Michael Caine's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Michael Caine. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Sir Michael Caine is a highly acclaimed English actor, renowned for his Cockney accent and prolific career spanning eight decades with over 160 films. A British cultural icon, he has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA, three Golden Globes, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. His films have grossed over $7.8 billion worldwide, and he is one of few actors nominated for an Academy Award across five decades. Caine received a BAFTA Fellowship in 2000 and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1966: Oscar Nomination for Alfie

In 1966, Michael Caine received an Oscar nomination for his leading role in Alfie.

1966: Alfie and Hollywood Debut

In 1966, Michael Caine starred in Alfie, earning him an Academy Award nomination, and made his Hollywood debut in Gambit.

1972: Oscar Nomination for Sleuth

In 1972, Michael Caine received an Oscar nomination for his leading role in Sleuth.

1980: Dressed to Kill

In 1980, Caine starred in "Dressed to Kill", which was nominated for a Golden Globe.

1983: Educating Rita

In 1983, Caine co-starred in "Educating Rita", for which he won a BAFTA and a Golden Globe Award.

1983: BAFTA and Golden Globe Award for Best Actor

In 1983, Michael Caine earned the BAFTA and Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for his performance in Educating Rita.

1983: Oscar Nomination for Educating Rita

In 1983, Michael Caine received an Oscar nomination for his leading role in Educating Rita.

1986: Hannah and Her Sisters

In 1986, Caine portrayed Elliot in Woody Allen's "Hannah and Her Sisters", winning his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

1986: Academy Award for Hannah and Her Sisters

In 1986, Michael Caine won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Woody Allen's dramedy Hannah and Her Sisters.

1986: First Academy Award

In 1986, Michael Caine won his first Academy Award for his role in the film Hannah and Her Sisters as a supporting actor.

1988: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

In 1988, Caine played a conman in "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels", earning a Golden Globe nomination.

1992: Commander of the Order of the British Empire

In 1992, Michael Caine was appointed as Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the Birthday Honors.

1998: Little Voice

In 1998, Caine's performance in "Little Voice" won him a Golden Globe Award.

1999: The Cider House Rules

In 1999, Caine won his second Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for "The Cider House Rules".

1999: Academy Award for The Cider House Rules

In 1999, Michael Caine won his second Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Cider House Rules.

1999: Second Academy Award

In 1999, Michael Caine won his second Academy Award for The Cider House Rules, again as a supporting actor.

2000: Knighthood and BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award

In 2000, Maurice Micklewhite (Michael Caine) was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace and also received a BAFTA Academy Fellowship Award.