Josh Hartnett

Born:July 21, 1978

Place of Birth:Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Josh Hartnett, born on July 21, 1978, in Minnesota, USA, is a versatile American actor and producer known for his captivating performances on both the small and big screens.

His journey into the world of entertainment began in 1997 when he mesmerized audiences with his portrayal of "Michael Fitzgerald" in the television series Cracker. This role served as a stepping stone for Hartnett, leading him to his feature film debut in 1998 alongside Jamie Lee Curtis in Halloween H20: 20 Years Later, where he showcased his natural talent and charisma.

The year 1998 proved to be a significant one for Hartnett as he earned an MTV Movie Award nomination for Best Breakthrough Male Performance, solidifying his presence in the industry. His breakthrough came with his role as Cpt Danny Walker in the blockbuster Pearl Harbor, where he delivered a memorable performance that resonated with audiences worldwide.

Since then, Hartnett has collaborated with renowned directors such as Ridley Scott, Brian De Palma, Robert Rodriguez, Tran Anh Hung, and Michael Bay, showcasing his versatility and range as an actor. His ability to seamlessly transition between different genres and characters has cemented his status as a sought-after talent in Hollywood.

Beyond his on-screen work, Hartnett has also ventured into producing, demonstrating his passion for storytelling and his commitment to bringing compelling narratives to life. His dedication to his craft and willingness to take on challenging roles have earned him respect and admiration from both critics and audiences alike.

Known for his intense and brooding on-screen presence, Hartnett has a magnetic quality that draws viewers in and keeps them captivated throughout his performances. Whether he is portraying a romantic lead, a troubled anti-hero, or a daring action star, he brings depth and authenticity to each character he embodies.

With a career spanning over two decades, Hartnett continues to evolve as an actor, taking on diverse projects that push the boundaries of storytelling and showcase his range as a performer. His dedication to his craft and his commitment to delivering compelling performances have solidified his status as a respected and talented actor in the industry.

Off-screen, Hartnett maintains a low-profile persona, preferring to let his work speak for itself. His focus on his craft and his dedication to honing his skills have earned him a loyal fan base and the admiration of his peers in the entertainment industry.

As he continues to explore new roles and collaborate with visionary filmmakers, Josh Hartnett remains a dynamic and enigmatic presence in Hollywood, leaving an indelible mark on the world of cinema with his memorable performances and versatile talent.

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Filmography

Acting

Oppenheimer

Ernest Lawrence

2023

The story of J. Robert Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

Fight or Flight

Lucas Reyes

2025

A mercenary takes on the job of tracking down a target on a plane but must protect her when they're surrounded by people trying to kill both of them.

Wrath of Man

Boy Sweat Dave

2021

A cold and mysterious new security guard for a Los Angeles cash truck company surprises his co-workers when he unleashes precision skills during a heist. The crew is left wondering who he is and where he came from. Soon, the marksman's ultimate motive becomes clear as he takes dramatic and irrevocable steps to settle a score.

Trap

Cooper

2024

A father and teen daughter attend a pop concert, where they realize they're at the center of a dark and sinister event.

Black Hawk Down

SSG Matthew Eversmann

2001

When U.S. Rangers and an elite Delta Force team attempt to kidnap two underlings of a Somali warlord, their Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, and the Americans suffer heavy casualties, facing intense fighting from the militia on the ground.

Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre

Danny Franscesco

2023

Special agent Orson Fortune and his team of operatives recruit one of Hollywood's biggest movie stars to help them on an undercover mission when the sale of a deadly new weapons technology threatens to disrupt the world order.

Pearl Harbor

Danny Walker

2001

The lifelong friendship between Rafe McCawley and Danny Walker is put to the ultimate test when the two ace fighter pilots become entangled in a love triangle with beautiful Naval nurse Evelyn Johnson. But the rivalry between the friends-turned-foes is immediately put on hold when they find themselves at the center of Japan's devastating attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.

Sin City

The Salesman

2005

Welcome to Sin City. This town beckons to the tough, the corrupt, the brokenhearted. Some call it dark… Hard-boiled. Then there are those who call it home — Crooked cops, sexy dames, desperate vigilantes. Some are seeking revenge, others lust after redemption, and then there are those hoping for a little of both. A universe of unlikely and reluctant heroes still trying to do the right thing in a city that refuses to care.

The Virgin Suicides

Trip Fontaine

2000

A group of male friends become obsessed with five mysterious sisters who are sheltered by their strict, religious parents.

The Faculty

Zeke Tyler

1998

When some very creepy things start happening around school, the kids at Herrington High make the chilling discovery that confirms their worst suspicions: their teachers really are from another planet!

Lucky Number Slevin

Slevin

2006

Slevin is mistakenly put in the middle of a personal war between the city’s biggest criminal bosses. Under constant watch, Slevin must try not to get killed by an infamous assassin and come up with an idea of how to get out of his current dilemma.

30 Days of Night

Eben Oleson

2007

This is the story of an isolated Alaskan town that is plunged into darkness for a month each year when the sun sinks below the horizon. As the last rays of light fade, the town is attacked by a bloodthirsty gang of vampires bent on an uninterrupted orgy of destruction. Only the small town's husband-and-wife Sheriff team stand between the survivors and certain destruction.

Die Hart

Josh

2023

Kevin Hart - playing a version of himself - is on a death-defying quest to become an action star. And with a little help from John Travolta, Nathalie Emmanuel, and Josh Hartnett - he just might pull it off.

Halloween H20: 20 Years Later

John Tate

1998

Two decades after surviving a massacre on October 31, 1978, former baby sitter Laurie Strode finds herself hunted by persistent knife-wielder Michael Myers. Laurie now lives in Northern California under an assumed name, where she works as the headmistress of a private school. But it's not far enough to escape Myers, who soon discovers her whereabouts. As Halloween descends upon Laurie's peaceful community, a feeling of dread weighs upon her -- with good reason.

The Black Dahlia

Bucky Bleichert

2006

In 1940s Los Angeles, two former boxers-turned-cops must grapple with corruption, narcissism, stag films and family madness as they pursue the killer of an aspiring young actress.

Wicker Park

Matthew

2004

Matthew, a young advertising executive in Chicago, puts his life and a business trip to China on hold when he thinks he sees Lisa, the love of his life who left him without a word two years earlier, walking out of a restaurant one day.

40 Days and 40 Nights

Matt Sulivan

2002

Matt Sullivan's last big relationship ended in disaster and ever since his heart's been aching and his commitment's been lacking. Then came Lent, that time of year when everybody gives something up. That's when Matt decides to go where no man's gone before and make a vow: No sex. Whatsoever. For 40 straight days. At first he has everything under control. That is until the woman of his dreams, Erica, walks into his life.

Production

Lost in Translation

Thanks

2003

Two lost souls visiting Tokyo -- the young, neglected wife of a photographer and a washed-up movie star shooting a TV commercial -- find an odd solace and pensive freedom to be real in each other's company, away from their lives in America.