Career Timeline of Kirsten Dunst: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Kirsten Dunst made an impact.
Kirsten Dunst is an accomplished American actress who began her career in 1989 with "New York Stories." She has starred in numerous film and television projects, earning critical acclaim and recognition throughout her career. She has received several prestigious award nominations, including an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and four Golden Globe Awards, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
1989: Acting Debut in New York Stories
In 1989, Kirsten Dunst made her feature film debut with a minor role in Woody Allen's short film Oedipus Wrecks, which was released as part of the anthology film New York Stories.
1994: Breakthrough Role in Interview with the Vampire
In 1994, Kirsten Dunst achieved her breakthrough role as Claudia, a child vampire, in the horror drama Interview with the Vampire. Her performance garnered critical acclaim and earned her a Golden Globe nomination.
1994: Co-starred in Little Women
In 1994, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in the drama film Little Women alongside Winona Ryder and Claire Danes. The film was critically acclaimed.
1994: Little Women Acclaim
In 1994, Little Women was one of Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
1995: Starred in Jumanji
In 1995, Kirsten Dunst starred in the fantasy adventure film Jumanji, a loose adaptation of Chris Van Allsburg's children's book. The film was a financial success.
1997: Voiced Young Anastasia in Anastasia
In 1997, Kirsten Dunst voiced the character of Young Anastasia in the animated musical film Anastasia.
1999: Appeared in Savage Garden's music video I Knew I Loved You
In 1999, Kirsten Dunst appeared in Savage Garden's music video for their song, "I Knew I Loved You", which was the first single from their album Affirmation.
1999: Starred in Drop Dead Gorgeous and The Virgin Suicides
In 1999, Kirsten Dunst starred in the satirical black comedy Drop Dead Gorgeous and the drama The Virgin Suicides, the latter marking her first collaboration with Sofia Coppola.
2000: Leading Role in Bring It On
In 2000, Kirsten Dunst starred as Torrance Shipman in the cheerleading comedy film Bring It On. The film received mostly positive reviews.
2001: Singing Debut in Get Over It
In 2001, Kirsten Dunst made her singing debut in the comedy film Get Over It, performing two songs written by Marc Shaiman.
2002: Starred in Spider-Man
In 2002, Kirsten Dunst starred as Mary Jane Watson opposite Tobey Maguire in the superhero film Spider-Man, directed by Sam Raimi. The film was a critical and commercial success.
2002: Spider-Man Acclaim
In 2002, Spider-Man was one of Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
2002: Won Best Actress Silver Ombú award at the 2002 Mar del Plata International Film Festival
Kirsten Dunst won the Best Actress Silver Ombú award at the 2002 Mar del Plata International Film Festival for her role as actress Marion Davies in the historical drama The Cat's Meow
2004: Spider-Man 2 and Wimbledon Release
In 2004, Kirsten Dunst reprised her role as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man 2, which was a critical and commercial success, grossing $783 million worldwide. Also in 2004, she co-starred in the romantic comedy Wimbledon as a rising tennis player.
2004: Spider-Man 2 and Eternal Sunshine Acclaim
In 2004, Spider-Man 2 and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind were among Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
2005: Elizabethtown Premiere
In 2005, Kirsten Dunst co-starred with Orlando Bloom in Cameron Crowe's Elizabethtown, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and received mixed reviews.
2006: Marie Antoinette Release
In 2006, Kirsten Dunst starred as Marie Antoinette in Sofia Coppola's historical drama Marie Antoinette, based on Antonia Fraser's book Marie Antoinette: The Journey, which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival and grossed $60 million at the box office.
2007: Spider-Man 3 Release
In 2007, Kirsten Dunst reprised her role as Mary Jane Watson in Spider-Man 3, which received mixed reviews but grossed $891 million worldwide, becoming her highest-grossing film to the end of 2008.
2007: Nighttiming Album and Album Remarks
In 2007, Kirsten Dunst sang two tracks on Jason Schwartzman's solo album Nighttiming. She also stated she had no intention to release albums, finding the idea cheesy.
March 2008: Leaves Treatment Center, Begins Filming
In March 2008, Kirsten Dunst left the Cirque Lodge treatment center and began filming All Good Things.
September 2008: Supports Breast Cancer Awareness
In September 2008, Kirsten Dunst participated in the Stand Up to Cancer telethon to raise funds for cancer research.
2008: Continued Success of Spider-Man 3
By the end of 2008, Spider-Man 3 was Kirsten Dunst's highest-grossing film.
2008: How to Lose Friends & Alienate People Release
In 2008, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in the comedy How to Lose Friends & Alienate People, based on Toby Young's memoir. The film received mostly negative reviews.
October 1, 2009: Akihabara Majokko Princess Exhibition
On October 1, 2009, the short film Akihabara Majokko Princess, directed by Takashi Murakami and McG and starring Kirsten Dunst, was shown at the "Pop Life" exhibition in London's Tate Modern gallery.
December 5, 2009: Participates in Teletón in Mexico
On December 5, 2009, Kirsten Dunst participated in the Teletón in Mexico to raise awareness for cancer treatment and children's rehabilitation.
January 2010: Spider-Man 4 Cancellation
In January 2010, the planned fourth Spider-Man film was canceled, and the film series was announced to be restarted, removing Kirsten Dunst from the franchise.
January 17, 2010: End Date of Pop Life Exhibition
On January 17, 2010, the "Pop Life" exhibition in London's Tate Modern gallery, which featured Kirsten Dunst's short film Akihabara Majokko Princess, concluded.
2010: Directorial Debut and All Good Things Release
In 2010, Kirsten Dunst made her screenwriting and directorial debut with the short film Bastard, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and Cannes Film Festival. Also in 2010, she co-starred in All Good Things, which received fair reviews but was a commercial failure.
2011: Fight For Your Right Revisited Cameo
In 2011, Kirsten Dunst made a cameo in Beastie Boys' music video "Fight For Your Right Revisited", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.
2011: Melancholia Premiere and Awards
In 2011, Kirsten Dunst starred in Lars von Trier's Melancholia, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and received positive reviews, particularly for Dunst's performance. She won several awards, including the Best Actress Award at Cannes and from the U.S. National Society of Film Critics.
2011: Melancholia Acclaim
In 2011, Melancholia was one of Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
December 21, 2012: On the Road Release
On December 21, 2012, On the Road, an adaptation of Jack Kerouac's novel, in which Kirsten Dunst played Camille Moriarty, was released in the United States. The film premiered at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival and gained mixed reviews.
2014: The Two Faces of January Release and Cosmos Appearance
In 2014, Kirsten Dunst starred in The Two Faces of January alongside Viggo Mortensen and Oscar Isaac. Also in 2014, she voiced a character in an episode of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey and guest appeared in an episode of Portlandia.
2014: The Two Faces of January Acclaim
In 2014, The Two Faces of January was one of Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
2015: Fargo Casting
In 2015, Kirsten Dunst was cast as Peggy Blumquist in the second season of the FX crime dark comedy-drama Fargo, which earned her nominations for the Golden Globe Award and Primetime Emmy Award.
2016: Midnight Special, Hidden Figures, and Cannes Jury
In 2016, Kirsten Dunst co-starred in Midnight Special and Hidden Figures. Hidden Figures was a commercial success, grossing $236 million worldwide. Also in 2016, Dunst served as a member of the main competition jury of the Cannes Film Festival.
2017: Hidden Figures Acclaim
In 2017, Hidden Figures was one of Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
2017: The Beguiled Release
In 2017, Kirsten Dunst starred in The Beguiled, a remake of the 1971 film. It was her third collaboration with Sofia Coppola.
September 2019: On Becoming a God in Central Florida Renewed
In September 2019, Showtime renewed On Becoming a God in Central Florida, starring Kirsten Dunst, for a second season.
November 17, 2021: The Power of the Dog Theatrical Release
On November 17, 2021, The Power of the Dog, starring Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons, was given a limited theatrical release in the USA.
2021: The Power of the Dog Acclaim
In 2021, The Power of the Dog was one of Kirsten Dunst's most acclaimed films.
2024: Civil War Release
In 2024, Kirsten Dunst starred in Civil War, a dystopian thriller directed by Alex Garland.
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