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 a celebrated American actress and director recognized for her diverse roles and critical acclaim. She's garnered numerous awards, including a British Academy Film Award and a César Award. Stewart is also an Academy Award and Golden Globe Award nominee, establishing her as a prominent figure in the film industry. She gained widespread recognition for her role in the "Twilight" saga and has since starred in a variety of independent and mainstream films.
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: Role in Panic Room
In 2002, Kristen Stewart gained notice for her role as the daughter of Jodie Foster's character in David Fincher's thriller, Panic Room.
2003: Role in Cold Creek Manor
In 2003, following the success of Panic Room, Kristen Stewart was cast in the thriller Cold Creek Manor, playing the daughter of Dennis Quaid and Sharon Stone's characters.
2004: Starring Role in Catch That Kid and Speak
In 2004, Kristen Stewart had her first starring role in Catch That Kid, played Lila in Undertow and starred in Speak, where she played Melinda Sordino, a high school freshman who nearly stops speaking after being raped.
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.
2006: Role in Fierce People and The Messengers
In 2006, Kristen Stewart played Maya in Fierce People and received the lead role of Jess Solomon in The Messengers.
November 16, 2007: Casting as Bella Swan in Twilight
On November 16, 2007, Summit Entertainment announced Kristen Stewart would play Bella Swan in Twilight, based on Stephenie Meyer's novel.
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 as Tracy.
2007: Role in Into the Wild
In 2007, Kristen Stewart starred in Into the Wild.
October 2008: Appearance in What Just Happened
In October 2008, Kristen Stewart appeared in What Just Happened.
November 2008: Release of Twilight
In November 2008, Twilight was released in the U.S., starring Kristen Stewart as Bella Swan.
2008: Starring as Bella Swan in Twilight
In 2008, Kristen Stewart achieved global stardom for starring as Bella Swan in The Twilight Saga film series.
2009: Praise for Adventureland
In 2009, Kristen Stewart received praise for her role in Adventureland.
2009: The Yellow Handkerchief Debut
In 2009, The Yellow Handkerchief, starring Kristen Stewart, debuted at the Sundance Film Festival.
June 2010: Release of Eclipse
In June 2010, Kristen Stewart reprised her role as Bella in the third film, Eclipse. Critics were warmer towards the film compared to its predecessors.
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, starring Kristen Stewart.
January 13, 2012: Face of Balenciaga Perfume
On January 13, 2012, Kristen Stewart became the face of a new Balenciaga perfume.
November 2012: Release of Breaking Dawn – Part 2
In November 2012, Kristen Stewart concluded the role of Bella Swan in Breaking Dawn – Part 2.
2012: Donates Dress to Sandy Relief Fund Auction
In 2012, Kristen Stewart 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: Twilight Saga Concluded
In 2012, Kristen Stewart finished starring as Bella Swan in The Twilight Saga film series.
2012: Starring in Snow White and the Huntsman
In 2012, Kristen Stewart starred in the fantasy film Snow White and the Huntsman.
December 11, 2013: Chanel's New Face
On December 11, 2013, Chanel announced Kristen Stewart as their "new face" for a Western-inspired fashion collection.
May 2014: Release of Chanel Campaign
In May 2014, the Chanel campaign featuring Kristen Stewart was released online.
2014: Independent Films and César Award
In 2014, Kristen Stewart starred in Camp X-Ray and Still Alice, and she won the César Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in 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. Her performance was critically acclaimed, earning her the César Award for Best Supporting Actress. That same year, she also appeared in "Still Alice" alongside Julianne Moore, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, and her performance was again commended.
2015: Starred in American Ultra, Once and Forever and Confirmed for Certain Women
In 2015, Kristen Stewart co-starred with Jesse Eisenberg in "American Ultra". That same year, she starred in "Once and Forever", directed by Karl Lagerfeld. Also in 2015, she was confirmed to join Kelly Reichardt's film "Certain Women".
January 8, 2016: Anesthesia Released
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 Announced
In May 2016, Kristen Stewart's directorial debut was announced; she would direct a short film for Refinery29's ShatterBox Anthology.
July 15, 2016: Equals Released
On July 15, 2016, Kristen Stewart co-starred with Nicholas Hoult in Drake Doremus' futuristic love story "Equals", which was released on this day.
July 2016: Café Society Released
In July 2016, Kristen Stewart's film, "Café Society", directed by Woody Allen and co-starring Steve Carell and Jesse Eisenberg, was released, gaining mixed reviews upon its premiere.
October 14, 2016: Certain Women Released
On October 14, 2016, "Certain Women", a film Kristen Stewart joined in 2015, was released.
November 11, 2016: Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk Released
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: Appearance in The Rolling Stones' Music Video
In December 2016, Kristen Stewart appeared in the official music video for The Rolling Stones' single "Ride 'Em on Down".
2016: Participates in Building a School in Nicaragua
In 2016, Kristen Stewart participated in building a school in Nicaragua through the nonprofit buildOn.
2016: Starring in Equals and Personal Shopper
In 2016, Kristen Stewart starred in the drama Equals and the supernatural thriller Personal Shopper.
2017: Directorial Debut with Come Swim
In 2017, Kristen Stewart made her directorial debut with the short film Come Swim.
2017: Come Swim Premiere, Chanel Ad Campaign, Co-authors Computer Science Preprint and Hosts SNL
In 2017, Kristen Stewart's short film "Come Swim" premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. In the same year, she appeared in a video ad campaign for Chanel, coauthored a computer science preprint about using neural net techniques in making "Come Swim", hosted Saturday Night Live for the first time with Alessia Cara, and was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
September 14, 2018: Lizzie Released
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 Premieres 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. While the film received mixed reviews, Stewart's performance was praised.
2019: Leading role in Charlie's Angels
In 2019, Kristen Stewart returned to mainstream Hollywood with a leading role in the action film Charlie's Angels.
June 2020: Cast as Princess Diana in Spencer
In June 2020, Kristen Stewart was announced to play Diana, Princess of Wales, in Pablo Larraín's biographical drama film "Spencer".
June 30, 2020: Homemade Series Release
On June 30, 2020, Kristen Stewart's short film "Crickets", which she wrote and directed as part of the anthology series "Homemade", was released on Netflix.
November 25, 2020: Happiest Season Released
On November 25, 2020, "Happiest Season", an LGBT holiday romance film starring Kristen Stewart and Mackenzie Davis, was released.
2020: Starring in Happiest Season
In 2020, Kristen Stewart starred in the romantic comedy Happiest Season.
September 2021: Spencer Premieres at Venice International Film Festival
In September 2021, the biographical drama film "Spencer", starring Kristen Stewart as Diana, Princess of Wales, premiered at the 78th Venice International Film Festival to critical acclaim for Stewart's performance.
2021: Nomination for Academy Award for Spencer
In 2021, Kristen Stewart's portrayal of Diana, Princess of Wales in Pablo Larraín's biographical drama Spencer earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress.
2022: Crimes of the Future Premieres
In 2022, Kristen Stewart starred 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 served as the Jury President for the competition section of the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival.
2024: Stars in Love Lies Bleeding and Sacramento
In 2024, Kristen Stewart starred in writer-director Rose Glass's romantic thriller "Love Lies Bleeding". She also starred with Michael Angarano and Michael Cera in Angarano's road film "Sacramento".
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.
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