Bijou Phillips transitioned into acting, appearing in various films and television shows.
Film Debut
1999
Phillips made her film debut in a brief role in the independent drama 'Sugar Town'.
First Major Film Role
1999
Phillips had her first major film role in James Toback's drama 'Black and White', opposite Robert Downey Jr., Jared Leto, Brooke Shields, and Elijah Wood.
Breakthrough Role
2000
Phillips appeared in 'Almost Famous', which further established her acting career.
Critical Acclaim
2001
Phillips was cast in 'Bully', which led 'The Hollywood Reporter' to name her one of 2002's 'Shooting Stars of Tomorrow'.
Leading Roles
2004
Phillips starred opposite Jeff Bridges and Kim Basinger in 'The Door in the Floor', a film adaptation of John Irving's novel 'A Widow For One Year'.
Diverse Roles
2005
Phillips completed a leading role opposite Anne Hathaway in 'Havoc', directed by Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker Barbara Kopple.
Horror Film
2007
Phillips appeared in 'Hostel: Part II', a horror film that further showcased her versatility.
Comedic Roles
2008
Phillips starred in 'Choke', with Anjelica Huston and Sam Rockwell, and played 'Nancy Spungen' in 'Chelsea on the Rocks', directed by Abel Ferrara.
Television Role
2010-2013
Phillips played the recurring role of Lucy Carlyle on the television series 'Raising Hope'.
