Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Kate Beckinsale
Discover the career path of Kate Beckinsale, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Kate Beckinsale is an English actress, born to actors Richard Beckinsale and Judy Loe. She began her acting career early, debuting in the daytime drama *Couples*.
1975: Debuted in Couples
In 1975, Kate Beckinsale debuted in the series premiere of the daytime drama "Couples".
1991: Television Debut
In 1991, Kate Beckinsale made her television debut with a small part in an ITV adaptation of P. D. James' "Devices and Desires".
1992: Starred in Rachel's Dream
In 1992, Kate Beckinsale starred alongside Christopher Eccleston in "Rachel's Dream," a 30‑minute Channel 4 short.
1993: Appeared in Anna Lee
In 1993, Kate Beckinsale appeared in the pilot of the ITV detective series, "Anna Lee," starring Imogen Stubbs.
1993: Theatrical Film Debut in Much Ado About Nothing
In 1993, Kate Beckinsale made her theatrical film debut with a role in Kenneth Branagh's adaptation of "Much Ado About Nothing" while studying at the University of Oxford.
1994: Appeared in Prince of Jutland and Uncovered
In 1994, Kate Beckinsale appeared as Christian Bale's love interest in "Prince of Jutland" and also starred in the murder mystery "Uncovered".
1994: Starred in Prince of Jutland
In 1994, Kate Beckinsale played a leading role in the British costume drama "Prince of Jutland".
1995: Appeared in Haunted and The Seagull
In 1995, Kate Beckinsale appeared in "Haunted", a ghost story, and made her professional stage debut as Nina in "The Seagull" at Theatre Royal, Bath. She also began a relationship with Michael Sheen.
1995: Starred in Cold Comfort Farm
In 1995, Kate Beckinsale starred in the British costume drama "Cold Comfort Farm".
1995: Filmed Marie-Louise ou la permission
In 1995, while studying in Paris, Kate Beckinsale filmed the French language movie "Marie-Louise ou la permission".
1996: Starred in Emma
In 1996, Kate Beckinsale starred in an ITV adaptation of Jane Austen's "Emma", playing the titular character.
1996: Starred in Sweetheart and Clocks and Whistles
In early 1996, Kate Beckinsale starred in two plays: "Sweetheart" at the Royal Court Theatre and "Clocks and Whistles" at the Bush Theatre.
1997: Romeo and Juliet audiobook production
In 1997, Kate Beckinsale and Michael Sheen voiced an audiobook production of Romeo and Juliet together.
1997: Appearance in George Michael's Waltz Away Dreaming music video
In 1997, Kate Beckinsale appeared in the music video for George Michael's "Waltz Away Dreaming."
1997: Appeared in Shooting Fish and Audio Productions
In 1997, Kate Beckinsale appeared opposite Stuart Townsend in the comedy "Shooting Fish" and narrated Austen's "Emma" for Hodder & Stoughton AudioBooks and Hendry's "The Proposal" for BBC Radio 4. She also played Juliet to Michael Sheen's Romeo in an audio production of Romeo and Juliet.
July 1998: Starred in Alice Through the Looking-Glass
In July 1998, Kate Beckinsale starred as Alice in Channel 4's "Alice Through the Looking-Glass", which was her last film before moving to the US.
1998: Starred in The Last Days of Disco
In 1998, Kate Beckinsale starred opposite Chloë Sevigny in "The Last Days of Disco", focusing on graduates socialising in the Manhattan disco scene.
1999: Appeared in Brokedown Palace
In 1999, Kate Beckinsale appeared opposite Claire Danes in "Brokedown Palace", a drama about young Americans dealing with the Thai justice system.
2000: Starred in The Golden Bowl
In 2000, Kate Beckinsale starred in "The Golden Bowl", her first role after the birth of her daughter. Michael Sheen hit Jeremy Northam on the film set.
2001: Rose to Fame in Pearl Harbor
In 2001, Kate Beckinsale rose to fame with a leading role in the war film "Pearl Harbor".
2001: Starred in Pearl Harbor and Serendipity
In 2001, Kate Beckinsale starred in the films "Pearl Harbor" and "Serendipity".
2001: Labelled an "English rose" by the BBC
In 2001, Kate Beckinsale was labelled an "English rose" by the BBC.
2001: Appeared in Serendipity
In 2001, Kate Beckinsale's second film appearance was in the romantic comedy "Serendipity".
2002: Starred in Laurel Canyon
In 2002, Kate Beckinsale starred in "Laurel Canyon" as a strait-laced academic attracted to her future mother-in-law. Although Frances McDormand's performance was praised, Beckinsale received negative reviews for her role in the movie. The film grossed over $4 million worldwide.
2002: Gap television advertisement with Orlando Bloom
In 2002, Kate Beckinsale starred opposite Orlando Bloom in a Gap television advertisement directed by Cameron Crowe.
2003: Appeared in flashforwards in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans
In 2003, Kate Beckinsale appeared in flashforwards in Underworld: Rise of the Lycans; she appeared in flashforwards composed of footage from 2003's Underworld.
2003: Played Selene in Underworld
In 2003, Kate Beckinsale began her role as Selene in the "Underworld" film series, marking a shift towards action films in her career.
2003: Starred in Underworld and Tiptoes
In 2003, Kate Beckinsale starred in "Underworld", marking a shift to action roles. The film received mixed reviews but was a box office success. Also in 2003, she starred in "Tiptoes".
2004: Diet Coke television advertisement
In 2004, Kate Beckinsale appeared in a Diet Coke television advertisement directed by Michel Gondry.
2004: Portrayed Ava Gardner in The Aviator
In 2004, Kate Beckinsale portrayed Ava Gardner in Martin Scorsese's Howard Hughes biopic, "The Aviator". Her performance received mixed reviews, with some critics praising her portrayal and others finding it unconvincing. The film grossed over $213 million worldwide.
2004: Starred in Van Helsing
In 2004, Kate Beckinsale starred in "Van Helsing". The movie grossed over $300 million worldwide, but received negative reviews. Beckinsale had just separated from Michael Sheen at the time of filming.
2004: Comments on Michael Bay's Criticism
In a 2004 interview, Kate Beckinsale addressed director Michael Bay's earlier comments about her appearance during the filming of "Pearl Harbor", finding them upsetting.
2006: Starred in Underworld: Evolution and Click
In 2006, Kate Beckinsale reprised her role in "Underworld: Evolution", directed by her husband, Len Wiseman. Her daughter had a small role in the film. The film was a box office success, grossing $111 million worldwide. Also in 2006, she appeared opposite Adam Sandler in "Click", a comedy that grossed $237 million worldwide.
2006: Starred in Click
In 2006, Kate Beckinsale starred in the film "Click".
2007: Appearance in Project "Speechless" video
In 2007, Kate Beckinsale appeared alongside David Schwimmer in the sixth of the Writers Guild of America member-conceived Internet videos for Project "Speechless," in support of the WGA labor strike.
2007: Appeared in Vacancy
In 2007, Kate Beckinsale appeared alongside Luke Wilson in the thriller "Vacancy". The film was profitable, grossing $35 million worldwide. Sarah Jessica Parker was originally cast in the part.
2007: Starred in Snow Angels
In 2007, Kate Beckinsale starred in the small-scale drama "Snow Angels".
2008: Appeared in Winged Creatures
In 2008, Kate Beckinsale appeared in "Winged Creatures", playing a waitressing single mother. The film received a very limited theatrical release, and was released simultaneously on DVD.
2008: Hosting the 4th Annual Pink Party
In 2008, Kate Beckinsale hosted the 4th Annual Pink Party to raise funds for the Women's Cancer Research Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and organised a screening of All About Eve for FilmAid International.
2008: Starred in Nothing but the Truth
In 2008, Kate Beckinsale starred in "Nothing but the Truth", as a journalist who refuses to reveal her source. Beckinsale received a Critic's Choice Award nomination for her performance. The film never received a full theatrical release after the distributor filed for bankruptcy and the film grossed solely $186,702 worldwide.
2009: Absolut Vodka print campaign
In 2009, Kate Beckinsale advertised Absolut Vodka in a print campaign photographed by Ellen von Unwerth.
2009: Starred in Whiteout
In 2009, Kate Beckinsale starred in "Whiteout", a comic-book adaptation. The film was a box office failure and critically panned. She also made a cameo in "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans", using footage from 2003's Underworld.
2009: Starred in Whiteout and Everybody's Fine
In 2009, Kate Beckinsale starred in the action film "Whiteout" and the small-scale drama "Everybody's Fine".
2009: Starred in Everybody's Fine
In 2009, Kate Beckinsale starred in the family drama "Everybody's Fine" alongside Robert De Niro. The film was a box office flop.
May 2010: Sat on the Cannes Film Festival Jury
In May 2010, Kate Beckinsale sat on the nine-member 2010 Cannes Film Festival jury, chaired by director Tim Burton.
2011: Expresses Fondness for Michael Bay
In 2011, Kate Beckinsale stated that she was "very fond" of director Michael Bay, despite his earlier criticisms.
2012: Appearance in Funny or Die video
In 2012, Kate Beckinsale appeared in the Funny or Die video "Republicans, Get in My Vagina," a satire of the Republican Party's policies.
2012: Appeared in Total Recall and Republicans, Get in My Vagina
In 2012, Kate Beckinsale appeared in the sci-fi action remake "Total Recall", directed by her husband Len Wiseman. The film received mainly negative reviews and grossed $198 million. Also in 2012, she appeared in the Funny or Die video "Republicans, Get in My Vagina".
2012: Joining Nestlé's Share the Joy of Reading Program
In 2012, Kate Beckinsale joined Nestlé's Share the Joy of Reading Program to raise awareness about the importance of people's literacy.
2012: Appeared in Contraband
In 2012, Kate Beckinsale returned to acting with appearances in action films, including "Contraband". The film grossed over $96 million worldwide.
2012: Starred in Contraband and Total Recall
In 2012, Kate Beckinsale starred in the action films "Contraband" and "Total Recall".
2013: Starred in The Trials of Cate McCall and Stonehearst Asylum
In 2013, Kate Beckinsale starred in "The Trials of Cate McCall", which received negative reviews and was released as a Lifetime movie. She also appeared in "Stonehearst Asylum", which received a lukewarm critical reception.
2014: Provided voice for Queen Ayrenn in The Elder Scrolls Online
In 2014, Kate Beckinsale provided the voice for Queen Ayrenn, a character in "The Elder Scrolls Online" video game.
2014: Starred in The Face of an Angel and appeared on Monty Python's Best Bits
In 2014, Kate Beckinsale starred in "The Face of an Angel" alongside Daniel Brühl. Also in 2014, she appeared on the fourth episode of Monty Python's Best Bits (Mostly) where she spoke of her favourite Python comedy sketch.
2015: Starred in Absolutely Anything
In 2015, Kate Beckinsale starred alongside Simon Pegg in the poorly received British comedy "Absolutely Anything".
2016: Starring in The Disappointments Room and Underworld: Blood Wars
In 2016, Kate Beckinsale starred in the horror film The Disappointments Room, which was critically panned and a box office failure. Later in 2016, she returned as Selene in Underworld: Blood Wars, the fifth installment of the Underworld franchise.
2016: Love & Friendship premiere and success
In 2016, Kate Beckinsale starred in the romantic comedy Love & Friendship, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. The film, based on Jane Austen's Lady Susan, was critically acclaimed and commercially successful.
2016: Underworld Film Series Ended and Starred in Love & Friendship
In 2016, Kate Beckinsale's role as Selene in the "Underworld" film series concluded. She also earned praise for her role in the small-scale drama "Love & Friendship" in the same year.
2017: Starring in The Only Living Boy in New York
In 2017, Kate Beckinsale starred in The Only Living Boy in New York, a romantic coming-of-age drama, alongside Pierce Brosnan, Callum Turner, and Jeff Bridges. The film received mediocre reviews and found a limited audience.
2018: Starring in Farming
In 2018, Kate Beckinsale starred as Ingrid Carpenter in the British film Farming.
2019: Returned to Television in The Widow
In 2019, Kate Beckinsale returned to television in the limited series "The Widow".
2019: Starring in The Widow
In 2019, Kate Beckinsale starred in The Widow, an ITV/Amazon Prime drama and her first TV series in over 20 years, playing a woman who believes her husband is still alive.
July 2021: Release of Jolt
In July 2021, Jolt, an American action comedy film starring Kate Beckinsale, was released by Amazon Studios.
2021: Starred in Jolt
In 2021, Kate Beckinsale starred in the action film "Jolt".
2021: Starring in Prisoner's Daughter
In 2021, it was announced that Kate Beckinsale would star in the Catherine Hardwicke-directed family drama Prisoner's Daughter.
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