History of Oscar Isaac in Timeline
Oscar Isaac is a highly acclaimed American actor, celebrated for his versatility and impact on Latino representation in Hollywood. Recognized as one of the best actors of his generation, he has received numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and an Emmy nomination. His influence extends beyond acting, as evidenced by his inclusion in Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016. He continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
1960: Depiction of Eichmann Capture in 'Operation Finale'
Oscar Isaac produced and starred in 'Operation Finale' (2018) as Peter Malkin, the Israeli secret agent who captured Nazi fugitive Adolf Eichmann in 1960.
1961: Inside Llewyn Davis Setting
In 2013, Oscar Issac played a struggling folk singer in the Coen brothers' drama Inside Llewyn Davis, set in 1961 Greenwich Village.
1965: Source Novel for 'Dune'
Oscar Isaac starred in Dune, based on the 1965 novel of the same name by Frank Herbert.
1973: Remake of 'Scenes from a Marriage'
In 2021, Oscar Isaac starred alongside Jessica Chastain in 'Scenes from a Marriage', a remake of the 1973 Swedish series of the same name by Ingmar Bergman.
1977: Original Star Wars Release
Oscar Isaac suggested to director J.J. Abrams that his character be from the moon Yavin 4, which first appeared in the original 'Star Wars' film in 1977.
March 9, 1979: Óscar Isaac's Birth
On March 9, 1979, Óscar Isaac Hernández Estrada was born in Guatemala. He later became an American actor known for his versatility and for breaking stereotypes about Latino characters in Hollywood.
1992: Hurricane Andrew and Parents' Divorce
In 1992, Hurricane Andrew destroyed Oscar Isaac's family's home in Miami, and around this time, his parents divorced, leading him to move with his mother to Palm Beach.
1998: Graduation and Film Debut
In 1998, Óscar Isaac graduated from Santaluces Community High School and also had a brief part in the independent film 'Illtown', marking his film debut.
2000: Stage Productions at GableStage
In 2000, Óscar Isaac secured parts in Joseph Adler's productions of 'This Is Our Youth' and 'Side Man' at GableStage, continuing his work in theater.
2002: Film and Off-Broadway Production
In 2002, while studying at Juilliard, Óscar Isaac worked on the film 'All About the Benjamins' and played a young Fidel Castro in an Off-Broadway production of the play 'When it's Cocktail Time in Cuba'.
2005: Met Pedro Pascal
In 2005, Oscar Isaac met actor Pedro Pascal while both starred in an Off-Broadway production of Beauty of a Father.
2005: Performed in 'Two Gentlemen of Verona'
In 2005, after graduating from Juilliard, Óscar Isaac performed as Proteus in 'Two Gentlemen of Verona' at The Public Theatre in New York.
2005: Graduation from Juilliard
In 2005, Óscar Isaac graduated from Juilliard with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, marking the culmination of his formal training in performing arts.
2006: Became a U.S. Citizen
In 2006, Óscar Isaac became a United States citizen, solidifying his connection to the country where he spent most of his life.
2006: Major Role in 'The Nativity Story'
In 2006, Óscar Isaac had his first major role as Joseph in the biblical drama 'The Nativity Story'. This marked a significant step in his acting career.
2006: Portrayed Federico García Lorca and Appeared on 'Law & Order'
In 2006, Óscar Isaac portrayed Federico García Lorca in 'Beauty of the Father' and briefly appeared on the television series 'Law & Order: Criminal Intent'. He also played Joseph in 'The Nativity Story'.
2007: Engaged to Maria Miranda
In 2007, Oscar Isaac was engaged to Maria Miranda, according to a New York Daily News report.
2007: Romeo in 'Romeo and Juliet'
In 2007, Óscar Isaac played Romeo alongside Lauren Ambrose in the Public Theater's 'Romeo and Juliet', continuing his stage work.
2008: Minor Roles in Films
In 2008, Óscar Isaac played minor roles in the films 'The Life Before Her Eyes', 'Che', and 'Body of Lies', continuing to build his film career.
2009: Role in 'Agora' and AACTA Award for 'Balibo'
In 2009, Óscar Isaac played a role in the Spanish historical drama 'Agora' and won the AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his role as José Ramos-Horta in 'Balibo'.
2009: AACTA Award for 'Balibo'
In 2009, Óscar Isaac won an AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for portraying political leader José Ramos-Horta in the Australian film 'Balibo', recognizing his talent in a supporting role.
2010: Supporting Role in 'Robin Hood'
In 2010, Óscar Isaac gained recognition for playing a supporting part in the film 'Robin Hood', further establishing his presence in the film industry.
2011: Supporting Role in 'Drive'
In 2011, Óscar Isaac gained recognition for playing a supporting part in the movie 'Drive', contributing to his rising profile in the film industry.
2011: Recognition for Supporting Roles
In 2011, Óscar Isaac received recognition for several supporting roles, including in 'Sucker Punch', 'W.E.', '10 Years' (where he performed his song 'Never Had'), and 'Drive'.
2012: Met Elvira Lind
In 2012, Oscar Isaac met Danish film director Elvira Lind.
2012: Film Releases in 2012
In 2012, Óscar Isaac had four film releases: 'For Greater Glory', 'Revenge for Jolly!', 'The Bourne Legacy', and 'Won't Back Down'.
2013: Breakthrough with 'Inside Llewyn Davis'
In 2013, Óscar Isaac had his breakthrough with the eponymous role of a singer in the musical drama 'Inside Llewyn Davis', earning him a Golden Globe nomination and widespread recognition.
2013: Starring in 'Inside Llewyn Davis' and 'In Secret'
In 2013, Óscar Isaac starred as the titular character in 'Inside Llewyn Davis', earning critical acclaim, and also starred in the erotic thriller 'In Secret'.
2014: Appearances in 'The Two Faces of January' and 'A Most Violent Year'
In 2014, Oscar Isaac appeared in the thriller 'The Two Faces of January' alongside Viggo Mortensen and Kirsten Dunst. He also starred in J. C. Chandor's 'A Most Violent Year' as Abel Morales, the ambitious owner of a heating-oil company. Isaac won a National Board of Review Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film.
2014: Leading Role in 'A Most Violent Year'
In 2014, Óscar Isaac's career progressed with a leading role in the crime drama 'A Most Violent Year', showcasing his ability to carry a film.
2015: Role as Poe Dameron in 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'
In 2015, Oscar Isaac co-starred as Poe Dameron, an X-wing pilot, in 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens', which became the highest-grossing film of the year.
2015: Roles in 'Ex Machina' and 'Show Me a Hero'
In 2015, Oscar Isaac portrayed Nathan Hamlet Bateman in the science fiction film 'Ex Machina' and took on his first leading role on television in the HBO miniseries 'Show Me a Hero', where he played politician Nick Wasicsko. He won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film for his performance in 'Show Me a Hero'.
2015: Lead Role in 'Show Me a Hero'
In 2015, Óscar Isaac played the lead role in the miniseries 'Show Me a Hero', winning a Golden Globe Award for his portrayal of Nick Wasicsko.
2015: Leading Role in 'Ex Machina' and 'Star Wars'
In 2015, Óscar Isaac's career progressed with leading roles in the thriller 'Ex Machina' and as Poe Dameron in the 'Star Wars' sequel trilogy, marking him as a global star.
2015: Recalled Rebellious Childhood
In a 2015 interview, Oscar Isaac recalled his rebellious childhood, including setting off a fire extinguisher and defacing a mural, highlighting his troublemaking tendencies.
2016: Roles in 'X-Men: Apocalypse' and 'The Promise'
In 2016, Oscar Isaac played the titular villain in 'X-Men: Apocalypse' and starred in 'The Promise', a historical drama about a love triangle set during the Armenian genocide. He also narrated the Nike ad 'Unlimited You' and voiced a soldier in the podcast series 'Homecoming'.
2016: Named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2016, Oscar Isaac was recognized as one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world.
2016: Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2016, Óscar Isaac was featured on Time's list of the 100 most influential people in the world, recognizing his significant cultural impact and influence.
2016: Leading Role in 'X-Men: Apocalypse'
In 2016, Óscar Isaac's career progressed with a leading role in the superhero film 'X-Men: Apocalypse', further establishing his presence in major film franchises.
2016: Caring for his dying mother
In late 2016, Oscar Isaac spent most of his time caring for his dying mother and reading her Hamlet by Shakespeare.
February 2017: Death of his mother
In February 2017, Oscar Isaac's mother passed away. In her honor, Isaac starred as Prince Hamlet in The Public Theater production of Hamlet.
September 2017: Performance in 'Hamlet'
In September 2017, Oscar Isaac starred as Prince Hamlet in The Public Theater production of 'Hamlet'.
2017: Played Hamlet in a Major US Production
In 2017, Oscar Isaac became arguably the first Latino actor to play Hamlet in a major US production.
2017: Married Elvira Lind and Had First Son
In 2017, Oscar Isaac married Elvira Lind and they had their first son, Eugene.
2017: Hamlet Role
In 2017, Oscar Isaac played the title role in 'Hamlet', demonstrating his versatility on stage.
2017: Praised as the 'best dang actor of his generation'
In 2017, Oscar Isaac was lauded as the "best dang actor of his generation" by Vanity Fair's chief critic Richard Lawson.
2017: Named Best Actor of His Generation
In 2017, Óscar Isaac was named the best actor of his generation by Vanity Fair, acknowledging his significant impact and talent in the acting world.
2018: Roles in 'Annihilation', 'Operation Finale', and other films
In 2018, Oscar Isaac filmed 'Annihilation' and 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' simultaneously. He also debuted as a producer in 'Operation Finale', playing Peter Malkin. Additionally, he appeared in 'At Eternity's Gate', 'Life Itself', and 'Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse'.
2018: Starring in 'Operation Finale' and 'Annihilation'
In 2018, Óscar Isaac starred in the historical drama 'Operation Finale', marking his first venture into production, and the science fiction film 'Annihilation'.
2019: Star Wars sequel trilogy (2015–2019)
From 2015 to 2019, Oscar Isaac played the role of Poe Dameron in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, marking him as a global star.
2019: Had Second Son
In 2019, Oscar Isaac and Elvira Lind had their second son, Mads.
2019: Starred in "Triple Frontier" with Pedro Pascal
In 2019, Oscar Isaac and Pedro Pascal starred together in the film *Triple Frontier*.
2019: Roles in 'Triple Frontier' and 'The Addams Family'
In 2019, Oscar Isaac starred in J. C. Chandor's Netflix film 'Triple Frontier' and voiced Gomez Addams in the animated film 'The Addams Family'.
2020: Role in 'The Letter Room'
In 2020, Oscar Isaac played a kindhearted prison officer in the short film 'The Letter Room', for which he was also an executive producer.
2020: Ranked among the 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century by The New York Times
In 2020, The New York Times ranked Oscar Isaac 14th in its list of the 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century.
2020: One of the Greatest Actors of the 21st Century
In 2020, The New York Times recognized Óscar Isaac as one of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century, highlighting his significant contributions to the field of acting.
2021: Starring in 'Dune' and 'The Card Counter'
In 2021, Óscar Isaac starred in the science fiction film 'Dune' and the crime drama 'The Card Counter', adding to his diverse filmography.
2021: Lead Role in 'Scenes from a Marriage'
In 2021, Óscar Isaac was the lead in the miniseries 'Scenes from a Marriage', adding to his television roles.
2022: Drive Called Testament to Oscar's Ability
In 2022, Comic Book Resources called the 2011 movie 'Drive' an early testament to Isaac's ability to create tension in his roles.
2022: Starred in "Big Gold Brick" and "Moon Knight"
In 2022, Oscar Isaac starred in the black comedy film *Big Gold Brick*. He also played the titular superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series *Moon Knight*, where he portrayed a character with dissociative identity disorder and served as an executive producer for the show.
2022: Lead Role in 'Moon Knight'
In 2022, Óscar Isaac played the lead role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's 'Moon Knight', expanding his presence in major franchises.
April 2023: Starred in "The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window" on Broadway
In April 2023, Oscar Isaac starred in the revival of Lorraine Hansberry's *The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window* opposite Rachel Brosnahan, which transferred to Broadway following its initial run at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
2023: The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window
In 2023, Oscar Isaac played a role in 'The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window', highlighting his continued stage presence.
2023: Starring in 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse'
In 2023, Óscar Isaac starred in the animated superhero film 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse', showcasing his versatility in voice acting.
2025: Voiced Jesus Christ in "The King of Kings"
In 2025, Oscar Isaac voiced the role of Jesus Christ in the Angel Studios film *The King of Kings*.
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