Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Rupert Grint

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Rupert Grint made an impact.

Rupert Grint is an English actor who gained international recognition for his portrayal of Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. Cast at the age of eleven with limited prior acting experience, Grint starred in all eight Harry Potter films, from 2001 to 2011. Following the conclusion of the series, he has continued to pursue acting roles in film, television, and theatre, expanding his career beyond the Harry Potter franchise.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1993: Original French film released

In 1993, the original French film "Cible Emouvante", which "Wild Target" (starring Rupert Grint) was a remake of, was released.

1999: Casting Begins for Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

In 1999, casting began for the film adaptation of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" by J.K. Rowling.

August 2000: Selected as Ron Weasley

In August 2000, Rupert Grint was selected to play Ron Weasley in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", alongside Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson.

2001: Debut of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

In 2001, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" was released, marking Rupert Grint's debut screen performance.

2002: Co-Leading Role in Thunderpants

In 2002, Rupert Grint began working outside the "Harry Potter" franchise, taking on a co-leading role in the film "Thunderpants".

2002: Starring in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

In 2002, Rupert Grint starred as Ron Weasley in "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets", receiving positive reviews for his performance.

2004: Release of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

In 2004, "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" was released, featuring Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley, marking a transition for the lead characters into adolescence.

2005: Reprising Role in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

In 2005, Rupert Grint reprised his role as Ron Weasley for the fourth film in the Harry Potter series, "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire", which explored romantic elements and included more humour.

2006: Appearance in Driving Lessons

In 2006, Rupert Grint appeared in "Driving Lessons", a comedy-drama, receiving praise for his portrayal of an oppressed teenage boy.

March 2007: Agreed to Return for Final Harry Potter Films

In March 2007, Rupert Grint agreed to return for the final two installments of the Harry Potter film series.

2007: Release of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

In 2007, "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix", the fifth film in the Harry Potter franchise, was released, becoming a huge financial success. Rupert Grint and his co-stars left imprints at Grauman's Chinese Theater.

July 2008: Starring in Cherrybomb

In July 2008, it was announced that Rupert Grint would star in the drama film "Cherrybomb" with Robert Sheehan and Kimberley Nixon.

July 2009: Release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

On July 15, 2009, "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince", the series' sixth instalment, was released, setting box office records. Rupert Grint observed a change in his character, Ron Weasley.

2009: Premiered at Berlin International Film Festival

In 2009, "Cherrybomb" premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival, but initially struggled to find a distributor.

2009: Starring in Cherrybomb

In 2009, Rupert Grint starred in the drama "Cherrybomb".

March 2010: Grint Designs for Chrysalis Collection

In March 2010, Rupert Grint's painted butterfly, a piece for the Chrysalis Collection for Keech Hospice Care in Luton, was auctioned on eBay.

June 2010: Filming Concludes for Final Harry Potter Films

In June 2010, filming concluded for the final two Harry Potter films, marking the end of Rupert Grint's childhood involvement with the series.

2010: Release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1

In 2010, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1" was released, grossing over US$950 million and earning Rupert Grint critical praise for his portrayal of Ron Weasley.

2010: Co-starring in Wild Target

In 2010, Rupert Grint co-starred in the comedy "Wild Target".

2010: Secured Distribution Deal for Cherrybomb

In 2010, an online campaign by Rupert Grint's fans helped secure a distribution deal in the UK for the film "Cherrybomb".

January 2011: Cameo Appearance on Come Fly with Me

In January 2011, Rupert Grint made a cameo appearance on the BBC comedy show "Come Fly with Me".

March 2011: Cast in Into the White

In March 2011, Rupert Grint was cast as the lead character in the anti-war Norwegian film "Into the White".

May 2011: Grint Participates in 'Make Mine Milk' Ad Campaign

In May 2011, Rupert Grint participated in the "Make Mine Milk" ad campaign to promote daily milk drinking, with his ads appearing on posters and buses across the United Kingdom.

July 2011: Premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

On July 7, 2011, J.K. Rowling named Rupert Grint as one of the "Big Seven" Harry Potter cast members at the world premiere of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2" in London.

August 2011: Photo Shoot with Tom Felton

In August 2011, Rupert Grint did a photo shoot with his friend and Harry Potter co-star Tom Felton for the fashion label Band of Outsiders.

September 2011: Voice Role in Postman Pat Film Adaptation

In September 2011, it was announced that Rupert Grint would voice a character in the film adaptation of Postman Pat.

October 2011: Appearance in Ed Sheeran's Lego House Music Video

On October 20, 2011, Rupert Grint appeared in the music video for Ed Sheeran's song "Lego House".

2011: Concluding Harry Potter Film Series

In 2011, Rupert Grint concluded his role as Ron Weasley in the "Harry Potter" film series with the release of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2".

March 2012: Appearance in Visit Britain TV Ad

In March 2012, Rupert Grint appeared in the "Visit Britain" TV ad alongside Julie Walters, Michelle Dockery, and Stephen Fry.

June 2012: Cast in The Drummer

In March 2012, it was reported that Rupert Grint had been cast in "The Drummer", a biopic about Dennis Wilson of the Beach Boys. Filming was scheduled to begin June 15, 2012.

October 2012: Narrated We Are Aliens

In October 2012, Rupert Grint narrated "We Are Aliens", a 3D Planetarium Fulldome film.

2012: Release of Into the White

In 2012, "Into the White", an anti-war film starring Rupert Grint, was released. The filming, which was shot on location, started in April 2011.

February 2013: Grint to Star in CBS Pilot Super Clyde

In February 2013, it was announced that Rupert Grint would star in a television pilot for CBS called Super Clyde, though the show was not picked up as a series.

July 2013: Grint's Stage Debut in Mojo Confirmed

In July 2013, it was confirmed that Rupert Grint would make his stage debut in Jez Butterworth's black comedy Mojo, playing Sweets.

September 2013: Grint to Star in Enemy of Man

In September 2013, it was confirmed that Rupert Grint would star in an adaptation of Macbeth called Enemy of Man.

2013: Role in Charlie Countryman and CBGB, Stage Debut

In 2013, Rupert Grint appeared in the films "Charlie Countryman" and "CBGB". He also made his stage debut in "Mojo" at the Harold Pinter Theatre in 2013.