Neve Campbell is a Canadian actress widely recognized for her roles in horror and slasher films, earning her the title of "scream queen." Her prominent roles in these genres have made her both a popular figure and a top-grossing actress. Beyond horror, she has showcased her acting abilities in various comedy and drama productions. Campbell's talent has been acknowledged through numerous awards, including Blockbuster Entertainment Awards, a Fangoria Chainsaw Award, an MTV Movie Award, and a Saturn Award.
October 3, 1973: Neve Campbell is Born
On October 3, 1973, Neve Adrianne Campbell was born. She would later become known for her work in horror films.
1991: Campbell's First On-Screen Role
Neve Campbell made an uncredited cameo appearance in the series "My Secret Identity" in 1991.
1992: Neve Campbell's Early Career
In 1992, Neve Campbell began her acting career with a starring role in the drama series "Catwalk."
1992: Campbell Promotes Bryan Adams Tour
Neve Campbell promoted Coca-Cola's sponsorship of Bryan Adams' Waking Up the Nation Tour from 1991-1992.
1993: "Catwalk" Series Concludes
Neve Campbell's starring role on the drama series "Catwalk" ended in 1993.
1994: Campbell Appears in "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" and "Kung Fu: The Legend Continues"
In 1994, Neve Campbell made guest appearances on the television series "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" and "Kung Fu: The Legend Continues."
1994: "Party of Five" Premieres, Becomes Campbell's Breakthrough
Neve Campbell relocates to the United States to star in the Fox teen drama series "Party of Five," which premiered in 1994. The role of Julia Salinger would become her breakthrough role.
1994: "Party of Five" Premieres
The television series "Party of Five," starring Neve Campbell, premiered in 1994.
April 3, 1995: Neve Campbell Marries Jeff Colt
Neve Campbell married Jeff Colt on April 3, 1995.
1996: Campbell's First Widely Released Film, "The Craft," Premieres
"The Craft," Neve Campbell's first widely released film, premiered in 1996.
1996: "Party of Five" Wins Golden Globe Award
In 1996, "Party of Five" won the Golden Globe Award for Best Drama.
1996: Campbell Stars in "The Craft" and "Scream".
In 1996, Neve Campbell starred in the supernatural film "The Craft" and the horror film "Scream," directed by Wes Craven. "Scream" was a box office success and earned a cult following, solidifying Campbell's status as a scream queen.
1997: Campbell Stars in "Scream 2"
Neve Campbell reprised her role as Sidney Prescott in "Scream 2" in 1997.
May 1998: Neve Campbell's Divorce from Jeff Colt Finalized
Neve Campbell and Jeff Colt's divorce was finalized in May 1998.
1998: Campbell in "Hairshirt," "54," "Wild Things," and "The Lion King II: Simba's Pride"
Neve Campbell appeared in the films "Hairshirt" and "54" and voiced the character Kiara in "The Lion King II: Simba's Pride" in 1998. She also starred in the erotic thriller "Wild Things" alongside Kevin Bacon, Matt Dillon, and Denise Richards.
1998: Campbell Stars in "Wild Things"
Neve Campbell took on a role in the erotic thriller "Wild Things" to avoid being typecast after "Scream" and "Party of Five".
2000: "Party of Five" Ends
In 2000, the television series "Party of Five," starring Neve Campbell, ended.
2000: Campbell Stars in "Drowning Mona" and "Panic"
In 2000, Neve Campbell starred in the crime film "Drowning Mona" and the drama film "Panic".
2000: Campbell Departs from "Party of Five"
After six seasons, Neve Campbell chose not to renew her contract for "Party of Five" in 2000 to focus on her film career.
2000: Scream 3 Release
In 2000, Neve Campbell starred again as Sidney Prescott in Scream 3, which earned over $160 million but received mixed reviews. Roger Ebert noted her potential for becoming a big star. This year marked a temporary end for the Scream franchise.
2002: Prism Award for Last Call
In 2002, Neve Campbell starred in Last Call alongside Sissy Spacek and Jeremy Irons. Her performance earned her a Prism Award for Performance in a TV Movie or Miniseries.
2002: Campbell Stars in "Last Call"
Neve Campbell had a starring role in the television feature "Last Call" in 2002.
2003: The Company
In 2003, Neve Campbell co-wrote, produced, and starred in The Company, a film about Chicago's Joffrey Ballet. The idea for the film was conceived by Campbell in her teens.
2003: Campbell Writes, Stars in, and Produces "The Company"
In 2003, Neve Campbell wrote the story for, starred in, and produced the drama film "The Company."
2004: Campbell Stars in "When Will I Be Loved" and "Churchill: The Hollywood Years"
In 2004, Neve Campbell appeared in the drama film "When Will I Be Loved" and the comedy "Churchill: The Hollywood Years."
2004: When Will I Be Loved
In 2004, Neve Campbell led the independent film When Will I Be Loved, which received critical acclaim. Roger Ebert praised Campbell for her intelligent and uninhibited performance.
December 2005: Neve Campbell and John Light Get Engaged
Neve Campbell and John Light got engaged in December 2005 after meeting on the set of "Investigating Sex."
March 2006: West End Theatre Debut
In March 2006, Neve Campbell made her West End theatre debut in Arthur Miller's Resurrection Blues at the Old Vic theatre. The play, directed by Robert Altman, received mixed reviews.
2006: Campbell Stars in "Relative Strangers"
Neve Campbell starred in the comedy "Relative Strangers" in 2006.
May 5, 2007: Neve Campbell Marries John Light
On May 5, 2007, Neve Campbell married John Light in Malibu, California.
2007: Campbell Stars in "Closing the Ring"
Neve Campbell starred in the romantic drama "Closing the Ring" in 2007.
June 24, 2009: The Philanthropist Role
On June 24, 2009, Neve Campbell starred in NBC's short-lived series The Philanthropist. This marked a period of sporadic work due to her hiatus from acting.
2009: Campbell Returns to Television
Neve Campbell returned to television with roles in the drama series "Medium" and the action series "The Philanthropist" in 2009 after a hiatus from film.
June 30, 2010: Neve Campbell Files for Divorce from John Light
Neve Campbell filed for divorce from John Light in Los Angeles on June 30, 2010.
2011: Scream 4 Release
In 2011, Neve Campbell returned to the Scream franchise with Scream 4 after an 11-year gap. The film received positive reviews and earned over $97 million. Campbell was nominated for Best Actress at the Scream Awards.
March 2012: Neve Campbell and JJ Feild Expecting First Child
Neve Campbell and her partner, JJ Feild, confirmed they were expecting their first child together in March 2012.
May 2012: Singularity Premiere
In May 2012, Neve Campbell starred in the drama film Singularity, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
August 2012: Neve Campbell and JJ Feild Welcome Son Caspian
Neve Campbell and JJ Feild welcomed their first son, Caspian, in August 2012.
2012: Campbell in "Titanic: Blood and Steel" and "Grey's Anatomy"
Neve Campbell had a starring role in the miniseries "Titanic: Blood and Steel" and appeared in the medical drama "Grey's Anatomy" in 2012.
2013: An Amish Murder
In 2013, Neve Campbell starred in the Lifetime crime film An Amish Murder.
2014: Campbell Appears in "Welcome to Sweden"
Neve Campbell had a role in the sitcom "Welcome to Sweden" in 2014.
June 30, 2015: House of Cards Role
On June 30, 2015, it was announced that Neve Campbell would star as Texas-based political consultant LeAnn Harvey in Netflix's House of Cards. Her performance was praised, with GQ calling her the "best thing" of the season.
2015: Manhattan Role
In 2015, Neve Campbell played Katherine Oppenheimer in two episodes of the WGN period drama series Manhattan.
2015: Campbell Appears in "Manhattan"
Neve Campbell had a role in the drama series "Manhattan" in 2015.
2015: Campbell Stars in "Walter"
Neve Campbell returned to film with the comedy-drama "Walter" in 2015.
2016: Neve Campbell Identifies as Socialist
In 2016, Neve Campbell declared herself to be a socialist.
2016: ACTRA National Award of Excellence
In 2016, Neve Campbell was honored with the National Award of Excellence by the Association of Canadian Radio and Television Artists (ACTRA).
2016: Campbell Joins "House of Cards"
Neve Campbell began playing the role of LeAnn Harvey in the political thriller series "House of Cards" in 2016.
June 22, 2017: Skyscraper Role
On June 22, 2017, it was reported that Neve Campbell would star in Rawson Marshall Thurber's action film Skyscraper, released in 2018. The film was a box office success, grossing over $304 million worldwide.
2017: Campbell's Role in "House of Cards" Ends
Neve Campbell's role as LeAnn Harvey on "House of Cards" ended in 2017.
June 29, 2018: Neve Campbell and JJ Feild Adopt Second Son
Neve Campbell announced the adoption of her second son, Raynor, with partner JJ Feild on June 29, 2018.
2018: Hot Air Role
In 2018, Neve Campbell co-starred as Valerie Gannon in the independent drama film Hot Air.
2018: Campbell in "Skyscraper"
Neve Campbell appeared in the action film "Skyscraper" in 2018.
2018: "Halloween" Surpasses "Scream" as Highest-Grossing Slasher
The 2018 film "Halloween" became the highest-grossing slasher film, surpassing "Scream" which had held the title since 1996.
2019: Castle in the Ground
In 2019, Neve Campbell starred as Rebecca Fine in the Canadian drama film Castle in the Ground, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and received positive reviews.
2019: Clouds Role Announcement
In 2019, it was announced that Neve Campbell would star as author Laura Sobiech in the biographical musical drama film Clouds.
2019: Campbell Stars in "Castle in the Ground"
Neve Campbell appeared in the drama film "Castle in the Ground" in 2019.
September 2020: Scream 5 Role Announcement
In September 2020, Neve Campbell confirmed she would reprise her role as Sidney Prescott for the fifth Scream film, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.
2020: Neve Campbell Participates in Charity Event for Breast Cancer
Neve Campbell and other "Scream" stars hosted a charity event in 2020 to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
2020: Campbell Stars in "Clouds"
Neve Campbell appeared in the musical drama "Clouds" in 2020.
2020: Clouds Release
In 2020, Neve Campbell starred in the biographical musical drama film Clouds, released on Disney+ to positive reviews. Her portrayal of Laura Sobiech received praise for balancing pain with moments of joy.
February 2021: Neve Campbell Cast in "The Lincoln Lawyer"
In February 2021, Neve Campbell was cast as Margaret "Maggie" McPherson in Netflix's adaptation of "The Lincoln Lawyer."
January 14, 2022: Scream 5 Release
On January 14, 2022, the fifth Scream film was released, earning widespread acclaim and grossing over $135 million. Neve Campbell was praised for her fresh take on the role of Sidney Prescott.
February 2022: Neve Campbell Signs with The Gersh Agency and Anonymous Content
Neve Campbell signed with both The Gersh Agency and Anonymous Content in February 2022.
May 13, 2022: "The Lincoln Lawyer" Premieres on Netflix
On May 13, 2022, "The Lincoln Lawyer," a Netflix series starring Neve Campbell as Margaret "Maggie" McPherson, premiered and quickly made it onto Netflix's Top 10.
May 2022: Neve Campbell Cast in "Twisted Metal"
Neve Campbell was cast as Raven in Peacock's "Twisted Metal" series in May 2022.
June 14, 2022: "The Lincoln Lawyer" Renewed for Season 2
On June 14, 2022, Netflix renewed "The Lincoln Lawyer" for a second season, with Neve Campbell set to return.
June 2022: Neve Campbell Exits "Scream" Franchise
In June 2022, Neve Campbell announced her departure from the "Scream" franchise after salary negotiations with Paramount stalled. She stated that the offer did not reflect her value to the franchise.
July 2022: Neve Campbell Appears in American Red Cross Ad as Sidney Prescott
Neve Campbell reprised her role as Sidney Prescott in an advertisement for the American Red Cross in July 2022.
August 2022: Neve Campbell Cast in ABC's "Avalon"
In August 2022, Neve Campbell landed the lead role of Detective Nicole "Nic" Searcy in ABC's "Avalon."
2022: Campbell Stars in "The Lincoln Lawyer"
Neve Campbell began starring as Margaret McPherson in the crime drama series "The Lincoln Lawyer" in 2022.
2022: Retrospective Review of "Wild Things"
In 2022, The New York Times published a retrospective review of the film "Wild Things," in which Abbey Bender dubbed Neve Campbell's character a "femme fatale."
July 2023: Neve Campbell Joins "Swan Song" as Executive Producer
It was announced in July 2023 that Neve Campbell would executive produce the documentary "Swan Song," which follows ballerina Karen Kain's final days at the National Ballet of Canada.
July 2023: "Twisted Metal" Released on Peacock
Peacock released the television series "Twisted Metal," in which Neve Campbell plays Raven, in July 2023.
2023: Campbell in "Twisted Metal" and Executive Produces "Swan Song"
Neve Campbell began playing the role of Raven in the post-apocalyptic series "Twisted Metal." She was also an executive producer for the documentary "Swan Song," both in 2023.
2023: Campbell Declines to Reprise Her Role in "Scream VI"
Neve Campbell did not reprise her role as Sidney Prescott in the sixth installment of the "Scream" franchise in 2023.
March 2024: Neve Campbell to Reprise Role in "Scream 7"
Neve Campbell announced in March 2024 that she would be returning as Sidney Prescott in the seventh "Scream" film.
2024: "Swan Song" Scheduled for Theatrical Release
"Swan Song" is set to be released in theaters in 2024 after premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival.