Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Mila Kunis
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Mila Kunis made an impact.
Mila Kunis is an American actress born in Ukraine. She is best known for her role as Jackie Burkhart on That '70s Show (1998–2006) and for voicing Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy since 1999. Kunis has established herself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry through her work in both television and film.
1994: First Television Roles
In 1994, Mila Kunis had her first television roles, appearing on Days of Our Lives and Baywatch.
1998: Debut in 'Gia' and 'That '70s Show'
In 1998, Mila Kunis appeared in the critically acclaimed film 'Gia' and began her role in the FOX sitcom 'That '70s Show'.
1998: Role in That '70s Show
In 1998, Mila Kunis began her role as Jackie Burkhart on That '70s Show.
1999: Start of Role in 'Family Guy'
In 1999, Mila Kunis began her voice acting role in the animated series 'Family Guy', which continues to the present day.
1999: Replacing Lacey Chabert as Meg Griffin
In 1999, Mila Kunis replaced Lacey Chabert as the voice of Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy.
1999: Voice of Meg Griffin on Family Guy
In 1999, Mila Kunis started voicing Meg Griffin on the animated sitcom Family Guy.
1999: Young Star Award
In 1999, Mila Kunis won a Young Star Award as Best Young Actress in a Comedy TV Series for her performance in That '70s Show.
2000: Second Young Star Award
In 2000, Mila Kunis won her second consecutive Young Star Award as Best Young Actress in a Comedy TV Series for her work on That '70s Show.
2001: Appearance in Get Over It
In 2001, Mila Kunis appeared in Get Over It opposite Kirsten Dunst.
2002: Starring in American Psycho 2
In 2002, Mila Kunis starred in the straight-to-DVD horror film American Psycho 2, a sequel to the 2000 film American Psycho. She later expressed embarrassment over the film.
2004: Starring in Tony n' Tina's Wedding
In 2004, Mila Kunis starred in the film adaptation Tony n' Tina's Wedding, though it wasn't released until 2007.
2005: Co-starring in Moving McAllister
In 2005, Mila Kunis co-starred with Jon Heder in Moving McAllister, which was not released theatrically until 2007.
October 2006: Filming Boot Camp
In October 2006, Mila Kunis began filming Boot Camp (originally titled Straight Edge).
2006: Voice Acting in Family Guy Video Game!
In 2006, Mila Kunis voiced Meg in Family Guy Video Game!.
2006: End of That '70s Show
In 2006, That '70s Show, where Mila Kunis played Jackie Burkhart, ended its run.
2007: Theatrical release of Tony n' Tina's Wedding
Although filmed in 2004, the theatrical release of Tony n' Tina's Wedding, starring Mila Kunis, did not occur until 2007.
2007: Appeared in Funny or Die Video
In 2007, Mila Kunis participated in a Funny or Die video alongside James Franco. The video, a parody of The Hills, became a success with 2.4 million views. This appearance influenced Shawn Levy's decision to cast Kunis and Franco in Date Night.
2007: Annie Award Nomination
In 2007, Mila Kunis was nominated for an Annie Award for Voice Acting in an Animated Television Production for her role in Family Guy.
2007: Theatrical Release of Moving McAllister
In 2007, Moving McAllister starring Mila Kunis was finally released in theaters after being filmed in 2005.
2008: Breakout Film Role in Forgetting Sarah Marshall
In 2008, Mila Kunis had her breakout film role in the romantic comedy Forgetting Sarah Marshall.
2008: Portrayal of Mona Sax in Max Payne
In 2008, Mila Kunis portrayed Mona Sax in the action film Max Payne, based on the video game of the same name. She trained in guns, boxing, and martial arts for the role and was nominated for a Teen Choice Award.
2008: Kunis Stars in Forgetting Sarah Marshall
In 2008, Mila Kunis starred as Rachel Jansen in the comedy film, Forgetting Sarah Marshall. The film was a commercial success, and Kunis received a Teen Choice Award nomination.
2008: Release of 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall'
In 2008, Mila Kunis starred in the critically successful film, 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall'.
August 25, 2009: DVD Release of Boot Camp
On August 25, 2009, Boot Camp (originally titled Straight Edge), starring Mila Kunis, was released on DVD.
2009: Appearance in Extract
In 2009, Mila Kunis appeared in the comedy film Extract with Ben Affleck and Jason Bateman.
2010: Critical Acclaim for Black Swan
In 2010, Mila Kunis received critical acclaim for her performance in the psychological thriller Black Swan, earning nominations for the SAG Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress.
2010: Starring in The Book of Eli and Date Night
In 2010, Mila Kunis starred in The Book of Eli alongside Denzel Washington and also had a minor role in Date Night, starring Tina Fey and Steve Carell. She garnered positive reviews for her work in both films.
2010: Release of 'Date Night' and 'Black Swan'
In 2010, Mila Kunis starred in the successful films 'Date Night' and 'Black Swan'.
2010: Featured in Esquire and Calvin Klein Campaigns
In 2010, Mila Kunis was featured in Esquire's "Women We Love" segment and participated in Calvin Klein Collections' "American Women 2010" project, photographed by Bryan Adams, to benefit the NYC AIDS foundation. She also served as Master of Ceremonies for the Chrysalis Foundation Benefit.
2010: Black Swan Role and Training
In 2010, Mila Kunis was nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in the film Black Swan. She underwent a rigorous training regimen for the movie, including cardiovascular exercise, a strict diet, and intense ballet classes, resulting in injuries.
2011: Starring in Friends with Benefits
In 2011, Mila Kunis starred alongside Justin Timberlake in the romantic comedy Friends with Benefits. The film received positive reviews, and critics praised the chemistry between Kunis and Timberlake.
2012: Signed with Christian Dior
In 2012, Christian Dior signed Mila Kunis to be the face of its Spring fashion campaign.
2012: Co-starred in Ted
In 2012, Mila Kunis co-starred with Mark Wahlberg in "Ted". The film, directed by Seth MacFarlane, became Kunis' most commercially successful film to date, grossing $549 million worldwide. She played the girlfriend of Wahlberg's character and received positive reviews for her performance.
February 2013: Named Gemfields Global Brand Ambassador
In February 2013, Mila Kunis was named Gemfields global brand ambassador and the face of their advertising campaign. Gemfields is a luxury company that produces emeralds, rubies, and amethysts.
2013: Starred in Several Films
In 2013, Mila Kunis co-starred in "Blood Ties" with Clive Owen, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. Also in 2013, Kunis starred in "The Angriest Man in Brooklyn" and "Third Person", though both received negative reviews.
2013: Role in Oz the Great and Powerful
In 2013, Mila Kunis played the Wicked Witch of the West in the fantasy film Oz the Great and Powerful.
2013: Played Theodora in Oz the Great and Powerful
In 2013, Mila Kunis portrayed Theodora in "Oz the Great and Powerful". Kunis dedicated her performance in the film to Margaret Hamilton, the original Wicked Witch of the West. The film grossed over $493 million worldwide.
October 2014: Launched Orchard Farm Productions
In October 2014, Mila Kunis and her partners launched a new production company called Orchard Farm Productions, based at ABC Studios. The company secured a first-look deal to develop and produce TV projects.
2014: Global Advertising for Jim Beam
In 2014, Mila Kunis appeared in a range of global advertising for Beam, Inc. (makers of Jim Beam bourbon).
2015: Co-starred in Jupiter Ascending
In 2015, Mila Kunis co-starred with Channing Tatum in the science fiction film "Jupiter Ascending", directed by the Wachowskis. The film grossed over $183.9 million but received mostly negative reviews.
July 29, 2016: Bad Moms Release
On July 29, 2016, "Bad Moms", starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Christina Applegate, was released. The film received mixed reviews but was a financial success, earning over $183.9 million.
2016: Starring in Bad Moms
In 2016, Mila Kunis starred in the comedy Bad Moms.
2016: Renovated Parents' Condominium
In 2016, while pregnant, Mila Kunis undertook a surprise renovation of her parents' condominium, which was documented for My HouzzTV.
November 1, 2017: A Bad Moms Christmas Release
On November 1, 2017, "A Bad Moms Christmas", a sequel to "Bad Moms" starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn, was released. The film received mixed reviews and grossed over $130 million worldwide.
2017: Donations to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's Name
In 2017, Mila Kunis revealed that she had been making monthly donations to Planned Parenthood in Mike Pence's name.
2017: Starring in A Bad Moms Christmas
In 2017, Mila Kunis starred in the sequel to Bad Moms, A Bad Moms Christmas.
2018: Co-starred in The Spy Who Dumped Me
In 2018, Mila Kunis co-starred with Kate McKinnon in the comedy "The Spy Who Dumped Me". The film received mixed reviews but grossed over $75 million worldwide.
September 2019: Filming Began for Four Good Days
In September 2019, principal photography began in Los Angeles for the film "Four Good Days", starring Mila Kunis and Glenn Close.
January 25, 2020: Four Good Days Premiered at Sundance
On January 25, 2020, the film "Four Good Days", starring Mila Kunis and Glenn Close, premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Kunis received praise for her performance.
April 2020: Developed Quarantine Wine
In April 2020, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher developed their own wine, named Quarantine Wine, with 100% of the proceeds going to give aid during the COVID-19 pandemic.
February 12, 2021: Breaking News in Yuba County Release
On February 12, 2021, "Breaking News in Yuba County", co-starring Mila Kunis, Allison Janney, and Regina Hall, was released. The film received negative reviews.
March 18, 2022: Exceeded GoFundMe Goal for Ukraine Refugees
By March 18, 2022, Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher had exceeded their $30 million goal on a GoFundMe page to help refugees fleeing the violence in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The couple had promised to donate $3 million of their own money.
April 30, 2022: Announced Guest Appearance in That '90s Show
On April 30, 2022, it was announced that Mila Kunis would have a guest appearance in the follow-up sitcom, "That '90s Show".
September 30, 2022: Luckiest Girl Alive Cinema Release
On September 30, 2022, Mila Kunis' film "Luckiest Girl Alive", based on the Jessica Knoll novel, was released in select cinemas. Kunis starred in and produced the Netflix adaptation.
October 7, 2022: Luckiest Girl Alive Streaming Release
On October 7, 2022, "Luckiest Girl Alive", starring Mila Kunis, was released for streaming on Netflix. The film received mixed reviews, but Kunis's performance was acclaimed.
2023: Slated to Co-star in Goodrich
In 2023, it was announced that Mila Kunis was slated to co-star with Michael Keaton in the comedy film "Goodrich".
October 18, 2024: Goodrich Release
On October 18, 2024, the film "Goodrich", co-starring Mila Kunis and Michael Keaton, was released. The film, written and directed by Hallie Meyers-Shyer, received positive reviews.
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