How John Krasinski went from starring on 'The Office' to becoming a Hollywood A-lister

Jessica BoothOct 20, 2020, 20:52 IST

John Krasinski had made quiet the splash in Hollywood.Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

John Krasinski got his big break as Jim Halpert on "The Office" and his career has not slowed down since.
Over the past few years, he's been in a ton of movies and he even founded a production company.
Krasinski starred in, directed, and co-wrote the 2018 hit "A Quiet Place," which he has already filmed a sequel for.

John Krasinski is at the top of his game right now as an actor, director, and producer, and he's been getting all sorts of attention from the media, critics, and fans alike.

And although you may know the 41-year-old as Jim Halper from "The Office," Krasinski has done so much more over the past few years, securing his place as a bonafide star.

Here's how Krasinski went from sitcom star to a leading man with major on-screen and behind-the-scenes parts in Hollywood:

Before "The Office," Krasinski studied acting and took on small jobs in show business.

John Krasinski had a lot of training. Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

In 2004, he got his big break when he was cast as Jim Halpert on "The Office."

Many recognize John Krasinski as Jim Halpert. NBC Universal

Krasinski began showing up in smaller roles in various movies.

John Krasinski had a small appearance in "Law and Order: Criminal Intent." NBC

He made his directorial debut in 2009.

John Krasinski directed "Brief Interviews With Hideous Men." IFC Films

He began getting roles in bigger movies with impressive casts.

John Krasinski worked alongside Meryl Streep in "It's Complicated." Universal Pictures

In 2012, Krasinski worked with Matt Damon to release the film "Promised Land."

John Krasinski came up with the idea for the script. Focus Feature / screencap

After "The Office" ended, Krasinski founded the production company Sunday Night Productions, which eventually led to "Lip Sync Battle."

The show was very successful. Spike

2016 was a huge year for him, as Krasinski attached his name to several impressive projects.

John Krasinski starred in Michael Bay's film "13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi." Paramount

After a little bit of a break from Hollywood, Krasinski returned in 2018 with his biggest move yet: "A Quiet Place."

John Krasinski in "A Quiet Place." Paramount

In 2018, Krasinski landed a spot on Time’s Most Influential People list.

John Krasinski's career is only getting bigger and better. Getty Images

In 2019, Krasinski has still not slowed down.

The actor is still working behind-the-scenes and on-camera for tons of films. Gero Breloer/AP

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