Harrison Ford
Date of birth: 1942-07-13
Place of birth: Chicago, Illinois, USA
Known for: Acting
Also known as: Harrison J. Ford
Biography
Legendary Hollywood Icon Harrison Ford was born on July 13, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois. His family history includes a strong lineage of actors, radio personalities, and models. Ford attended public high school in Park Ridge, Illinois where he was a member of the school Radio Station WMTH. Ford worked as the lead voice for sports reporting at WMTH for several years. Acting wasn't a major interest to Ford until his junior year at Ripon College when he first took an acting class. Ford's career started in 1964 when he travelled to California in search of a voice-over job. He never received that position, but instead signed a contract with Columbia Pictures where he earned $150 weekly to play small fill in roles in various films. Through the '60s Ford worked on several TV shows including Gunsmoke, Ironside, Kung Fu, and American Style. It wasn't until 1967 that he received his first credited role in the Western film, A Time for Killing. Dissatisfied with the meager roles he was being offered, Ford took a hiatus from acting to work as a self-employed carpenter. This seemingly odd diversion turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Harrison's acting career when he was soon hired by famous film producer George Lucas. This was a turning point in Ford's life that led to him be casted in milestone roles such as Han Solo and Indiana Jones. Since his most famous roles in the original Star Wars trilogy and Raiders of the Lost Ark, Ford has appeared in over 40 films. Many criticize his late-career work, saying his performances have been lackluster, leading to commercially disappointing films. Ford has always worked hard to protect his off-screen private life, keeping details about his children and marriages quiet. He has a total of five children including one recent adoption with third and current wife Calista Flockhart. In addition to acting, Ford is passionate about environmental conservation, aviation, and archeology.
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Star Wars
1977-05-25
Princess Leia is captured and held hostage by the evil Imperial forces in their effort to take over
Apocalypse Now
1979-05-19
At the height of the Vietnam war, Captain Benjamin Willard is sent on a dangerous mission that, offi
Blade Runner
1982-06-25
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Raiders of the Lost Ark
1981-06-12
When Dr. Indiana Jones – the tweed-suited professor who just happens to be a celebrated archaeologis
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
1984-05-23
After arriving in India, Indiana Jones is asked by a desperate village to find a mystical stone. He
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
1989-05-24
In 1938, an art collector appeals to eminent archaeologist Dr. Indiana Jones to embark on a search f
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
2008-05-21
Set during the Cold War, the Soviets—led by sword-wielding Irina Spalko—are in search of a crystal s
The Empire Strikes Back
1980-05-20
The epic saga continues as Luke Skywalker, in hopes of defeating the evil Galactic Empire, learns th
Return of the Jedi
1983-05-25
Luke Skywalker leads a mission to rescue his friend Han Solo from the clutches of Jabba the Hutt, wh
Working Girl
1988-12-20
When a secretary's idea is stolen by her boss, she seizes an opportunity to steal it back by pretend
Frantic
1988-02-19
The wife of an American doctor suddenly vanishes in Paris. To find her, he navigates a puzzling web
What Lies Beneath
2000-07-21
When Claire Spencer starts hearing ghostly voices and seeing spooky images, she wonders if an otherw
The Devil's Own
1997-03-13
Frankie McGuire, one of the IRA's deadliest assassins, draws an American family into the crossfire o
The Fugitive
1993-08-06
Wrongfully convicted of murdering his wife and sentenced to death, Richard Kimble escapes from the l
Presumed Innocent
1990-07-27
Rusty Sabich is a deputy prosecutor engaged in an obsessive affair with a coworker who is murdered.
The Mosquito Coast
1986-11-26
An inventor spurns his city life and moves his family into the jungles of Central America to make a
Regarding Henry
1991-07-10
After being shot, a lawyer loses his memory and must relearn speech and mobility, but he has a lovin
Hollywood Homicide
2003-06-09
Joe Gavilan and his new partner K. C. Calden, are detectives on the beat in Tinseltown. Neither one
Six Days Seven Nights
1998-06-12
In the South Pacific island of Makatea, career-driven magazine editor Robin Monroe is on a week-long
Sabrina
1995-12-15
Sabrina Fairchild, a chauffeur's daughter, grew up at the Long Island estate of the wealthy Larrabee
K-19: The Widowmaker
2002-07-19
When Russia's first nuclear submarine malfunctions on its maiden voyage, the crew must race to save
Witness
1985-02-08
While protecting an Amish boy – the sole witness to a brutal murder – and his mother, a detective is
Random Hearts
1999-10-08
After losing their spouses in a plane crash, an internal affairs cop and a congresswoman find each o
Firewall
2006-02-08
State-of-the-art security system creator Jack Stanfield has cemented his reputation as a man who's t
Air Force One
1997-07-25
When Russian neo-nationalists hijack Air Force One, the world's most secure and extraordinary aircra
Clear and Present Danger
1994-08-03
Agent Jack Ryan becomes acting Deputy Director of Intelligence for the CIA when Admiral Greer is dia
Hanover Street
1979-05-18
Margaret is a nurse in England during WW2, and married to a secret agent. Things get complicated whe
Extraordinary Measures
2010-01-21
Working-class father John Crowley is finally on the fast track to corporate success when his two you
Patriot Games
1992-06-04
When CIA Analyst Jack Ryan interferes with an IRA assassination, a renegade faction targets Jack and
Crossing Over
2009-02-10
Immigrants from around the world enter Los Angeles every day, with hopeful visions of a better life,
Morning Glory
2010-11-10
A young and devoted morning television producer is hired as an executive producer on a long-running
The Frisco Kid
1979-07-06
Rabbi Avram arrives in Philadelphia from Poland en route to San Francisco where he will be a congreg
Force 10 from Navarone
1978-08-16
World War II, 1943. Mallory and Miller, the heroes who destroyed the guns of Navarone, are sent to Y
Cowboys & Aliens
2011-07-29
A stranger stumbles into the desert town of Absolution with no memory of his past and a futuristic s
Ender's Game
2013-10-24
Based on the classic novel by Orson Scott Card, Ender's Game is the story of the Earth's most gifted
Willow: Behind the Magic
2023-01-25
Featuring the breakout stars from the series and returning legends, this documentary takes viewers b
Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen
2012-02-04
A film where anything can happen - the hero and the heroine changes their faces, age, look, names, a
Always at The Carlyle
2018-05-11
The iconic Carlyle hotel has been an international destination for a particular jet set as well as a
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
2015-12-15
Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the
42
2013-04-12
In 1947, Jackie Robinson becomes the first Black man to play in Major League Baseball facing unabash
Paranoia
2013-08-14
An entry-level employee at a powerful corporation finds himself occupying a corner office, but at a
The Expendables 3
2014-08-07
Barney, Christmas and the rest of the team comes face-to-face with Conrad Stonebanks, who years ago
On The Run With 'The Fugitive'
2001-06-05
A thorough look behind the scenes of the making of the movie
The Age of Adaline
2015-04-16
After 29-year-old Adaline recovers from a nearly lethal accident, she inexplicably stops growing old
Cain Rose Up
2017-07-13
Curt, a depressed student is at the end of his school year in university. As he gets ready to leave
Captain America: Brave New World
2025-02-12
After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an
Brüno
2009-07-08
Flamboyantly gay Austrian television reporter Bruno stirs up trouble with unsuspecting guests and la
The Skywalker Legacy
2020-03-18
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Living in the Age of Airplanes
2015-04-25
LIVING IN THE AGE OF AIRPLANES offers a fresh perspective on a modern-day miracle that many of us ta
Being James Bond
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Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen a
Secrets of the Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey
2016-04-16
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Milius
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The life story of ‘Zen Anarchist’ filmmaker John Milius, one of the most influential storytellers of
Sergio Mendes in the Key of Joy
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Alan Pakula: Going for Truth
2019-10-12
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The Fugitive: Thrill of the Chase
2013-09-03
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The Secret Life of Pets 2
2019-05-24
Max the terrier must cope with some major life changes when his owner gets married and has a baby. W
Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold
2017-10-11
Literary icon Joan Didion reflects on her remarkable career and personal struggles in this intimate
The Making of The Expendables 3
2014-11-25
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Armstrong
2019-07-12
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Toxic Puzzle
2017-04-22
Dying from diseases like ALS and Alzheimer's is a tormenting process. The diseases are on the increa
David Blaine: Real or Magic
2013-11-19
David Blaine's signature brand of street magic mystifies the most recognisable celebrities in the wo
Star Wars: Greatest Moments
2015-12-26
Alex Zane counts down the top 20 Star Wars moments as voted by the public. Includes contributions fr
A Disturbance in the Force: How the Star Wars Holiday Special Happened
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In 1978, CBS aired the “Star Wars Holiday Special” the week before Thanksgiving to an audience of 13
Fashion Forward: Wardrobe and Styling
2007-12-03
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Deck-A-Rep: The True Nature of Rick Deckard
2007-12-03
Fans, filmmakers and people involved with the making of Blade Runner debate if main character Rick D
George Lucas: Creating an Empire
2005-01-27
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Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired
2008-01-18
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The Love We Make
2011-09-10
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Close Up
2012-09-30
More than 150 silent short films about singers, actors and directors captured during Press Conferenc
Creatures from Star Wars
2006-12-12
When Star Wars Ruled the World
2004-09-18
A VH1 television special wherein the cast discuss the making of the films and what made the franchis
The Story of Star Wars
2004-08-18
The Skywalker family is at the heart of the Star Wars saga. Now hear the inside story of Luke and An
A Time for Killing
1967-08-01
During the Civil War, Confederate soldiers escape from a Union prison and head for the Mexican borde
American Graffiti
1973-08-11
A couple of high school graduates spend one final night cruising the strip with their buddies before
The Conversation
1974-04-07
A paranoid, secretive surveillance expert has a crisis of conscience when he suspects that the coupl
The Concert for New York City
2001-10-20
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R2-D2: Beneath the Dome
2001-11-25
Mockumentary telling the never before told life story of the fictional robot R2-D2 from the Star War
Masters of the Martial Arts Presented by Wesley Snipes
1998-08-18
Special honoring the grand masters of the martial arts with guest stars from film and television, mu
Star Wars vs. Star Trek: The Rivalry Continues
2002-01-01
For years, STAR WARS fan have squared off against STAR TREK fans over which space fantasy is the bet
Star Wars: The Magic & the Mystery
1997-02-06
Host Howie Long takes viewers on a tour of the "Star Wars" universe, as Fox TV celebrates the re-rel
One Hundred and One Nights
1995-01-25
Monsieur Cinema, a hundred years old, lives alone in a large villa. His memories fade away, so he en
The World of Jacques Demy
1995-09-22
Agnès Varda's documentary portrait of her late husband, Jacques Demy. A companion piece to her Jacq
Mustang: The Hidden Kingdom
1994-08-01
Documentary following the journey of the Dalai Lama's personal envoy to the remote feudal kingdom of
The Making of The Empire Strikes Back
1980-09-22
Even the most devout Star Wars fan might not know that filmmaker and journalist Michel Parbot was on
From Star Wars to Jedi: The Making of a Saga
1983-12-03
From Star Wars to Jedi: The Making of a Saga is a 1983 television documentary special that originall
Great Movie Stunts: Raiders of the Lost Ark
1981-10-05
A documentary hosted by Harrison Ford about the stunts of 'Raiders of the Lost Ark.'
Earth and the American Dream
1992-10-01
A beautiful and disturbing film recounts America’s story from the environment’s point of view. From
Jimmy Hollywood
1994-03-30
Jimmy Alto is an actor wannabe who stumbles into the role of a lifetime. He becomes a vigilante crim
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: Mystery of the Blues
1999-10-26
Going to college and working in a seedy speakeasy bring Indy into contact with jazz great Sidney Bec
Return of the Ewok
1982-01-01
A mockumentary starring Warwick Davis, the actor who played the Ewok, Wicket W. Warrick in Star Wars
Great Adventurers & Their Quests: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
1990-01-31
A special examining the appeal of real-life daredevils and heroic figures compared with their fictio
The Making of 'Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom'
1984-12-04
A documentary following the various stages in the production of Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Commercial Entertainment Product
1992-11-24
The video debut of experimental musicians and culture jamming artists Emergency Broadcast Network.
SP FX: The Empire Strikes Back
1980-09-22
Hosted by Mark Hamill, this revealing documentary offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into the amazing
More American Graffiti
1979-08-03
College graduates deal with Vietnam and other issues of the late '60s.
Judgment: The Court Martial of Lt. William Calley
1975-01-12
This docudrama follows the court-martial of the title character, the man held responsible for the My
Zabriskie Point
1970-03-26
Anthropology student Daria, who's helping a property developer build a village in the Los Angeles de
The Possessed
1977-05-01
A former priest, now an exorcist, battles the satanic forces that are threatening the students at a
The Making of Star Wars
1977-09-16
Learn the incredible behind-the-scenes story of how the original Star Wars movie was brought to the
The Intruders
1970-11-10
The James and Younger outlaw gangs ride into town, and it is up to the local marshal, who has lost b
Timeless Heroes: Indiana Jones and Harrison Ford
2023-12-01
An in-depth look at an incredible moment in film history when Steven Spielberg and George Lucas asse
Getting Straight
1970-05-13
Graduate student Harry Bailey was once one of the most visible undergraduate activists on campus, bu
Dead Heat on a Merry-Go-Round
1966-10-12
A sophisticated con man mounts an intricate plan to rob an airport bank while the Soviet premier is
Luv
1967-07-26
Depressed by the direction his life is taking, Harry decides to take his own life by jumping off the
Journey to Shiloh
1968-05-10
At the beginning of the Civil War, seven friends embark on a cross-country journey in order to join
The Star Wars Holiday Special
1978-11-17
Luke Skywalker and Han Solo battle evil Imperial forces to help Chewbacca reach his imperiled family
Empire of Dreams: The Story of the Star Wars Trilogy
2004-09-20
From the earliest versions of the script to the blockbuster debuts, explore the creation of the Star
Spielberg
2017-10-05
A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Stev
Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
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Saving Sakic
2024-04-16
An original hockey documentary from NHL Productions, dives into the story of how the former Avalanch
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
2023-06-25
Finding himself in a new era, and approaching retirement, Indy wrestles with fitting into a world th
Blade Runner 2049
2017-10-04
Thirty years after the events of the first film, a new blade runner, LAPD Officer K, unearths a long
Disney Legends Awards Ceremony
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Since 1987, the Disney Legends Awards program has honored individuals for the significant impact the
The Beaches of Agnès
2008-12-17
Filmmaking icon Agnès Varda, the award-winning director regarded by many as the grandmother of the F
Heroes
1977-11-04
A Vietnam veteran suffering from post traumatic stress disorder breaks out of a VA hospital and goes
Dynasty
1976-03-13
The story of a pioneer family in the early 1800s that seeks its fortunes on the Ohio frontier.
Drew: The Man Behind the Poster
2013-07-19
A documentary on legendary movie-poster artist Drew Struzan.
Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner
2007-12-18
The definitive 3½-hour documentary about the troubled creation and enduring legacy of the science fi
Brace for Impact: The Chesley B. Sullenberger Story
2010-01-10
Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger made aviation history on January 15th, 2009 when he successfully lan
Lost Worlds: Life in the Balance
2001-04-14
Lost Worlds looks at untouched aspects of nature in parts of the world where humans rarely tread. Fr
Lord of the Ants
2008-05-20
A documentary concerning the biologist Stuart Altmann and his work with ants.
Flying the Feathered Edge: The Bob Hoover Project
2014-08-10
Bob Hoover tells his own story and shares, with his trademark charm, the hard earned wisdom of a lif
The Call of the Wild
2020-02-19
Buck is a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is turned upside down when he is suddenly upr
The Characters of Star Wars
2004-09-21
The Characters of Star Wars is a Video Documentary included in the 2004 DVD release of the Star Wars
Disneyland 60: The Wonderful World of Disney
2016-02-21
Walt Disney, one of the ultimate dreamers, used his uninhibited imagination and determination to cre
From Star Wars to Star Wars: The Story of Industrial Light & Magic
1999-06-15
The incredible evolution of George Lucas' special effects dream factory, including an inside look at
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
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The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Damero
The Making of 'American Graffiti'
1998-09-15
Documentary that features many interviews and other footage of the cast and crew for the film Americ
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Indiana Jones: The Search for the Lost Golden Age
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The Blade Runner Phenomenon
2021-05-27
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Harrison Ford: Hollywood Hero
2023-02-01
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Under the Boardwalk: The Monopoly Story
2010-10-10
Under the Boardwalk: The Monopoly Story shows how the classic board game has become a worldwide cult
Late Night with Conan O'Brien: 10th Anniversary Special
2003-09-14
Conan O'Brien celebrates ten years of "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" in this one-hour special. Many
Indiana Jones: Making the Trilogy
2003-10-21
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The Making of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
2023-08-29
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AFI's 100 Years... 100 Passions: America's Greatest Love Stories
2002-06-11
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Indiana Jones: Chasing an Icon
2023-06-01
A whip, a hat on his head, a worn leather jacket, an inimitable ironic smile, an unmistakable silhou
Glenmorangie: Once Upon a Time in Scotland
2025-01-31
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The Doors - Feast Of Friends: Encore
2014-11-10
A newly produced feature using footage shot for Feast Of Friends, Encore is a complimentary piece wh
Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir
2012-10-09
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Water to Wine
2012-01-26
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AFI’s 100 Years… 100 Thrills
2001-06-12
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The Story of the Faithful Wookiee
1978-11-17
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