Rise to Success: Career Highlights of John Slattery
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how John Slattery made an impact.
John Slattery is an acclaimed American actor and director, best known for his iconic portrayal of Roger Sterling in the critically lauded television drama series Mad Men. His performance in the role earned him multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Throughout his prolific career, Slattery has showcased his versatility across diverse media, appearing in major films such as Spotlight, Charlie Wilson's War, and several installments within the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Howard Stark. In addition to his on-screen work, he has demonstrated his directorial talents on both television episodes and feature films like God's Pocket. With a career spanning decades, Slattery has established himself as a respected figure in Hollywood, recognized for his sophisticated screen presence and ability to bring complex characters to life with depth and precision.
1929: Narration of A Farewell to Arms
John Slattery narrated the audiobook version of Ernest Hemingway's classic 1929 novel, A Farewell to Arms.
1984: Graduation from Catholic University of America
In 1984, John Slattery successfully completed his undergraduate studies and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Catholic University of America.
1991: Lead role in Homefront
In 1991, John Slattery began his role as a series lead in the television drama Homefront.
1993: Conclusion of Homefront role
In 1993, John Slattery finished his tenure as a lead actor on the television series Homefront.
1998: Lead role in Maggie
In 1998, John Slattery started his role as a series lead in the television sitcom Maggie.
1999: Conclusion of Maggie role
In 1999, John Slattery completed his work as a series lead on the television show Maggie.
2004: Roles in Jack & Bobby and Desperate Housewives
In 2004, John Slattery began starring as a lead in Jack & Bobby and concurrently started a recurring role in Desperate Housewives.
2005: Conclusion of Jack & Bobby role
In 2005, John Slattery concluded his lead television role on the series Jack & Bobby.
2006: Appearance in Flags of Our Fathers
In 2006, John Slattery acted in the feature film Flags of Our Fathers.
March 2007: Role in Desperate Housewives
In March 2007, John Slattery began a recurring role on the television show Desperate Housewives, playing the character Victor Lang, who served as the second husband to Gabrielle Solis until the character was killed off in the show's fourth season.
2007: Roles in Reservation Road and Charlie Wilson's War
During 2007, John Slattery showcased his acting abilities in two films, Reservation Road and Charlie Wilson's War.
2007: Debut of Mad Men
In 2007, John Slattery began his prominent role as Roger Sterling in the AMC drama series Mad Men, a performance that would eventually lead to multiple major award nominations and wins.
2007: Conclusion of Desperate Housewives role
In 2007, John Slattery finished his recurring role in the television series Desperate Housewives.
2007: Narration of Falling Man
In 2007, John Slattery provided the narration for the audiobook version of Don DeLillo's novel, Falling Man.
2008: Narration of Duma Key
During 2008, John Slattery performed as the narrator for the audiobook edition of Stephen King's psychological horror novel, Duma Key.
2010: Appearance in 30 Rock
In 2010, John Slattery made recurring appearances in the comedy television series 30 Rock.
2010: Role of Howard Stark in Iron Man 2
In 2010, John Slattery played the character Howard Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Iron Man 2.
2011: Role in The Adjustment Bureau
In 2011, John Slattery acted in the film The Adjustment Bureau.
2013: Directorial Debut for God's Pocket
In 2013, John Slattery began directing his first feature film titled God's Pocket, which he co-wrote alongside Alex Metcalf.
2013: Appearance in Arrested Development
In 2013, John Slattery held a recurring role on the television series Arrested Development.
2014: Directorial Debut with God's Pocket
In 2014, John Slattery transitioned into directing by releasing his directorial film debut, God's Pocket.
2014: Premiere of God's Pocket
In 2014, the film God's Pocket premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and secured a distribution deal with IFC Films.
2015: Role in Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp
In 2015, John Slattery appeared in a recurring role for the television production Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp.
2015: Professional accomplishments in film and television
In 2015, John Slattery took on the role of journalist Ben Bradlee Jr. in the acclaimed drama film Spotlight and starred in the Netflix series Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, which led to a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination for his guest performance.
2016: Role of Howard Stark in Captain America: Civil War
In 2016, John Slattery continued his portrayal of Howard Stark in the film Captain America: Civil War.
2016: Role in Veep
In 2016, John Slattery performed a recurring role in the television show Veep.
2017: Role in Churchill
In 2017, John Slattery participated in the production of the film Churchill.
2019: Role in Modern Love
In 2019, John Slattery featured in a recurring role for the television series Modern Love.
2019: Role of Howard Stark in Avengers: Endgame
In 2019, John Slattery made an appearance as Howard Stark in the major film release Avengers: Endgame.
2020: Roles in neXt and Mrs. America
In 2020, John Slattery acted as a series lead in the show neXt and also held a recurring role in the series Mrs. America.
2022: Role in The Good Fight
In 2022, John Slattery appeared in a recurring role on the television drama The Good Fight.
2022: Role in Confess, Fletch
In 2022, John Slattery was featured in the movie Confess, Fletch.
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