Career Timeline of Kelvin Harrison Jr.: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Kelvin Harrison Jr. built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Kelvin Harrison Jr. is an accomplished American actor recognized for his compelling performances. He has garnered critical acclaim, including a Screen Actors Guild Award. He has also been nominated for prestigious awards such as a British Academy Film Award, a Gotham Award, and an Independent Spirit Award. Harrison Jr. is a rising star in the entertainment industry.
2012: Cast in 'Ender's Game'
In 2012, Kelvin Harrison Jr. was cast in "Ender's Game", based on the 1985 novel.
2013: Early roles in 'Ender's Game' and '12 Years a Slave'
In 2013, Kelvin Harrison Jr. began his acting career with small roles in the films "Ender's Game" and "12 Years a Slave."
2016: Appearance in 'Underground', 'Roots', and 'The Birth of a Nation'
In 2016, Kelvin Harrison Jr. appeared in an episode of "Underground", the remake of "Roots", and had a small role in "The Birth of a Nation".
April 29, 2017: 'It Comes at Night' Premiere at Overlook Film Festival
On April 29, 2017, the psychological horror film "It Comes at Night", starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Travis, premiered at the Overlook Film Festival at Timberline Lodge in Oregon.
June 9, 2017: Theatrical Release of 'It Comes at Night'
On June 9, 2017, the film "It Comes at Night", starring Kelvin Harrison Jr., was theatrically released in the United States by A24 and received positive reviews.
2017: Breakthrough Performance in 'It Comes at Night'
In 2017, Kelvin Harrison Jr. had his breakthrough performance as Travis in the horror film "It Comes at Night".
2018: Starring in Three Films Premiering at Sundance Film Festival
In 2018, Kelvin Harrison Jr. starred in three films that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival: "Monsters and Men", "Assassination Nation", and "Monster".
August 30, 2019: 'Waves' Premieres at Telluride Film Festival
On August 30, 2019, the film "Waves", starring Kelvin Harrison Jr., premiered to critical acclaim at the Telluride Film Festival.
2019: Recognition for Work in 'Luce' and 'Waves'
In 2019, Kelvin Harrison Jr. gained wider recognition for his work in the films "Luce" and "Waves".
2019: Starring in 'Luce' and 'The Wolf Hour'
In 2019, Kelvin Harrison Jr. starred in two films that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, the social thriller "Luce" and psychological thriller "The Wolf Hour".
2020: Roles in 'The High Note' and 'The Trial of the Chicago 7'
In 2020, Kelvin Harrison Jr. appeared in films such as "The High Note" and "The Trial of the Chicago 7".
August 2021: Cast in Mufasa: The Lion King
In August 2021, it was announced that Kelvin Harrison Jr. would voice young Scar in "Mufasa: The Lion King".
2021: Appearance in 'Cyrano'
In 2021, Kelvin Harrison Jr. appeared in the film "Cyrano".
2021: Portrayal of Christian in 'Cyrano'
In 2021, Kelvin Harrison Jr. portrayed Christian in Joe Wright's "Cyrano", a musical film adaptation.
January 2022: Cast as Jean-Michel Basquiat in Samo Lives
In January 2022, it was reported that Kelvin Harrison Jr. will portray Jean-Michel Basquiat in "Samo Lives".
2022: Starring Role in 'Chevalier' and Appearance in 'Elvis'
In 2022, Kelvin Harrison Jr. played the starring role in the film "Chevalier" and also appeared in "Elvis".
2022: Portrayal of B.B. King and Starring role in Chevalier
In 2022, Kelvin Harrison Jr. portrayed B. B. King in "Elvis" and starred as Joseph Bologne in "Chevalier".
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