Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Robert Pattinson
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Robert Pattinson made an impact.
Robert Pattinson is a highly successful English actor recognized for his roles in both blockbuster and independent films. He has achieved significant financial success, being ranked among the highest-paid actors globally, with his films grossing over $4.7 billion. Pattinson's influence extends beyond acting, as evidenced by his inclusion in Time's 100 most influential people list in 2010 and Forbes Celebrity 100. His career showcases a diverse range of roles, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
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1975: Reference to Al Pacino's Performance
In 2017, David Rooney of The Hollywood Reporter compared Pattinson's portrayal in 'Good Time' to Al Pacino's performance as Sonny Wortzik in 'Dog Day Afternoon' (1975), ultimately describing it as "his most commanding performance to date".
1980: 'Waiting for the Barbarians' Novel Published
In 2019, Robert Pattinson appeared in Ciro Guerra's Waiting for the Barbarians (2019), an adaptation of J. M. Coetzee's 1980 novel.
2004: Film Debut in Vanity Fair
In 2004, Robert Pattinson had his first film role in Mira Nair's costume drama Vanity Fair. Although his scenes were cut from the final version, he played Reese Witherspoon's son.
2004: Early Screen Appearance in Vanity Fair
In 2004, Robert Pattinson made an early screen appearance in a supporting role in the film Vanity Fair.
2005: Cast as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
In 2005, Robert Pattinson played Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. This fantasy film marked a significant role in his early career.
2005: Casting in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
In 2005, Robert Pattinson was cast as Cedric Diggory in the fantasy film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, directed by Mike Newell. He learned to scuba dive in preparation for the role.
2006: Starred in The Haunted Airman
In 2006, Robert Pattinson starred in Chris Durlacher's psychological thriller The Haunted Airman, which aired on BBC Four. He played a World War II pilot suffering from shell shock.
2007: Supporting Role in The Bad Mother's Handbook
In 2007, Robert Pattinson had a supporting role in The Bad Mother's Handbook, a television drama. He portrayed Daniel Gale, who develops feelings for Charlotte.
December 2008: Comments on Unsuccessful Modeling Career
In a December 2008 interview, Robert Pattinson attributed his lack of modeling work to his increasingly masculine appearance.
2008: Global Recognition as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga film series
In 2008, Robert Pattinson gained global recognition for his role as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga film series.
2008: First Leading Role in How to Be and Portrayal of Salvador Dalí in Little Ashes
In 2008, Robert Pattinson played his first leading role in the film How to Be as Art, and he portrayed Salvador Dalí in Little Ashes.
2008: Starring as Edward Cullen in Twilight
In 2008, Robert Pattinson starred as Edward Cullen in the romantic fantasy Twilight, based on Stephenie Meyer's novel. He adopted an American accent and wore contact lenses for the role.
2008: Appears in 'How to Be'
Robert Pattinson's return to comedy in 2018's 'Damsel' marked his first comedy role since his 2008 film 'How to Be'.
February 2009: Presented at the 81st Academy Awards
In February 2009, Robert Pattinson presented at the 81st Academy Awards after Kristen Stewart declined to appear with him.
November 2009: Release of The Twilight Saga: New Moon
In November 2009, Robert Pattinson reprised his role as Cullen in The Twilight Saga: New Moon, which broke records in its opening weekend.
January 2010: Participates in Hope for Haiti Now telethon
In January 2010, Robert Pattinson participated in the Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief charity telethon.
November 2010: Declines Burberry Deal
In November 2010, Robert Pattinson declined a £1 million deal to become the face of Burberry.
2010: Executive Produced and Starred in Remember Me and reprised role in The Twilight Saga: Eclipse
In 2010, Robert Pattinson executive-produced and starred in Remember Me, and he reprised his role as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.
2010: Led romantic drama Remember Me
In 2010, Robert Pattinson led the romantic drama Remember Me.
2010: Recognized as Hollywood's Most Influential Top Unexpected Musician
In 2010, Robert Pattinson was recognized as Hollywood's Most Influential Top Unexpected Musician by the National Association of Music Merchants.
2010: Release of Love & Distrust
In 2010, The Summer House, a short film starring Robert Pattinson, was re-released as part of an anthology titled Love & Distrust.
2011: Led romantic drama Water for Elephants
In 2011, Robert Pattinson led the romantic drama Water for Elephants.
2011: Starred in Water for Elephants and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1
In 2011, Robert Pattinson portrayed Jacob Jankowski in Water for Elephants and reprised his role as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1.
February 2012: Bel Ami Premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival
In February 2012, Robert Pattinson starred as Georges Duroy in Bel Ami, which premiered at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival and was officially released.
2012: Starred in Cosmopolis and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2
In 2012, Robert Pattinson starred in Cosmopolis and reprised his role as Edward Cullen for the final time in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2.
2012: Performance in Cosmopolis
In 2012, Robert Pattinson starred in David Cronenberg's drama Cosmopolis.
2012: The Twilight Saga film series concludes
The Twilight Saga film series, in which Robert Pattinson starred as Edward Cullen, concluded in 2012.
June 2013: Becomes the Face of Dior Homme Fragrance
In June 2013, Robert Pattinson was announced as the new face of Dior Homme fragrance.
November 2013: Cast in 'The Lost City of Z'
In November 2013, Robert Pattinson was cast as Corporal Henry Costin in The Lost City of Z. Set in the 1920s, the film follows British surveyor Percy Fawcett, who disappears in the Amazon rainforest while searching for a mythical city.
2013: Face of Dior Homme fragrance
Since 2013, Robert Pattinson has been the face of Dior Homme fragrance.
May 2014: Films Debut at Cannes Film Festival
In May 2014, two of Robert Pattinson's films, The Rover and Maps to the Stars, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. In The Rover, Pattinson played Rey, a naive American man. In Maps to the Stars, he played Jerome Fontana, a struggling limousine driver. Pattinson's performances received positive reviews.
January 2015: Stars in 'Queen of the Desert' and 'Life'
In January 2015, Robert Pattinson flew to Morocco for the biographical film Queen of the Desert, where he portrayed T. E. Lawrence. He also starred in Anton Corbijn's biographical drama Life (2015), playing photographer Dennis Stock.
2015: Stars in 'The Childhood of a Leader'
In late 2015, Pattinson starred in The Childhood of a Leader, the directorial debut of Brady Corbet. Pattinson took on dual roles in the film, first as Charles Marker, a reporter in Germany during World War I, and later as the adult version of the leader. His performance was described as "elegant".
February 2016: Becomes Dior Homme Menswear Ambassador
In February 2016, Robert Pattinson became the first ambassador for Dior Homme menswear.
August 2016: 'The Lost City of Z' Premieres at New York Film Festival
In August 2016, The Lost City of Z, starring Robert Pattinson as British explorer Corporal Henry Costin, premiered at the New York Film Festival. Pattinson grew a thick beard and lost nearly 35 pounds for the role.
2016: Performance in The Lost City of Z
In 2016, Robert Pattinson starred in James Gray's adventure drama The Lost City of Z.
March 2017: Contributes music to 'Damsel'
In March 2017, Robert Pattinson revealed that he would contribute music to his upcoming film Damsel, which was released in 2018.
2017: Stars in 'Good Time' and Creates 'Fear & Shame' Short Film
In 2017, Robert Pattinson starred in Good Time as Connie Nikas, a bank robber. The film premiered at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival. While promoting the movie, Pattinson wrote and starred in a short film for GQ titled Fear & Shame.
2017: Performance in Good Time
In 2017, Robert Pattinson starred in the Safdie brothers' crime drama Good Time.
2018: Performance in High Life
In 2018, Robert Pattinson starred in Claire Denis's science fiction drama High Life.
2018: Stars in Damsel and High Life
In 2018, Robert Pattinson starred in Damsel, marking his return to comedy, and High Life, a sci-fi drama set in space. His performances received positive reviews.
February 2019: Collaborates with Tindersticks on "Willow"
In February 2019, Robert Pattinson collaborated with the band Tindersticks, releasing the song "Willow" for the High Life original soundtrack.
May 2019: Co-hosts charity event with Helen Mirren
In May 2019, Robert Pattinson co-hosted a charity event with Helen Mirren during the Cannes Film Festival, organized by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, donating $500,000 to Help Refugees.
2019: Performance in The Lighthouse
In 2019, Robert Pattinson starred in Robert Eggers' psychological horror The Lighthouse.
2019: Stars in 'The Lighthouse', 'The King', and 'Waiting for the Barbarians'
In 2019, Robert Pattinson starred in The Lighthouse, The King, and Waiting for the Barbarians. The Lighthouse premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, and The King and Waiting for the Barbarians premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
October 2020: Cameo appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers
In October 2020, Robert Pattinson made a cameo appearance during Haim's performance of "3 a.m." on Late Night with Seth Meyers, reciting the opening spoken-word section via a FaceTime video call.
2020: Reflects on Collaboration with Dior
In 2020, Robert Pattinson reflected on his nearly decade-long collaboration with Dior, remarking on its timelessness.
2020: Stars in 'Tenet' and 'The Devil All the Time'
In 2020, Robert Pattinson starred in Christopher Nolan's Tenet as Neil and in The Devil All the Time as Preston Teagardin. His performances received positive reviews.
2020: Starring in Tenet
In 2020, Robert Pattinson starred in Christopher Nolan's spy thriller Tenet.
May 2021: Signs First Look Deal with Warner Bros. and HBO
In May 2021, Robert Pattinson signed a first look deal with Warner Bros. and HBO for producing and developing projects.
2022: Portrays Batman in 'The Batman'
In 2022, Robert Pattinson portrayed Batman and Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves's superhero film The Batman. His portrayal was praised by critics.
2022: Novel 'Mickey7' Published
In 2025, Pattinson starred in Bong Joon-ho's science fiction film Mickey 17, an adaptation of the novel Mickey7 published in 2022.
2023: Voice role in 'The Boy and the Heron' and Produces 'Rotting in the Sun'
In 2023, Robert Pattinson voiced the grey heron in the English-language dub of Hayao Miyazaki's Japanese animated film The Boy and the Heron. He also produced Sebastián Silva's film Rotting in the Sun.
2025: Stars in Mickey 17
In 2025, Robert Pattinson is slated to star in Bong Joon-ho's science fiction film Mickey 17. He will portray Mickey Barnes, a disposable crew member on a space mission.
2026: Reunites with Nolan for The Odyssey
In 2026, Robert Pattinson will reunite with Christopher Nolan for the epic film The Odyssey.
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