Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Robert Pattinson
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Robert Pattinson made an impact.
Robert Pattinson is an English actor recognized for his roles in both blockbuster films and independent cinema. He's known for portraying diverse and often eccentric characters. Pattinson has been among the highest-paid actors globally, with his films grossing over $4.7 billion worldwide. He was named one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in 2010 and has also appeared on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list.
2004: Early Screen Appearances
In 2004, Robert Pattinson made early screen appearances in supporting roles, including in Vanity Fair.
2004: Film Role in Vanity Fair
In 2004, Robert Pattinson's first film role was in Mira Nair's costume drama Vanity Fair, although his scenes were deleted from the final cut.
2005: Cast as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter
In 2005, Robert Pattinson achieved an early career milestone by starring as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.
2005: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
In 2005, Robert Pattinson starred in "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire", according to the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, the movie is one of his highest-rated films.
2006: Starred in The Haunted Airman
In 2006, Robert Pattinson starred in The Haunted Airman, a psychological thriller that aired on BBC Four.
2007: Appeared in The Bad Mother's Handbook
In 2007, Robert Pattinson appeared in a supporting role in The Bad Mother's Handbook.
December 2008: Closer Interview on Modelling Career
In a December 2008 interview with Closer, Robert Pattinson discussed his early modelling career, attributing its decline to his changing, more masculine appearance.
2008: The Twilight Saga (2008-2012)
After The Twilight Saga (2008-2012), Robert Pattinson proved his "real acting chops" in "The Batman", where he became somewhat typecast.
2008: Twilight Saga Film Series Debut
In 2008, Robert Pattinson began his global recognition as Edward Cullen in The Twilight Saga film series.
2008: Leading Role in How to Be
In 2008, Robert Pattinson played his first leading role as Art in the film How to Be. He also portrayed Salvador Dalí in Little Ashes in 2008.
2008: Starred in Twilight
In 2008, Robert Pattinson starred as Edward Cullen in the romantic fantasy Twilight, based on Stephenie Meyer's 2005 novel of the same name.
February 2009: Presented at the Academy Awards
In February 2009, Robert Pattinson presented at the 81st Academy Awards. He also played Richard in Daisy Gili's film The Summer House (2009).
November 2009: New Moon Release
In November 2009, Robert Pattinson reprised his role as Cullen in The Twilight Saga: New Moon.
2009: Supports ECPAT UK and Raises Money at amfAR
In 2009, Robert Pattinson actively supported ECPAT UK's Stop Sex Trafficking of Children and Young People campaign, and at the Cannes Film Festival amfAR event, he helped raise $56,000 for the cause.
January 2010: Hope for Haiti Now Charity Telethon
In January 2010, Robert Pattinson participated in the Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief charity telethon.
November 2010: Declining Burberry Deal
In November 2010, Robert Pattinson declined a £1 million deal to become the face of Burberry.
2010: Starred in Remember Me and 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: Starred in Remember Me
In 2010, Robert Pattinson led the romantic drama Remember Me.
2010: 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: Earnings Reported
In 2011, Robert Pattinson ranked fifteenth on Vanity Fair's "Hollywood Top 40" list, citing his $27.5 million earnings from 2010.
August 2011: Raises Awareness for Cancer Bites Campaign
In August 2011, Robert Pattinson used his Teen Choice Awards acceptance speech to raise awareness for cancer, highlighting the Cancer Bites campaign, which supports those affected by the disease.
2011: Starred in Water for Elephants and 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.
2011: Auction of Twilight set visit and screening
In 2011, Robert Pattinson raised $80,000 for the GO Campaign by auctioning a Breaking Dawn set visit and later, a private screening of "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1".
2011: Vanity Fair's Hollywood Top 40
In 2011, Robert Pattinson ranked fifteenth on Vanity Fair's "Hollywood Top 40" list, citing his $27.5 million earnings from 2010.
2011: Starred in Water for Elephants
In 2011, Robert Pattinson starred in the romantic drama Water for Elephants.
2012: The Twilight Saga (2008-2012)
After The Twilight Saga (2008-2012), Robert Pattinson proved his "real acting chops" in "The Batman", where he became somewhat typecast.
2012: Starred in Cosmopolis
In 2012, Robert Pattinson starred in David Cronenberg's drama Cosmopolis.
2012: Starred in Cosmopolis and Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn
In 2012, Robert Pattinson starred in the film adaptation of Cosmopolis and reprised his role as Edward Cullen for the final time in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2.
2012: Twilight Saga Concluded
In 2012, the Twilight Saga film series, starring Robert Pattinson, concluded, having been released yearly between 2008 and 2012.
2012: Bel-Ami film Adaptation
Robert Pattinson starred as Georges Duroy in a 2012 film adaptation of the 1885 novel Bel-Ami.
June 2013: New Face of Dior Homme Fragrance
In June 2013, Robert Pattinson was announced as the new face of Dior Homme fragrance.
August 2013: Visits Children's Hospital Los Angeles
In August 2013, Robert Pattinson visited Children's Hospital Los Angeles, spending time with young patients and participating in arts and crafts activities.
November 2013: Attends Go Go Gala and Purchases Cello
In November 2013, Robert Pattinson attended the Go Go Gala, organised by the GO Campaign, where he purchased a cello made from recycled materials for $5,600.
November 2013: Pattinson Cast in The Lost City of Z
In November 2013, Robert Pattinson was cast as British explorer Corporal Henry Costin in "The Lost City of Z", directed by James Gray.
2013: Richest UK Celebs Under 30
By 2013, Robert Pattinson placed second on Glamour's "Richest UK Celebs Under 30" list, with an estimated fortune of £45 million. He was also recognised by the London Evening Standard as one of the city's most influential figures.
2013: Guitar on Death Grips' Album
In 2013, Robert Pattinson played guitar on "Birds", a track from Death Grips' album Government Plates.
2013: Face of Dior Homme Fragrance
Since 2013, Robert Pattinson has served as the face of Dior Homme fragrance.
May 2014: Donates Bike to Royal Flying Doctor Service Auction
In May 2014, Robert Pattinson donated his bike to an auction supporting the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which provides healthcare to individuals in the Outback.
May 2014: Films at Cannes Film Festival
In May 2014, two of Robert Pattinson's films, The Rover and Maps to the Stars, debuted at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival.
October 2014: Ranked on Rich List of Young British Stars
In October 2014, Heat ranked Robert Pattinson third on its "Annual Rich List of Young British Stars", reporting earnings of $82.89 million. Forbes also found him to be the thirteenth-highest-paid actor of the year, with earnings of $20 million.
October 2015: Joins Global Goals Campaign
In October 2015, Robert Pattinson joined the Global Goals Campaign, which aims to eradicate poverty by 2030.
2015: Named Ambassador for GO Campaign
In 2015, Robert Pattinson became the first ambassador for the GO Campaign.
2015: The Childhood of a Leader
In 2015, Robert Pattinson starred in "The Childhood of a Leader", according to the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, the movie is one of his highest-rated films.
2015: Queen of the Desert and Life Release
In 2015, Robert Pattinson starred in Werner Herzog's "Queen of the Desert" as T. E. Lawrence and in Anton Corbijn's "Life" as photographer Dennis Stock. Critics noted his performances, particularly in "Life", as a career highlight.
February 2016: Ambassador for Dior Homme Menswear
In February 2016, Robert Pattinson became the first ambassador for Dior Homme menswear and appeared in print campaigns photographed by Karl Lagerfeld and Lindbergh.
August 2016: The Lost City of Z Premieres
In August 2016, "The Lost City of Z", directed by James Gray and starring Robert Pattinson as British explorer Corporal Henry Costin, premiered at the New York Film Festival. The movie is set in the 1920s.
2016: The Lost City of Z
In 2016, Robert Pattinson starred in "The Lost City of Z", according to the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, the movie is one of his highest-rated films.
March 2017: Contribution to Damsel Soundtrack
In a March 2017 interview, Robert Pattinson revealed that he would contribute music to his upcoming film Damsel (2018).
2017: Good Time Premieres and Fear & Shame Short Film
In 2017, Robert Pattinson starred in the Safdie brothers' "Good Time" as Connie Nikas, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim. Also, in 2017, Pattinson wrote and starred in a short film for GQ titled "Fear & Shame".
2017: Starred in Good Time
In 2017, Robert Pattinson starred in the Safdie brothers' crime drama Good Time.
2018: Contribution to Damsel Soundtrack
In 2018, Robert Pattinson contributed music to the soundtrack of the movie Damsel.
2018: High Life
In 2018, Robert Pattinson starred in "High Life", according to the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, the movie is one of his highest-rated films.
2018: Starring in Damsel and High Life
In 2018, Robert Pattinson starred in the Zellner Brothers' western-comedy "Damsel" and Claire Denis's sci-fi drama "High Life".
February 2019: Releasing Willow with Tindersticks
In February 2019, Robert Pattinson collaborated with the Nottingham band Tindersticks, releasing the song "Willow" for the High Life original soundtrack.
May 2019: Co-hosts charity event with Helen Mirren
In May 2019, during the Cannes Film Festival, Robert Pattinson co-hosted a charity event with Helen Mirren, organised by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA). Together, they donated $500,000 to the international aid organisation Help Refugees on behalf of the HFPA.
2019: The Lighthouse
In 2019, Robert Pattinson starred in "The Lighthouse", according to the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, the movie is one of his highest-rated films.
2019: Starring in The Lighthouse, The King, and Waiting for the Barbarians
In 2019, Robert Pattinson starred in Robert Eggers's "The Lighthouse", David Michôd's "The King", and Ciro Guerra's "Waiting for the Barbarians".
October 2020: Cameo 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, delivering the song's opening spoken-word section via a FaceTime video call.
2020: Donates to GO Campaign and Surprises Fan
During the first COVID-19 lockdown in early 2020, Robert Pattinson donated to GO Campaign's emergency fund, which provided food and hygiene products to vulnerable families in London and Los Angeles. Later that year, while filming "The Batman" in Liverpool, he surprised a ten-year-old autistic fan with a package of DC Batman gifts.
2020: Reflecting on Dior Collaboration
In 2020, Robert Pattinson reflected on his nearly decade-long collaboration with Dior, emphasizing its timelessness.
2020: Starred in Tenet
In 2020, Robert Pattinson starred as a spy handler in Christopher Nolan's thriller Tenet.
2020: Starring 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.
May 2021: First Look Deal with Warner Bros and HBO
In May 2021, Robert Pattinson signed a first-look deal with Warner Bros. and HBO to produce and develop projects.
2022: The Batman Release
In 2022, Robert Pattinson portrayed Batman and Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves's "The Batman", a critical and commercial success.
2022: Starred in The Batman
In 2022, Robert Pattinson starred as the titular superhero in Matt Reeves's superhero film The Batman.
2023: The Boy and the Heron
In 2023, Robert Pattinson starred in "The Boy and the Heron", according to the review aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes, the movie is one of his highest-rated films.
2023: Voice Acting in The Boy and the Heron and Production of Rotting in the Sun
In 2023, Robert Pattinson voiced the grey heron in the English dub of Hayao Miyazaki's "The Boy and the Heron". Also in 2023, under his company Icki Eneo Arlo, Pattinson produced Sebastián Silva's film "Rotting in the Sun".
October 2025: Global Ambassador for 1664
In October 2025, Robert Pattinson was announced as the global ambassador for premium French beer brand 1664, reuniting with Brady Corbet for the brand's campaign.
2025: Film Grosses Over $4.7 Billion
As of 2025, Robert Pattinson's films have grossed over $4.7 billion worldwide.
2025: To star in Mickey 17
In 2025, Robert Pattinson is set to star as an expendable astronaut in Bong Joon-ho's science fiction film Mickey 17.
2025: Starring in Mickey 17 and Die My Love
In 2025, Robert Pattinson starred in Bong Joon-ho's "Mickey 17" and alongside Jennifer Lawrence in "Die My Love".
2025: Called the 21st Century's "great movie weirdo"
In 2025, Rolling Stone's David Fear called Robert Pattinson the 21st century's "great movie weirdo" and one of the "most interesting A-list actors".
2026: Set to Star in The Odyssey
In 2026, Robert Pattinson is set to reunite with Christopher Nolan for the epic film "The Odyssey".
2026: Filming of The Drama
Robert Pattinson revealed that during the filming of "The Drama" in 2026, he went "crazy for three days".
2030: Target year for Global Goals Campaign
The Global Goals Campaign, which Robert Pattinson joined in 2015, aims to eradicate poverty by 2030.
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