About
Josh Hartnett is an American actor who rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s as a teen idol. He began his career with the ABC drama series 'Cracker' before landing starring roles in popular films such as 'Halloween H20: 20 Years Later,' 'The Faculty,' and 'The Virgin Suicides.' Hartnett is also known for his performances in 'Pearl Harbor,' 'Black Hawk Down,' and '40 Days and 40 Nights'.
Career Timeline
Cracker Debut
Begins his career with the ABC drama series 'Cracker'.
Halloween H20 Recognition
Lands starring roles in films such as 'Halloween H20: 20 Years Later' and 'The Faculty'.
Pearl Harbor Stardom
Stars in 'Pearl Harbor,' catapulting him to mainstream success and establishing him as a leading man.
The Black Dahlia
Stars in 'The Black Dahlia,' which does relatively well.
Penny Dreadful Series
Stars in the TV series 'Penny Dreadful'.
The Ottoman Lieutenant
Stars in 'The Ottoman Lieutenant,' which receives mixed reviews.
Wrath of Man
Stars in 'Wrath of Man,' with Jason Statham.
Oppenheimer
Stars in Oppenheimer, which becomes very successful.
Continued Film Career
Hartnett continues to work steadily in film and television, maintaining his status as a respected actor.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026