History of Justin Theroux in Timeline

Justin Theroux is an American actor and filmmaker notable for his collaborations with David Lynch in *Mulholland Drive* and *Inland Empire*. He has appeared in a variety of films, including *Romy and Michele's High School Reunion*, *American Psycho*, *Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle*, *Miami Vice*, *Wanderlust*, *The Girl on the Train*, *The Spy Who Dumped Me*, *On the Basis of Sex*, *Bumblebee*, *Lady and the Tramp*, and *Beetlejuice Beetlejuice*.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1938: Father Eugene Albert Theroux Born

In 1938, Eugene Albert Theroux, Justin Theroux's father, was born. He is a lawyer at Baker & McKenzie in Washington.

1955: Original Lady and the Tramp Film Release

In 2019, Justin Theroux voiced Tramp in the Disney+ live-action film Lady and the Tramp, a remake of the 1955 film with the same name.

August 10, 1971: Justin Theroux Born

On August 10, 1971, Justin Paul Theroux was born. He is an American actor and filmmaker.

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1981: Publication of The Mosquito Coast Novel

In 2021, Justin Theroux portrayed Allie Fox in the Apple TV+ television series The Mosquito Coast, a television adaptation from the 1981 novel of the same name written by Paul Theroux, Justin Theroux's uncle.

1988: Original Beetlejuice Film Release

In 2024, Justin Theroux co-stars in the Beetlejuice (1988) sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.

1993: Graduated from Bennington College

In 1993, Justin Theroux graduated from Bennington College with a B.A. in visual arts and drama.

1996: Film Debut in I Shot Andy Warhol

In 1996, Justin Theroux made his film debut in Mary Harron's I Shot Andy Warhol.

1997: Romy and Michele's High School Reunion Film Appearance

In 1997, Justin Theroux appeared in the film Romy and Michele's High School Reunion.

1997: Began Relationship with Heidi Bivens

In 1997, Justin Theroux began a relationship with stylist and costume designer Heidi Bivens.

2000: American Psycho Film Appearance

In 2000, Justin Theroux appeared in the film American Psycho.

2001: Mulholland Drive Film Appearance

In 2001, Justin Theroux gained recognition for his work with director David Lynch in the mystery film Mulholland Drive.

2003: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle Film Appearance

In 2003, Justin Theroux appeared in the film Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle.

2003: Featured in Muse's "Hysteria" Music Video

In 2003, Justin Theroux was featured in a music video for the British band Muse for their song "Hysteria".

2005: Strangers with Candy Film Appearance

In 2005, Justin Theroux appeared in the film Strangers with Candy.

2006: Inland Empire and Miami Vice Film Appearances

In 2006, Justin Theroux appeared in the thriller film Inland Empire and the film Miami Vice.

2006: Directed First Film, Dedication

In 2006, Justin Theroux directed his first film, Dedication.

2007: Directorial Debut with Dedication

In 2007, Justin Theroux made his directorial debut with the romantic comedy film Dedication.

2007: Dedication Premiered at Sundance Film Festival

In 2007, Justin Theroux's film Dedication premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. He also had roles in two other films at the festival, Broken English and The Ten.

2008: Played John Hancock in John Adams

In 2008, Justin Theroux played John Hancock in the HBO miniseries John Adams.

2008: Screenwriter for Tropic Thunder

In 2008, Justin Theroux was a screenwriter for the action comedy film Tropic Thunder.

2009: Voice Cast for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

In 2009, Justin Theroux was part of the voice cast for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and played Justin in Parks and Recreation.

2010: Screenwriter for Iron Man 2

In 2010, Justin Theroux was a screenwriter for the superhero film Iron Man 2.

2011: Ended Relationship with Heidi Bivens and Began Dating Jennifer Aniston

In 2011, Justin Theroux ended his relationship with Heidi Bivens and began dating actress Jennifer Aniston after working with her on the film Wanderlust.

2011: Acted in Your Highness

In 2011, Justin Theroux returned to acting in the film Your Highness, as Leezar, an evil wizard who kidnaps a princess.

August 2012: Engagement to Jennifer Aniston

In August 2012, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston became engaged.

August 2012: Hired to Direct and Rewrite Swear to God

In August 2012, Justin Theroux was hired to direct and rewrite the script for the comedy film Swear to God.

2012: Wanderlust Film Appearance

In 2012, Justin Theroux appeared in the film Wanderlust.

2012: Screenwriter for Rock of Ages

In 2012, Justin Theroux was a screenwriter for the musical comedy drama Rock of Ages.

June 2013: Cast as Lead in The Leftovers Pilot

In June 2013, Justin Theroux was cast as the lead character in HBO's TV pilot The Leftovers.

September 2013: HBO Orders The Leftovers

In September 2013, HBO ordered The Leftovers as a 10-episode season.

June 29, 2014: The Leftovers Premiered

On June 29, 2014, The Leftovers series, starring Justin Theroux, premiered. It is based on a book of the same name by Tom Perrotta.

2014: Starred in The Leftovers

In 2014, Justin Theroux starred as Kevin Garvey in the HBO mystery drama series The Leftovers.

August 5, 2015: Married Jennifer Aniston

On August 5, 2015, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston got married.

2016: The Girl on the Train Film Appearance

In 2016, Justin Theroux appeared in the film The Girl on the Train.

2016: Co-wrote and Reprised Role in Zoolander 2

In 2016, Justin Theroux co-wrote the sequel Zoolander 2 and reprised his role as Evil DJ in the film.

2017: The Leftovers Series Ends

In 2017, Justin Theroux received widespread praise for his role as Kevin Garvey in the HBO mystery drama series The Leftovers, which concluded its run this year. He was also nominated for the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Actor in a Drama Series for his role.

2017: Voiced The Evil Lord Garmadon in The Lego Ninjago Movie

In 2017, Justin Theroux voiced the character The Evil Lord Garmadon in the film The Lego Ninjago Movie.

2017: Separated from Jennifer Aniston

On February 15, 2018, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston announced they had separated at the end of 2017.

February 15, 2018: Separation Announcement from Jennifer Aniston

On February 15, 2018, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston announced they had separated at the end of 2017.

2018: The Spy Who Dumped Me, On the Basis of Sex, and Bumblebee Film Appearances

In 2018, Justin Theroux appeared in the films The Spy Who Dumped Me, On the Basis of Sex, and Bumblebee.

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2018: Played James Mantleray in Maniac

In 2018, Justin Theroux played savant neurochemist James Mantleray in the Netflix comedy drama miniseries Maniac opposite Emma Stone and Jonah Hill.

2018: Starred in Maniac

In 2018, Justin Theroux starred as Dr. James Mantleray in the Netflix comedy drama miniseries Maniac.

2019: Lady and the Tramp Film Appearance

In 2019, Justin Theroux appeared in the film Lady and the Tramp.

2019: Produced Live in Front of a Studio Audience

In 2019, Justin Theroux produced the ABC television event Live in Front of a Studio Audience alongside Norman Lear, Jimmy Kimmel and Will Ferrell. He received a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety Special (Live) for producing the event.