Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Sadie Sink

How Sadie Sink built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Sadie Sink is an American actress who started her career in theater at a young age. She is known for playing the lead role in 'Annie' and young Elizabeth II in 'The Audience' on Broadway. Her film debut was in the biographical sports drama 'Chuck' in 2016.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2011: Appeared in White Christmas

In 2011, Sadie Sink appeared in the musical production of White Christmas at Theater Under the Stars, continuing her early stage performances.

October 2012: Standby for Annie on Broadway

From October 2012, Sadie Sink was a standby for multiple characters in Annie on Broadway, gaining valuable experience in the production.

2012: Starred in Annie on Broadway

In 2012, Sadie Sink played the title role in Annie on Broadway, marking a significant step in her early acting career.

2012: Family Moved to New Jersey

In 2012, Sadie Sink's family moved to New Jersey to support her and her brother Mitchell's acting careers, marking a significant commitment to her ambitions.

July 2013: Alternated as Annie on Broadway

Starting in July 2013, Sadie Sink began alternating between the roles of Annie and Duffy on Broadway, showcasing her talent in a leading role.

2013: Television Debut on The Americans

In 2013, Sadie Sink made her television debut in a guest role on the spy drama series The Americans, influencing her to pursue film acting.

January 2014: Final Performance in Annie

In January 2014, Sadie Sink had her final performance in Annie, marking the end of a significant chapter in her early career and solidifying her desire to pursue acting permanently.

2014: Appeared on Blue Bloods

In 2014, Sadie Sink appeared in an episode of the police procedural show Blue Bloods, adding to her early television experience.

2015: Played Young Elizabeth II in The Audience

In 2015, Sadie Sink portrayed young Elizabeth II in The Audience on Broadway, further establishing her presence in theater.

2015: Starred in American Odyssey and The Audience

In 2015, Sadie Sink starred in the NBC action thriller series American Odyssey and appeared in The Audience on Broadway as young Queen Elizabeth II, working with Helen Mirren.

September 2016: Auditioned for Stranger Things

In September 2016, Sadie Sink auditioned for the role of Max Mayfield in Stranger Things, eventually winning the part after multiple callbacks and chemistry reads.

2016: Film Debut in Chuck

In 2016, Sadie Sink made her film debut in the biographical sports drama Chuck, marking her transition into film acting.

2017: Appeared in The Glass Castle

In 2017, Sadie Sink appeared in The Glass Castle, adding to her film roles.

2017: Breakthrough Role in Stranger Things

In 2017, Sadie Sink had her breakthrough role as Max Mayfield in the Netflix series Stranger Things, propelling her to wider recognition.

2018: Paris Fashion Week Debut

In 2018, Sadie Sink made her modeling debut by walking the runway at Paris Fashion Week, expanding her career into fashion.

2019: Appeared in Eli

In 2019, Sadie Sink appeared in the film Eli, continuing to build her filmography.

February 2021: Cast in The Whale

In February 2021, Sadie Sink was cast in the psychological drama The Whale, where she played Ellie, the estranged daughter of Brendan Fraser's character.

2021: Appeared in Fear Street and All Too Well

In 2021, Sadie Sink appeared in the horror film trilogy Fear Street and starred in Taylor Swift's short film All Too Well, expanding her range of roles.

2021: Starred in Fear Street Trilogy

In 2021, Sadie Sink starred in Fear Street Part Two: 1978 and Fear Street Part Three: 1666, playing Ziggy Berman and Constance, receiving critical praise for her performances.

2021: Starred in All Too Well: The Short Film

In 2021, Sadie Sink starred opposite Dylan O'Brien in All Too Well: The Short Film, directed by Taylor Swift, which received critical acclaim and showcased her emotional range.

July 1, 2022: Stranger Things Season 4 Release

On July 1, 2022, the second part of the fourth season of Stranger Things was released, with Sadie Sink receiving acclaim for her performance as Max.

September 4, 2022: The Whale Premiered at Venice Film Festival

On September 4, 2022, The Whale premiered at the 79th Venice International Film Festival, receiving both praise and criticism for Sadie Sink's performance.