Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Matthew Lillard
How Matthew Lillard built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Matthew Lillard is an American actor, director, and producer known for his diverse roles. He gained early recognition in films like *Serial Mom* and *Hackers*, but his breakthrough came with his portrayal of Stu Macher in the slasher film *Scream*. This role solidified his position in mainstream cinema. Following *Scream*, Lillard starred in notable films such as *SLC Punk!*, *She's All That*, *Thirteen Ghosts*, and *Without a Paddle*, showcasing his versatility across various genres.
1991: Extra in Ghoulies 3: Ghoulies Go to College
In 1991, Matthew Lillard was hired as an extra in the film Ghoulies 3: Ghoulies Go to College, marking an early role in his acting career.
1994: Role in Serial Mom
In 1994, Matthew Lillard played a role in the black comedy film, Serial Mom, marking one of his early film appearances.
1995: Role in Hackers
In 1995, Matthew Lillard was cast in the crime thriller film, Hackers, further establishing his early film career.
1996: Breakthrough Role in Scream
In 1996, Matthew Lillard achieved a career breakthrough with his portrayal of Stu Macher in the slasher film Scream, which boosted his mainstream recognition.
1996: Cast as Stu Macher in Scream
In 1996, Matthew Lillard was cast as Stu Macher in the horror film Scream, a role that would significantly boost his career.
1998: Role in SLC Punk!
In 1998, Matthew Lillard starred in SLC Punk!, adding to his list of prominent roles.
1999: Role in She's All That
In 1999, Matthew Lillard starred in She's All That, further solidifying his presence in mainstream films.
2000: Plans to Reprise Stu Macher in Scream 3 Changed
In 2000, Matthew Lillard was originally meant to reprise his role as Stu Macher in Scream 3, but the plans were eventually changed.
2001: Role in Thirteen Ghosts
In 2001, Matthew Lillard starred in Thirteen Ghosts, continuing his career in prominent film roles.
2002: Portrayal of Shaggy in Scooby-Doo
In 2002, Matthew Lillard portrayed Norville "Shaggy" Rogers in the live-action movie Scooby-Doo, marking a significant role in his career.
2002: Cast as Shaggy in Scooby-Doo Live-Action Film
In 2002, Matthew Lillard was cast as Norville "Shaggy" Rogers in the live-action film Scooby-Doo, a role that became one of his most recognizable.
2004: Reprising Shaggy in Scooby-Doo 2
In 2004, Matthew Lillard reprised his role as Norville "Shaggy" Rogers in Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed, continuing his association with the Scooby-Doo franchise.
2004: Role in Without a Paddle
In 2004, Matthew Lillard starred in Without a Paddle, adding another significant role to his filmography.
2009: Voice of Shaggy
In 2009, Matthew Lillard became the new voice of Shaggy Rogers in animated Scooby-Doo releases, following Casey Kasem's retirement from the role.
2009: Took Over as Voice of Shaggy
In 2009, Matthew Lillard took over as the voice of Shaggy Rogers after Casey Kasem retired, voicing the character in animated series and direct-to-video films.
2010: Voice Acting in Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo
Since 2010, Matthew Lillard began voicing Shaggy in every animated direct-to-video film, starting with Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo.
2011: Guest Star on House
In 2011, Matthew Lillard guest-starred on the Fox series House, marking an appearance in a well-known television series.
2011: Directed Fat Kid Rules the World
In 2011, Matthew Lillard produced and directed his first feature film, Fat Kid Rules the World, based on the K. L. Going book.
2011: Role in The Descendants
In 2011, Matthew Lillard was cast in more dramatic roles, including a part in the film The Descendants.
2012: Role in Trouble with the Curve
In 2012, Matthew Lillard continued to take on more dramatic roles, appearing in the film Trouble with the Curve.
2012: Guest Starred in Criminal Minds
In 2012, Matthew Lillard guest-starred in the Criminal Minds episode "The Apprenticeship", showcasing his talent in a procedural drama.
2014: Role in Match
In 2014, Matthew Lillard further expanded his dramatic roles with a part in the film Match.
2014: Starred in Under Wraps
In 2014, Matthew Lillard starred as Peter in the animated film Under Wraps, alongside Brooke Shields and Drake Bell.
2016: Recurring Role in Bosch
In 2016, Matthew Lillard landed the recurring role of FBI undercover agent Luke Goshen in the Amazon series Bosch, marking a notable role in a streaming series.
2017: Role in Twin Peaks: The Return
In 2017, Matthew Lillard appeared in Twin Peaks: The Return, continuing his shift towards more dramatic roles.
2017: Starred in Twin Peaks
In 2017, Matthew Lillard starred as William Hastings in the third season of Twin Peaks, adding to his repertoire of roles.
2018: Starring in Good Girls
In 2018, Matthew Lillard began starring in the NBC series Good Girls, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
2018: Reprised Shaggy in Supernatural Crossover
In 2018, Matthew Lillard reprised his voice role as Shaggy in a crossover episode of the television series Supernatural.
2021: End of Good Girls Series
In 2021, Matthew Lillard's role in the NBC series Good Girls concluded, marking the end of his time on the show.
2022: Cast in Five Nights at Freddy's Adaptation
In 2022, Matthew Lillard was cast for the live-action movie adaptation of the Five Nights at Freddy's video game series, indicating a new venture into video game adaptations.
2023: Role in Five Nights at Freddy's
In 2023, Matthew Lillard gained renewed recognition for playing William Afton in the horror film Five Nights at Freddy's, marking a return to mainstream popular culture.
2024: Appeared in The Life of Chuck
In 2024, Matthew Lillard appeared in filmmaker Mike Flanagan's film The Life of Chuck, adding another film credit to his career.
January 2025: Return to Scream Franchise
In January 2025, it was announced that Matthew Lillard was returning to the Scream franchise for its seventh entry, reprising his role as Stuart "Stu" Macher.
2025: Sequel to Five Nights at Freddy's
In 2025, Matthew Lillard starred in the sequel to the film Five Nights at Freddy's.
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