Harrison Ford

Cast · Writer

Born

July 13, 1942 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

“I don’t look for roles, I look for stories. I look for stories that interest me and that have something to say.” Harrison Ford, born July 13, 1942, in Chicago, is a renowned American actor celebrated for his iconic roles in the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises. Raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Ford initially pursued carpentry before transitioning to acting. He began his film career with minor roles, gaining attention with American Graffiti (1973) and The Conversation (1974). Ford's breakthrough came with his portrayal of Han Solo in Star Wars (1977), a role he reprised in its sequels, solidifying his status as a major star. He further established his fame with the Indiana Jones series, beginning with Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) and continuing through its sequels. Ford's versatility was showcased in films like Blade Runner (1982), Witness (1985), and The Fugitive (1993), earning him an Academy Award nomination for Witness. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Ford starred in various successful films, including Patriot Games (1992), Air Force One (1997), and What Lies Beneath (2000). He revived the Indiana Jones franchise with Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008) and continued to work in notable projects such as The Secret Life of Pets 2 (2019) and The Call of the Wild (2020). Ford’s more recent work includes his first major television role in 1923 (2022– ), a prequel to Yellowstone, where he plays the patriarch of a ranching family. He also stars in the dramedy Shrinking (2023– ), portraying a therapist diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.