Career Timeline of Scarlett Johansson: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Scarlett Johansson made an impact.
Scarlett Johansson is a highly successful American actress and singer recognized as the highest-grossing lead actor in film history, with her movies earning over $15.1 billion worldwide. She has received numerous accolades, including a British Academy Film Award and a Tony Award. Additionally, she has been nominated for two Academy Awards and five Golden Globe Awards, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
1994: Film Debut in North
In 1994, Scarlett Johansson made her film debut as John Ritter's daughter in the fantasy comedy 'North'.
1995: Minor Role in Just Cause
In 1995, Scarlett Johansson played a minor role as the daughter of Sean Connery's and Kate Capshaw's characters in the mystery thriller 'Just Cause'.
1996: Early Recognition for Manny & Lo
In 1996, Scarlett Johansson gained early recognition for her role in 'Manny & Lo', where she played Amanda, a younger sister of a pregnant teenager.
1996: First Leading Role in Manny & Lo
In 1996, Scarlett Johansson's first leading role was as Amanda, in Manny & Lo. Her performance received positive reviews.
1997: Roles in Fall and Home Alone 3
In 1997, Scarlett Johansson appeared in minor roles in 'Fall' and 'Home Alone 3'.
1998: Role in The Horse Whisperer
In 1998, Scarlett Johansson appeared in 'The Horse Whisperer', a drama based on the novel of the same name by Nicholas Evans, receiving an "introducing" credit.
1999: Appearance in My Brother the Pig
In 1999, Scarlett Johansson appeared in 'My Brother the Pig'.
2001: Role in The Man Who Wasn't There and Ghost World Breakthrough
In 2001, Scarlett Johansson appeared in 'The Man Who Wasn't There' and had her breakthrough playing in 'Ghost World', an adaptation of Daniel Clowes' graphic novel.
2001: Recognition for Ghost World
In 2001, Scarlett Johansson gained recognition for her role in 'Ghost World', a black comedy adapted from Daniel Clowes' graphic novel.
2002: Appearance in Eight Legged Freaks and NYU Rejection
In 2002, Scarlett Johansson appeared in the horror comedy 'Eight Legged Freaks'. After graduating, she was rejected from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and focused on her film career.
2003: Shift to Adult Roles with Lost in Translation
In 2003, Scarlett Johansson shifted to adult roles with 'Lost in Translation', for which she won the BAFTA Award for Best Actress. She also starred in 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' as a 17th-century servant.
2003: Girl with a Pearl Earring and BAFTA Award
In 2003, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' as Griet, a young 17th-century servant. She also won the BAFTA Award for Best Actress for 'Lost in Translation'.
2003: Transition to Adult Roles with Lost in Translation and Girl with a Pearl Earring
In 2003, Scarlett Johansson transitioned to adult roles with 'Lost in Translation' and 'Girl with a Pearl Earring'.
June 2004: Invitation to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
In June 2004, Scarlett Johansson was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
2004: Campained for John Kerry
In 2004, Scarlett Johansson campaigned for Democratic candidate John Kerry in the United States presidential election and expressed disappointment when George W. Bush was re-elected.
2004: Releases and A Love Song for Bobby Long
In 2004, Scarlett Johansson had five releases, including 'The Perfect Score', 'A Love Song for Bobby Long', and 'A Good Woman'. She earned a Golden Globe nomination for 'A Love Song for Bobby Long'.
2004: Voice Role in The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie and In Good Company
In 2004, Scarlett Johansson voiced Princess Mindy in 'The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie' and starred in 'In Good Company'.
2005: Became Oxfam global ambassador
In 2005, Scarlett Johansson became a global ambassador for the aid and development agency Oxfam.
2005: Collaboration with Woody Allen in Match Point
In 2005, Scarlett Johansson collaborated with Woody Allen in 'Match Point', playing a struggling actress. This marked the start of her collaborations with Allen.
2005: Match Point and The Island
In 2005, Scarlett Johansson starred in Woody Allen's 'Match Point' and Michael Bay's 'The Island'.
2005: Match Point Premiere at Cannes Film Festival
In 2005, Scarlett Johansson's film, Match Point, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.
2006: Singing "Summertime" for Unexpected Dreams – Songs from the Stars
In 2006, Scarlett Johansson sang the track "Summertime" for Unexpected Dreams – Songs from the Stars, a non-profit collection of songs recorded by Hollywood actors.
2006: Appearance in The Prestige
In 2006, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'The Prestige', adding to her growing filmography.
2006: Film Appearances in Scoop and The Black Dahlia
In 2006, Scarlett Johansson starred in Woody Allen's 'Scoop' as a journalism student and in Brian De Palma's 'The Black Dahlia', a film noir. 'Scoop' received mixed reviews, while Johansson felt she was miscast in 'The Black Dahlia', although some critics praised her performance.
2006: Starring in Short Film and The Prestige
In 2006, Scarlett Johansson starred in the short film 'When the Deal Goes Down' to accompany Bob Dylan's song and had a supporting role in Christopher Nolan's 'The Prestige'. While 'The Prestige' was a success, Johansson's performance received mixed reviews.
April 2007: Performance with The Jesus and Mary Chain
In April 2007, Scarlett Johansson performed with the Jesus and Mary Chain for a Coachella reunion show in Indio, California.
2007: Starring in The Nanny Diaries
In 2007, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'The Nanny Diaries'. Her performance received mixed reviews, with some critics praising her and others criticizing her portrayal of the character.
2007: Participated in ONE anti-poverty campaign
In 2007, Scarlett Johansson took part in the anti-poverty campaign ONE, organized by U2's Bono.
January 2008: Campained for Barack Obama
In January 2008, Scarlett Johansson campaigned for Democratic candidate Barack Obama, including appearances in Iowa and at colleges.
March 2008: Date auctioned for Oxfam benefit
In March 2008, a UK-based bidder paid £20,000 on an eBay auction to benefit Oxfam, winning a date with Scarlett Johansson at the world premiere of 'He's Just Not That into You'.
May 2008: Release of debut album Anywhere I Lay My Head
In May 2008, Scarlett Johansson released her debut album Anywhere I Lay My Head, consisting of one original song and ten cover versions of Tom Waits songs, featuring David Bowie and members from the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Celebration.
2008: Release of Anywhere I Lay My Head
In 2008, Scarlett Johansson released her album 'Anywhere I Lay My Head', which charted on the Billboard 200. She also appeared in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona'.
2008: Starring in The Other Boleyn Girl
In 2008, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'The Other Boleyn Girl' alongside Natalie Portman and Eric Bana, which received mixed reviews. Promoting the film, Johansson and Portman appeared on the cover of W, discussing the public's reception of them.
2008: Roles in Vicky Cristina Barcelona and The Spirit
In 2008, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona', the film was one of Allen's most profitable and received favorable reviews. She also played Silken Floss in 'The Spirit', which received poor reviews.
September 2009: Release of collaborative album Break Up
In September 2009, Scarlett Johansson and singer-songwriter Pete Yorn released a collaborative album, Break Up, inspired by Serge Gainsbourg's duets with Brigitte Bardot.
2009: Represents Mango
In 2009, Scarlett Johansson began representing the Spanish brand Mango.
2009: Release of Break Up
In 2009, Scarlett Johansson released her album 'Break Up', which charted on the Billboard 200.
2009: Role in He's Just Not That into You
In 2009, Scarlett Johansson's only role was as Anna Marks in 'He's Just Not That into You'. The film was released to tepid reviews but was a box office success.
2010: Iron Man 2 released
In 2010, 'Iron Man 2', one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films, was released.
2010: Broadway Debut and Iron Man 2
In 2010, Scarlett Johansson debuted on Broadway in 'A View from the Bridge', winning a Tony Award. She also began portraying Black Widow in 'Iron Man 2'.
2010: Broadway Debut in A View from the Bridge
In 2010, Scarlett Johansson made her Broadway debut in a revival of Arthur Miller's 'A View from the Bridge'. She played Catherine and won the 2010 Tony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Play.
2010: Cast as Black Widow in Iron Man 2
In 2010, Scarlett Johansson secured the part of Black Widow in 'Iron Man 2', a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The film earned $623.9 million against its $200 million budget, and received generally positive reviews from critics.
2010: Featured on Steel Train's Terrible Thrills Vol. 1
In 2010, Scarlett Johansson was the first artist on Steel Train's album Terrible Thrills Vol. 1, singing "Bullet."
2011: Role in We Bought a Zoo
In 2011, Scarlett Johansson played the role of Kelly in the family film 'We Bought a Zoo'. The film got mainly favorable reviews, and Johansson earned a Teen Choice Award nomination for her performance.
2011: Singing "One Whole Hour" for Wretches & Jabberers soundtrack
In 2011, Scarlett Johansson sang "One Whole Hour" for the soundtrack of the documentary film Wretches & Jabberers.
February 2012: Hosted fashion launch for Obama's re-election campaign
In February 2012, Scarlett Johansson and Anna Wintour hosted a fashion launch of clothing and accessories, with proceeds going to Barack Obama's re-election campaign.
May 2012: Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
In May 2012, Scarlett Johansson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
September 2012: Addressed Democratic National Convention
In September 2012, Scarlett Johansson addressed voters at the Democratic National Convention, calling for Barack Obama's re-election and for more engagement from young voters.
2012: The Avengers released
In 2012, 'The Avengers', one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films, was released.
2012: Black Widow in The Avengers and Janet Leigh in Hitchcock
In 2012, Scarlett Johansson played Black Widow in 'The Avengers', which broke box office records. Later that year, she portrayed Janet Leigh in 'Hitchcock', a behind-the-scenes drama about the making of Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 film Psycho.
2012: Singing on "Before My Time" for Chasing Ice soundtrack
In 2012, Scarlett Johansson sang on a J. Ralph track entitled "Before My Time" for the end credits of the climate documentary Chasing Ice, which received a nomination for an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
January 2013: Starring in Broadway Revival of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
In January 2013, Scarlett Johansson starred in a Broadway revival of 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof'. Her performance received mixed reviews.
2013: Starring in Under the Skin
In 2013, Scarlett Johansson starred in 'Under the Skin' as an extraterrestrial creature. The project took nine years to complete, and her performance was highly praised.
2013: Supported Scott Stringer's campaign
In 2013, Scarlett Johansson supported Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer's run for New York City Comptroller by hosting a series of fundraisers.
2013: Voice Role in Her
In 2013, Scarlett Johansson voiced Samantha in Spike Jonze's film 'Her', replacing Samantha Morton. She won Best Actress at the 8th Rome International Film Festival for her performance. The film was rated as one of the best films of 2013.
January 2014: Hired as SodaStream global brand ambassador
In January 2014, SodaStream, an Israeli company, hired Scarlett Johansson as its first global brand ambassador.
February 2, 2014: SodaStream Super Bowl commercial
On February 2, 2014, Scarlett Johansson's relationship with SodaStream commenced with a television commercial during Super Bowl XLVIII, creating controversy due to SodaStream's plant in Israeli-occupied territory.
2014: Captain America: The Winter Soldier released
In 2014, 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier', one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films, was released.
2014: Roles in Chef and Lucy
In 2014, Scarlett Johansson played a supporting role in the film 'Chef' and starred as the title character in 'Lucy'. Both films were successful, with 'Lucy' becoming a major box office hit.
2014: Reprising Black Widow in Captain America: The Winter Soldier
In 2014, Scarlett Johansson reprised her role as Black Widow in 'Captain America: The Winter Soldier'. The film was a critical and commercial success.
2014: Starring in Lucy
In 2014, Scarlett Johansson starred in the science fiction film 'Lucy'.
February 2015: Formation of The Singles band
In February 2015, Scarlett Johansson formed a band called the Singles with Este Haim from HAIM, Holly Miranda, Kendra Morris, and Julia Haltigan. The group's first single was called "Candy".
2015: Avengers: Age of Ultron released
In 2015, 'Avengers: Age of Ultron', one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films, was released.
2015: Black Widow in Avengers: Age of Ultron
In 2015, Scarlett Johansson again played Black Widow in the MCU film 'Avengers: Age of Ultron'.
2016: Endorsed Hillary Clinton
In 2016, Scarlett Johansson endorsed Hillary Clinton for president and appeared in a commercial alongside Robert Downey Jr. and Joss Whedon to encourage people to vote.
2016: Performances for The Jungle Book and Sing soundtracks
In 2016, Scarlett Johansson performed "Trust in Me" for The Jungle Book soundtrack and "Set It All Free" and "I Don't Wanna" for Sing: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.
2016: Roles in Captain America: Civil War, Hail, Caesar!, The Jungle Book, Sing, and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
In 2016, Scarlett Johansson played Black Widow in 'Captain America: Civil War', featured in 'Hail, Caesar!', voiced Kaa in 'The Jungle Book', and Ash in 'Sing'. She also narrated an audiobook of Lewis Carroll's novel 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'.
March 2017: Hosting Saturday Night Live
In March 2017, Scarlett Johansson hosted Saturday Night Live for the fifth time, becoming the 17th person and the fourth woman to enter the NBC sketch comedy's prestigious Five-Timers Club.
2017: Spoke at Women's March on Washington
In 2017, Scarlett Johansson spoke at the Women's March on Washington, addressing Donald Trump's presidency and stating her support if he works for women's rights.
January 2018: Participated in Women's March and Time's Up initiative
In January 2018, Scarlett Johansson took part in the Women's March in Los Angeles and collaborated with 300 women in Hollywood to set up the Time's Up initiative.
2018: Avengers: Infinity War released
In 2018, 'Avengers: Infinity War', one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films, was released.
2018: Collaboration with Pete Yorn on EP Apart
In 2018, Scarlett Johansson collaborated with Pete Yorn again for an EP titled Apart, released June 1.
2019: Avengers: Endgame released
In 2019, 'Avengers: Endgame', one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films, was released.
2019: Academy Award Nominations for Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit
In 2019, Scarlett Johansson received two simultaneous Academy Award nominations for her roles in 'Marriage Story' and 'Jojo Rabbit'.
2019: Starring in Avengers: Endgame, Marriage Story, and Jojo Rabbit
In 2019, Scarlett Johansson reprised her role as Black Widow in Avengers: Endgame, starred in Marriage Story, and played a supporting role in Jojo Rabbit. Her performances in Marriage Story and Jojo Rabbit led to her receiving her first two Academy Award nominations for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress, respectively.
December 2020: Advocated for release of Egyptian activists
In December 2020, three members of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights were released from prison in Egypt, after Scarlett Johansson described their detention circumstances and demanded their release.
July 2021: Lawsuit against Disney over Black Widow release
In July 2021, Scarlett Johansson sued Disney, claiming the simultaneous release of Black Widow on Disney+ breached a contract clause for exclusive theatrical release. In September, the dispute was resolved with undisclosed terms, with reports indicating that Johansson received over $40 million and would continue working with Disney.
2021: Black Widow solo film and People's Choice Award
In 2021, Scarlett Johansson reprised her role as Black Widow in her own solo prequel film, on which she also served as an executive producer. For the film, Johansson won The Female Movie Star of 2021 at the 47th People's Choice Awards. Also that year, she reprised her voice role as Ash in the sequel Sing 2.
2021: Black Widow Solo Feature
In 2021, Scarlett Johansson starred in her solo feature film 'Black Widow', gaining global stardom.
2022: Founded The Outset skincare line
In 2022, Scarlett Johansson founded the plant-based skincare line, The Outset, with Kate Foster.
2023: Starring in Asteroid City and My Mother's Wedding
In 2023, Scarlett Johansson returned to the screen with Wes Anderson's comedy Asteroid City, and starred in Kristin Scott Thomas's directorial debut My Mother's Wedding. The Guardian's Benjamin Lee was displeased by the film and Johansson's "awkward British accent".
May 2024: Criticizes OpenAI for chatbot voice
In May 2024, Scarlett Johansson criticized OpenAI for releasing a chatbot with a voice resembling her own, after she declined to formally provide her voice for the app.
2024: Supported Kamala Harris
During the 2024 presidential election, Scarlett Johansson joined a call with other actors in support of Kamala Harris.
2024: Producing and starring in Fly Me to the Moon and Transformers One
In 2024, Scarlett Johansson produced and starred in Fly Me to the Moon, a romantic comedy, and voiced Elita-1 in Transformers One, an animated prequel to the Transformers film series. Johansson also returned to the MCU as an executive producer on Thunderbolts*.
July 2025: Highest-Grossing Box-Office Leading Actor
As of July 2025, Scarlett Johansson's films have grossed over $5.5 billion in North America and over $15.1 billion worldwide, making her the highest-grossing box-office leading actor of all time both domestically and worldwide.
2025: Jurassic World Rebirth
In 2025, 'Jurassic World Rebirth' is scheduled for release, which is expected to be one of Scarlett Johansson's highest-grossing films.
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