sync Battle"
In July 2016, "Lip Sync Battle", executive produced by John Krasinski, received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination in the Outstanding Structured Reality Program category, showcasing its impact on television entertainment.
September 2016: Premiere of Prada Short Film
In September 2016, John Krasinski co-starred in "Past Forward," a black and white short film directed by David O. Russell for the Italian luxury fashion house Prada, premiering at Milan Fashion Week.
October 2016: Live Reading of "Good Will Hunting" Screenplay
In October 2016, John Krasinski directed a live reading of the "Good Will Hunting" (1997) screenplay at New York's Skirball Theater, bringing together the original stars Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, alongside Emily Blunt, for a one-off stage event.
2016: Release of "Manchester by the Sea" and "Aloha"
In 2016, John Krasinski's film "Manchester by the Sea" was released to critical acclaim, earning six Academy Award nominations. The same year, Krasinski starred in Cameron Crowe's romantic comedy-drama "Aloha," which, in contrast, faced negative reception and controversy.
2016: Krasinski Stars in "13 Hours" and "The Hollars"
John Krasinski appears in the action thriller "13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi" and directs and stars in the comedy-drama "The Hollars" in 2016.
July 2017: Release of "Detroit"
In July 2017, Kathryn Bigelow's film "Detroit," starring John Krasinski, was released. The film, set during the 1967 Detroit riots, premiered around the 50th anniversary of the events and on the anniversary of the Algiers Motel incident depicted in the film.
August 31, 2018: Premiere of "Jack Ryan"
On August 31, 2018, "Jack Ryan", a television series starring John Krasinski as the titular character, premiered on Amazon Video. Krasinski became the fifth actor to portray Jack Ryan, following Alec Baldwin, Harrison Ford, Ben Affleck, and Chris Pine. The series was renewed for a second season four months before its premiere, driven by the critical and commercial success of "A Quiet Place".
2018: Release of "A Quiet Place" and Time 100 Recognition
In 2018, John Krasinski directed, co-wrote, and starred in the post-apocalyptic horror thriller "A Quiet Place," alongside his wife Emily Blunt. The film, released by Paramount Pictures, received critical acclaim, achieving a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and grossing over $340 million worldwide. Its success led to Krasinski's inclusion in Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world and the development of the "A Quiet Place" film series.
2018: "A Quiet Place" Released and Krasinski Makes Time 100
In 2018, John Krasinski directs, co-writes, and co-stars in the horror film "A Quiet Place," which becomes a critical and commercial success. His work on the film earns him a spot on Time magazine's list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
2018: Krasinski Stars in "Jack Ryan"
John Krasinski takes on the title role in the Amazon Prime Video thriller series "Jack Ryan" in 2018.
October 2019: Krasinski Launches Viral Fundraising Campaign for Family Reach
In October 2019, for his 40th birthday, John Krasinski initiated a viral fundraising campaign for Family Reach, a non-profit organization that supports families facing cancer. The campaign, publicized on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", aimed to raise funds for families struggling with the financial burden of cancer treatment and garnered over $500,000.
2019: "Lip Sync Battle" Ends
The reality show "Lip Sync Battle" concludes in 2019.
March 2020: Launch of Some Good News
In March 2020, John Krasinski launched a web series titled Some Good News on YouTube in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The series highlighted positive news stories and featured numerous celebrities. It garnered 72 million views and 2.58 million subscribers over nine episodes.
March 20, 2020: A Quiet Place Part II Delay
Initially scheduled for March 20, 2020, the release of John Krasinski's film A Quiet Place Part II was delayed due to COVID-19 as theatres began to shut down the week of March 16.
April 17, 2020: Virtual Prom on Some Good News
On April 17, 2020, John Krasinski hosted a livestream virtual prom for high schoolers whose proms were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event drew 210,000 viewers and featured live performances from artists like Billie Eilish, Finneas, the Jonas Brothers, and DJ D-Nice.
May 2020: Launch of Some Good Merch
In May 2020, John Krasinski partnered with Sevenly, 5th Element, and the Starbucks Foundation to launch Some Good Merch, an online store raising financial support for social causes during the COVID-19 pandemic. The store raised nearly $500,000 within one month and over $2 million by 2021.
May 22, 2020: ViacomCBS Acquisition Announcement
On May 22, 2020, ViacomCBS announced they had acquired John Krasinski's web series Some Good News to air on CBS All Access. However, Krasinski later confirmed that they did not move forward with development plans for the company's streaming platform.
June 2020: Some Good Merch Supports BLM
In June 2020, Some Good Merch, under John Krasinski's guidance, added donation options for the Black Lives Matter organization and the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund.
December 2020: Toys for Tots Donation Option Added
In December 2020, following the release of the ninth episode of Some Good News, Toys for Tots was made available as an additional charitable option on Sevenly, an organization providing toys to children in need around the Christmas holiday.
December 2020: Some Good News Holiday Special Raises Funds for Toys for Tots
During the December 2020 "holiday special" episode of "Some Good News", Krasinski, through his production company Sunday Night Productions, secured a $5 million donation from FedEx to the Toys for Tots Holiday Drive.
2020: Super Bowl Commercial for Hyundai Sonata
In 2020, John Krasinski starred in a popular Super Bowl commercial for the 2020 Hyundai Sonata's Smart Park feature, alongside fellow Bostonians Chris Evans, Rachel Dratch, and David Ortiz.
2020: "A Quiet Place Part II" Released
John Krasinski writes and directs the sequel to "A Quiet Place," titled "A Quiet Place Part II," which is released in 2020.
January 20, 2021: Inauguration Celebration Address
On January 20, 2021, John Krasinski spoke at President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris's inauguration celebration via a remote address from his home office.
May 2021: First-Look Deal with Paramount Pictures
In May 2021, John Krasinski's production company, Sunday Night Productions, signed a first-look deal with Paramount Pictures.
May 28, 2021: A Quiet Place Part II Release
On May 28, 2021, A Quiet Place Part II was released to positive reviews and became a box office success. It was the first film of the pandemic era to cross $100 million at the domestic box office.
May 2022: Marvel Cinematic Universe Debut
In May 2022, John Krasinski made his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut as Reed Richards / Mister Fantastic in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
June 2022: Voiced Superman in DC League of Super-Pets
In June 2022, John Krasinski voiced Superman in the animated film DC League of Super-Pets.
July 2022: Delay of Fantasy Comedy IF
In July 2022, the release date of John Krasinski's fantasy comedy IF was delayed to May 24, 2024.
2023: "Jack Ryan" Ends
John Krasinski's run as the title character in the Amazon Prime Video thriller series "Jack Ryan" concludes in 2023.