Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Joshua Jackson
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Joshua Jackson made an impact.
Joshua Jackson is a Canadian-American actor recognized for his diverse roles across television. He gained prominence as Pacey Witter on 'Dawson's Creek' and later starred as Peter Bishop in the sci-fi series 'Fringe'. Jackson further showcased his talent in 'The Affair' and earned a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination for his portrayal of Christopher Duntsch in 'Dr. Death'. His filmography also includes appearances in 'When They See Us', 'Little Fires Everywhere', and 'Doctor Odyssey', establishing him as a versatile performer.
1991: Crooked Hearts Role
In 1991, Joshua Jackson began his acting career with a small role in the film 'Crooked Hearts'.
1992: Mighty Ducks Film Series Start
In 1992, Joshua Jackson's role in the Mighty Ducks film series brought him to prominence.
1996: Mighty Ducks Film Series End
In 1996, Joshua Jackson concluded his role in the Mighty Ducks film series.
1998: Apt Pupil Release
In 1998, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'Apt Pupil'. He also starred in the movie 'Urban Legend' that same year.
1998: Dawson's Creek and Apt Pupil Release
In 1998, Joshua Jackson gained recognition for his role as Pacey Witter on the teen drama 'Dawson's Creek'. In the same year, he also appeared in the film 'Apt Pupil'.
1998: Dawson's Creek Debut
In 1998, Joshua Jackson started his role as Pacey Witter on 'Dawson's Creek', a show created by Kevin Williamson.
1999: Cruel Intentions Release
In 1999, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'Cruel Intentions'.
2000: The Skulls and Gossip Release
In 2000, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'The Skulls' and 'Gossip'.
2000: Guest Starring Roles
In 2000, Joshua Jackson guest-starred in Season 12 of 'The Simpsons' as Jesse Grass, and was cast as Beau in the movie 'Gossip'.
2001: The Safety of Objects Release
In 2001, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'The Safety of Objects'.
2002: The Laramie Project Release
In 2002, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'The Laramie Project'.
2003: End of Dawson's Creek
In 2003, 'Dawson's Creek', the teen drama featuring Joshua Jackson as Pacey Witter, concluded its run on The WB network.
2003: Film Roles After Dawson's Creek
In 2003, after 'Dawson's Creek' ended, Joshua Jackson played lead roles in films alongside Dennis Hopper, Harvey Keitel, and Donald Sutherland.
2003: Dawson's Creek Finale
In 2003, the WB network series 'Dawson's Creek', featuring Joshua Jackson as Pacey Witter, concluded.
2005: Cursed Release
In 2005, Joshua Jackson appeared in the movie 'Cursed'.
2005: Stage Debut on London West End
In 2005, Joshua Jackson made his stage debut on the London West End with Patrick Stewart in David Mamet's 'A Life in the Theatre'.
2008: Shutter and One Week Release
In 2008, Joshua Jackson appeared in 'Shutter' and 'One Week'. For his performance in 'One Week', Jackson won the Genie Award for Best Actor.
2008: Fringe Series Debut
In 2008, Joshua Jackson began playing the lead role of Peter Bishop in the science-fiction series 'Fringe'.
2008: Fringe Premiere and Shutter Release
In 2008, Joshua Jackson began starring as Peter Bishop in the science fiction series 'Fringe'. In the same year, he also appeared in the film 'Shutter'.
March 6, 2009: One Week Release
On March 6, 2009, the Canadian independent film 'One Week', starring and executive produced by Joshua Jackson, opened.
2009: Move Back to Vancouver
In 2009, Joshua Jackson moved back to Vancouver to shoot four seasons of 'Fringe'.
2009: Fringe's Ratings Success
In 2009, the series Fringe, where Joshua Jackson played Peter Bishop, was the second-highest rated new show of the season.
2013: Inescapable Film and Beyond the Fringe Comic Book
In 2013, Joshua Jackson appeared in the IFC film 'Inescapable' and wrote the first story from the comic book trilogy 'Beyond the Fringe'. He also starred in the television show 'The Affair'.
2013: End of Fringe Series
In 2013, Joshua Jackson finished playing the lead role of Peter Bishop in the science-fiction series 'Fringe'.
2013: Fringe Final Episode
On January 18, 2013, the last episode of Fringe was aired, marking the end of Joshua Jackson's four seasons shooting in Vancouver.
2014: The Affair Premiere
In 2014, Joshua Jackson began starring in Showtime's 'The Affair', playing a troubled married man.
March 2018: Broadway Debut in Children of a Lesser God
In March 2018, Joshua Jackson made his Broadway debut in 'Children of a Lesser God'.
May 2018: End of Broadway run
In May 2018, Joshua Jackson concluded his run in 'Children of a Lesser God'.
2018: End of The Affair
In 2018, Joshua Jackson concluded his role in 'The Affair'.
2019: When They See Us Miniseries
In 2019, Joshua Jackson starred as defense attorney Mickey Joseph in the miniseries 'When They See Us'.
2020: Little Fires Everywhere Release
In 2020, Joshua Jackson co-starred in 'Little Fires Everywhere'.
2021: Dr. Death Premiere
In 2021, Joshua Jackson starred in the Peacock crime drama series 'Dr. Death' as Christopher Duntsch.
2023: Fatal Attraction Lead Role
In 2023, Joshua Jackson played the lead role in the series 'Fatal Attraction'.
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