• Jack Nicholson is a true acting legend
  • From countless great films to award wins
  • See Jack's career highlights in our video!

Jack Nicholson started working in Hollywood in 1958 with the movie The Cry Baby Killer. However, his first big role didn't come until 1969 with the film Easy Rider, alongside Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper.

Jack Nicholson's Career Is Like No Other

In 1970, Nicholson conquered critics with the drama Five Easy Pieces, for which he was nominated for an Oscar as Best Actor. In the early eighties, Jack Nicholson starred in The Shining, directed by Stanley Kubrick.

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Jack Nicholson's Career Highlights
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Nicholson's role as the disturbed "Jack Torrance" gave us one of the best horror film moments in history. His career in Hollywood would continue to flourish after this performance, with the star appearing in many more successful films.

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If you wanna learn more about Jack Nicholson's career, check out the video above!