Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Kristen Stewart
Discover the career path of Kristen Stewart, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Kristen Stewart is an American actress and filmmaker known for her roles in both blockbuster films and independent dramas. She's recognized for her naturalistic acting style and portrayal of complex characters. Having starred in films grossing over $4 billion worldwide, she has received numerous awards, including a British Academy Film Award and a César Award, along with nominations for an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award.
2001: Appearance in The Safety of Objects
In 2001, Kristen Stewart appeared in the independent film The Safety of Objects as the tomboy daughter of a troubled single mother.
2002: Breakthrough Role in Panic Room
In 2002, Kristen Stewart had her film breakthrough at age 12, playing the daughter of Jodie Foster's character in David Fincher's thriller, Panic Room.
2002: Role in Panic Room
In 2002, Kristen Stewart played the tomboy, diabetic daughter of a divorced mother in the thriller film Panic Room, directed by David Fincher. She was nominated for a Young Artist Award for her performance.
2003: Role in Cold Creek Manor
Following the success of Panic Room, Kristen Stewart was cast in another thriller, Cold Creek Manor in 2003, playing the daughter of Dennis Quaid and Sharon Stone's characters and receiving a Young Artist Award nomination for her performance.
2004: Starring Role in Catch That Kid
At age fourteen, in 2004, Kristen Stewart had her first starring role in the children's action-comedy Catch That Kid.
2004: Role of Lila in Undertow
In 2004, Kristen Stewart also played the role of Lila in the thriller, Undertow.
2004: Recognition for Speak
In 2004, Kristen Stewart gained further recognition for her performance in Speak.
2005: Appearance in Zathura: A Space Adventure
In 2005, Kristen Stewart appeared in the fantasy-adventure film Zathura: A Space Adventure, playing the role of Lisa Budwing. The film was praised by critics.
2006: Role in Fierce People
In 2006, Kristen Stewart played the character Maya in Fierce People, directed by Griffin Dunne.
November 16, 2007: Cast as Bella Swan in Twilight
On November 16, 2007, Summit Entertainment announced that Kristen Stewart would play Bella Swan in the romantic fantasy film Twilight, based on Stephenie Meyer's novel of the same name.
2007: Roles in In the Land of Women and Into the Wild
In 2007, Kristen Stewart appeared as Lucy Hardwicke in In the Land of Women and had a small role in Into the Wild, portraying Tracy.
2007: Recognition for Into the Wild
In 2007, Kristen Stewart gained recognition for her performance in Into the Wild.
October 2008: Appearance in What Just Happened
Kristen Stewart appeared in What Just Happened, which was released in October 2008. She also co-starred in The Cake Eaters, an independent film screened at film festivals.
November 2008: Release of Twilight
Twilight was released in the U.S. in November 2008, with Kristen Stewart playing Bella Swan.
2008: Stars as Bella Swan in Twilight Saga
In 2008, Kristen Stewart achieved international stardom for starring as Bella Swan in The Twilight Saga film series.
2009: Recognition for Adventureland
In 2009, Kristen Stewart gained recognition for her performance in Adventureland.
2009: Role in Adventureland and New Moon
In 2009, Kristen Stewart received praise for her role in Adventureland. She also reprised the role of Bella in New Moon, a sequel to Twilight.
2009: The Yellow Handkerchief Debut
Kristen Stewart starred in The Yellow Handkerchief, which debuted at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival.
February 2010: BAFTA Rising Star Award
At the 63rd British Academy Film Awards in February 2010, Kristen Stewart won the BAFTA Rising Star Award.
June 2010: Release of Eclipse
In June 2010, Kristen Stewart reprised the role of Bella in a third film, Eclipse, which received warmer reviews compared to its predecessors.
2010: Recognition for The Runaways
In 2010, Kristen Stewart gained recognition for her performance in The Runaways.
2010: Starring roles in Welcome to the Rileys and The Runaways
In 2010, Kristen Stewart starred alongside James Gandolfini in Welcome to the Rileys, which premiered at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival. That same year, Kristen Stewart portrayed rock star Joan Jett in The Runaways.
November 18, 2011: Release of Breaking Dawn – Part 1
On November 18, 2011, the fourth installment in the Twilight film series, Breaking Dawn – Part 1, was released, with Kristen Stewart playing Bella Swan.
January 13, 2012: Face of Balenciaga Perfume
On January 13, 2012, Kristen Stewart became the face of a new unnamed Balenciaga perfume, later named "Florabotanica" in June.
November 2012: Release of Breaking Dawn – Part 2
In November 2012, Kristen Stewart concluded the role of Bella Swan in Breaking Dawn – Part 2. The Twilight film series generated $3.32 billion worldwide.
2012: Charity Auction Donation for Hurricane Sandy Relief
In 2012, Kristen Stewart signed and donated the dress she wore to the premiere of "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2" to a CharityBuzz auction benefiting the Robin Hood Foundation's Sandy Relief Fund.
2012: Stars in Snow White and the Huntsman
In 2012, Kristen Stewart starred in the mainstream film Snow White and the Huntsman.
December 11, 2013: New Face of Chanel
On December 11, 2013, Chanel announced Kristen Stewart as their "new face" for a Western-inspired fashion collection.
May 2014: Chanel Campaign Release
In May 2014, the Chanel campaign featuring Kristen Stewart was released online. In 2014, Balenciaga released a new fragrance, Rosabotanica, with Kristen Stewart remaining the face of the brand.
2014: Critical Acclaim for Camp X-Ray and Clouds of Sils Maria
In 2014, Kristen Stewart earned critical acclaim for her performances in Camp X-Ray and Clouds of Sils Maria.
2014: Clouds of Sils Maria Premiere and Still Alice Appearance
In 2014, Kristen Stewart starred in Olivier Assayas' "Clouds of Sils Maria", which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim for her performance. In the same year, she also appeared alongside Julianne Moore in "Still Alice", which premiered at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival, where her performance was also commended.
2015: American Ultra and Once and Forever Star Roles
In 2015, Kristen Stewart co-starred with Jesse Eisenberg in "American Ultra". Also in 2015, she starred in "Once and Forever", directed by Karl Lagerfeld and was confirmed to join Kelly Reichardt's film "Certain Women".
January 8, 2016: Anesthesia Release
On January 8, 2016, Kristen Stewart appeared in Tim Blake Nelson's indie drama "Anesthesia", which was released by IFC Films.
May 2016: Directorial Debut Announcement
In May 2016, it was announced that Kristen Stewart would make her directorial debut with a short film, "Come Swim", for Refinery29's ShatterBox Anthology.
July 15, 2016: Equals Release
On July 15, 2016, Kristen Stewart co-starred along with Nicholas Hoult in Drake Doremus' futuristic love story "Equals", which was released on this day.
July 2016: Café Society Release
In July 2016, Kristen Stewart appeared in the Woody Allen film "Café Society", opposite Steve Carell and Jesse Eisenberg. The film was released this month and gained mixed reviews upon its premiere.
October 14, 2016: Certain Women Release
On October 14, 2016, Kristen Stewart's film "Certain Women", directed by Kelly Reichardt, was released.
November 11, 2016: Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Release
On November 11, 2016, Kristen Stewart co-starred in Ang Lee's war drama "Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk", which was released.
December 2016: Ride 'Em on Down Music Video Appearance
In December 2016, Kristen Stewart appeared in the official music video for the Rolling Stones' single "Ride 'Em on Down".
2016: Critical Acclaim for Personal Shopper
In 2016, Kristen Stewart earned critical acclaim for her performance in Personal Shopper.
2016: Building a School in Nicaragua
In 2016, Kristen Stewart participated in building a school in Nicaragua through the nonprofit buildOn, with the goal of providing education and breaking the cycle of poverty.
2017: Direction of Come Swim
In 2017, Kristen Stewart's early directing credits included music videos and the short film Come Swim.
2017: Sundance Premiere, Chanel Ad, Saturday Night Live Hosting, and Academy Invitation
In 2017, Kristen Stewart's short film "Come Swim" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. She also appeared in a video ad campaign for Chanel, coauthored a computer science preprint about "Come Swim", hosted Saturday Night Live, and was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
September 14, 2018: Lizzie Release
On September 14, 2018, "Lizzie", starring Kristen Stewart and Chloë Sevigny, was released by Saban Films and Roadside Attractions, receiving mixed reviews.
August 2019: Seberg Premiere at Venice International Film Festival
In August 2019, Kristen Stewart starred as Jean Seberg in "Seberg", which premiered at the 76th Venice International Film Festival. Her performance received praise despite mixed reviews for the film.
2019: Critical Acclaim for Seberg
In 2019, Kristen Stewart earned critical acclaim for her performance in Seberg.
2019: Stars in Charlie's Angels
In 2019, Kristen Stewart starred in the mainstream film Charlie's Angels.
June 2020: Cast as Princess Diana in Spencer
In June 2020, Kristen Stewart was announced to be cast as Diana, Princess of Wales, in Pablo Larraín's biographical drama film "Spencer".
June 30, 2020: Crickets Release on Netflix
On June 30, 2020, Kristen Stewart's short film "Crickets", part of the anthology series "Homemade", was released on Netflix.
November 25, 2020: Happiest Season Release
On November 25, 2020, Kristen Stewart starred opposite Mackenzie Davis in "Happiest Season", an LGBT holiday romance film directed by Clea DuVall, which was released.
2020: Stars in Happiest Season
In 2020, Kristen Stewart starred in the mainstream film Happiest Season.
September 2021: Spencer Premieres at Venice International Film Festival
In September 2021, the film "Spencer", starring Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana, premiered at the 78th Venice International Film Festival. Critics lauded Stewart's performance.
2021: Nomination for Academy Award for Best Actress
In 2021, Kristen Stewart received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Diana, Princess of Wales in Pablo Larraín's biographical drama Spencer.
2022: Crimes of the Future Premiere
In 2022, Kristen Stewart played an investigator in the film "Crimes of the Future", which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
2023: Jury President at Berlin International Film Festival
In 2023, Kristen Stewart was selected as Jury President for the competition section of the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival held in February.
2024: Love Lies Bleeding and Sacramento Star Roles
In 2024, Kristen Stewart starred in "Love Lies Bleeding", written and directed by Rose Glass, and in "Sacramento", a road film by Michael Angarano.
February 2025: Filming Begins for The Wrong Girls
In February 2025, filming began on "The Wrong Girls", in which Kristen Stewart has a starring role and also co-wrote and produced. She is also set to star in the movie "Flesh of the Gods".
May 16, 2025: Premiere of The Chronology of Water at Cannes Film Festival
On May 16, 2025, Kristen Stewart's film debut, The Chronology of Water, premiered in the Un Certain Regard section of the Cannes Film Festival. The film received largely positive reviews from critics.
2026: Purchased Highland Theatre
In early 2026, Kristen Stewart purchased the Highland Theatre in Los Angeles with plans to re-open it.
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