Career Timeline of Mark Ruffalo: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Mark Ruffalo, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Mark Ruffalo is an American actor known for his diverse roles, from early recognition in 'This Is Our Youth' and 'You Can Count on Me' to leading roles in romantic comedies like '13 Going on 30' and thrillers such as 'Zodiac'. He received a Tony Award nomination for 'Awake and Sing!' His international fame stems from his portrayal of Bruce Banner/Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starting with 'The Avengers' (2012), solidifying his position as a prominent figure in contemporary cinema.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

2008: Expressed concern about gas companies eyeing family land

In 2008, Mark Ruffalo expressed concern about gas companies potentially targeting his family's land in Callicoon, New York, for fracking.

2009: Discussed the FRAC Act of 2009 on The Rachel Maddow Show

In 2009, Mark Ruffalo discussed hydraulic fracturing and the FRAC Act of 2009 on The Rachel Maddow Show.

October 4, 2010: Discussed hydraulic fracturing on The Rachel Maddow Show

On October 4, 2010, Mark Ruffalo appeared on The Rachel Maddow Show to discuss hydraulic fracturing and the FRAC Act of 2009.

2015: Supported the "Education Is Not a Crime" campaign

In 2015, Mark Ruffalo supported the "Education Is Not a Crime" campaign to draw attention to the Iranian government's denial of university education to young Baha'is.

March 2016: Narrated and produced Dear President Obama: The Clean Energy Revolution Is Now

In March 2016, Mark Ruffalo narrated and produced Dear President Obama: The Clean Energy Revolution Is Now, a documentary about Barack Obama's environmental tenure.

October 2017: Supported Standing Rock Sioux Reservation against Dakota Access Pipeline

In October 2017, Mark Ruffalo actively supported the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation in their opposition to the Dakota Access Pipeline project.

2017: Reprised role of Bruce Banner in Thor: Ragnarok

In 2017, Mark Ruffalo reprised his role as Bruce Banner in Thor: Ragnarok.

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2018: Reprised role of Bruce Banner in Avengers: Infinity War

In 2018, Mark Ruffalo reprised his role as Bruce Banner in Avengers: Infinity War.

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2019: Starred in and produced Dark Waters; reprised role of Bruce Banner in multiple Marvel films

In 2019, Mark Ruffalo starred as Robert Bilott in the film Dark Waters, which he also produced. During this time, he also reprised his role as Bruce Banner in Captain Marvel and Avengers: Endgame.

2019: Starred in and co-produced Dark Waters

In 2019, Mark Ruffalo starred in and co-produced Dark Waters, which addressed his environmental concerns regarding pollution by DuPont.

2020: Portrayed dual roles in I Know This Much Is True

In 2020, Mark Ruffalo portrayed dual roles in the HBO limited series I Know This Much Is True, where he also served as an executive producer. He received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor for his role.

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2020: Praised closure of Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant

In 2020, Mark Ruffalo praised the closure of the Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant and called for the closure of additional nuclear power plants.

2021: Appeared as Bruce Banner / The Hulk in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

In 2021, Mark Ruffalo appeared as Bruce Banner / The Hulk in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

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2022: Acted in The Adam Project and appeared in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law

In 2022, Mark Ruffalo acted in the Netflix science fiction action comedy The Adam Project and appeared as Bruce Banner / The Hulk in the Disney+ series She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.

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November 2, 2023: All the Light We Cannot See released on Netflix

On November 2, 2023, the Netflix miniseries All the Light We Cannot See (2023), in which Mark Ruffalo played Daniel LeBlanc, was released. The series is based on Anthony Doerr's Pulitzer Prize winning novel of the same name.

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