Scarlett Johansson has been a cinema staple since her debut in 1994. Here are some of her most iconic roles that have defined her illustrious career:
Ghost World (2001): Scarlett Johansson began to gain significant attention in the early 2000s with her role in the indie film Ghost World, directed by Terry Zwigoff.
She and co-star Thora Birch played two teenage girls grappling with post-high school life. The film earned an Oscar nomination for Best Adapted Screenplay.
Lost in Translation (2003): Johansson’s career milestone came with Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation.
At 17, she portrayed a 25-year-old woman experiencing a life crisis, starring alongside Bill Murray. This role garnered her first Golden Globe nomination and a BAFTA award.
Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003): Also in 2003, Johansson starred in Girl with a Pearl Earring, based on Tracy Chevalier’s novel. She played a 16-year-old girl featured in Johannes Vermeer’s famous painting, earning her second Golden Globe nomination. This role solidified her as a Hollywood discovery and attracted the attention of many directors.
Match Point (2005): In her twenties, Johansson captivated audiences with her beauty and seductive roles.
In Woody Allen’s romantic drama Match Point, she played a charming woman who entices the male protagonist, despite his engagement. This role earned her a third Golden Globe nomination.
The Prestige (2006): Johansson worked with Christopher Nolan in The Prestige, a film about magicians.
She played a magician involved romantically with the main characters, portrayed by Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman. Her alluring beauty was on full display, adding to her growing acclaim.
Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008): Reuniting with Woody Allen, Johansson starred in Vicky Cristina Barcelona as a free-spirited American girl named Cristina. The film, set in the vibrant Spanish city, showcased her fiery and adventurous side.
Black Widow: Scarlett Johansson’s portrayal of Black Widow has become a defining role in her career. She secured the role in 2010’s Iron Man 2, surpassing notable actresses like Emily Blunt and Natalie Portman.
Johansson has since appeared in eight Marvel Cinematic Universe films, earning salaries comparable to co-stars Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth. This summer, she returns to the big screen in a solo Black Widow film, kicking off Marvel’s Phase 4.
Under the Skin (2013): In Jonathan Glazer’s indie film Under the Skin, Johansson played an alien who preys on men, marking her first fully nude performance.
The film received critical acclaim and was included in the BBC’s list of the 100 best films of the 21st century.
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