Career Timeline of Woody Harrelson: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Woody Harrelson, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Woody Harrelson is an acclaimed American actor best known for his role as Woody Boyd in the sitcom *Cheers*, for which he won a Primetime Emmy Award. He has garnered significant recognition for his film work, including three Academy Award nominations. These nominations include Best Actor for his portrayal in *The People vs. Larry Flynt* and Best Supporting Actor for his performances in *The Messenger* and *Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri*. Harrelson's career spans both television and film, solidifying his status as a versatile and respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

1993: Starred in Indecent Proposal

In 1993, Woody Harrelson starred in the film "Indecent Proposal".

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1999: Narrated Documentary Grass

In 1999, Woody Harrelson narrated the documentary "Grass".

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2003: Joined NORML's Advisory Board

Since 2003, Woody Harrelson has served as a member of the advisory board of NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws).

2005: Starred in North Country

In 2005, Woody Harrelson starred in the film "North Country".

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2007: Starred in No Country for Old Men

In 2007, Woody Harrelson starred in the film "No Country for Old Men".

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2009: Starred in Zombieland

In 2009, Woody Harrelson starred in the film "Zombieland".

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June 2010: Soccer Aid Participation

In June 2010, Woody Harrelson participated in Soccer Aid at Old Trafford in Manchester to raise money for UNICEF. He played the last 15 minutes and scored the winning goal in the penalty shootout.

2012: UNICEF Game Participation

In 2012, Woody Harrelson played the last 10 minutes of the UNICEF game for the Rest of the World team, which lost 3–1 to England.

2012: Starred in 2012 and The Hunger Games

In 2012, Woody Harrelson starred in the movie "2012" and also in "The Hunger Games" film series.

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2013: Starred in Now You See Me

In 2013, Woody Harrelson starred in the film "Now You See Me".

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2015: Starred in The Hunger Games film series

From 2012-2015, Woody Harrelson starred in "The Hunger Games" film series.

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2016: Starred in Now You See Me 2 and The Edge of Seventeen

In 2016, Woody Harrelson starred in "Now You See Me 2" and "The Edge of Seventeen".

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2017: Starred in The Glass Castle and LBJ

In 2017, Woody Harrelson starred in "The Glass Castle" and "LBJ".

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2017: Inspiration for Lost in London

In 2017, the 2002 incident in London, where Woody Harrelson was arrested after a dispute with a taxi driver, served as the inspiration for his live-streamed film, "Lost in London".

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2021: Starred in Kate

In 2021, Woody Harrelson starred in the film "Kate".

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May 13, 2022: Opening of The Woods WeHo

On May 13, 2022, Woody Harrelson opened The Woods WeHo, a cannabis dispensary located off Santa Monica Boulevard in Los Angeles, California.

2023: Launch of The Holistic Spirits Company

In September of 2023, Woody Harrelson announced the launch of The Holistic Spirits Company, a plant-based spirits brand based in Utah, which he co-founded.