Jeremy Renner’s best-known movies are The Hurt Locker (2008) and The Town (2010), both of which earned him Academy Award nominations, plus his run as Clint Barton/Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and action roles in Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol and The Bourne Legacy. On television, he leads the Paramount+ crime drama Mayor of Kingstown, starred in Disney+’s Hawkeye, and hosted the docu-series Rennervations. More from us: Lyanna Mormont.
Below you will find a quick profile, a film-by-film guide to his key work, a full table of his TV credits, a look at his early life and family, his major awards, and what he has been working on recently, with notes on which titles to watch first.
Jeremy Renner at a glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Jeremy Lee Renner |
| Date of birth | January 7, 1971 |
| Birthplace | Modesto, California, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | Reported at around 5 ft 9 in to 5 ft 10 in (175–178 cm) |
| Parents | Lee Renner and Valerie Cearley |
| Siblings | Eldest of seven children |
| Education | Fred C. Beyer High School; Modesto Junior College |
| Before acting | Worked as a makeup artist while landing early roles |
| Breakthrough film | The Hurt Locker (2008) |
| Oscar nominations | Two (Best Actor; Best Supporting Actor) |
| Best-known TV | Mayor of Kingstown, Hawkeye, Rennervations |
| Other work | Singer-songwriter, musician and producer |
Note: published height figures vary between sources, so treat the range above as an estimate rather than an official measurement. Elsewhere on the site you can also read our profile of Rodger Berman.
Jeremy Renner movies: the essential list
Renner’s film career moves between small, character-driven dramas and very large franchise productions. If you are new to his work, the table below groups the titles that best show his range, with what each one is and why it is worth watching.
| Year | Film | Role / type | Why watch it |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Dahmer | Lead, independent drama | The low-budget role that first got critics talking |
| 2005 | Neo Ned | Lead, indie drama | Another early festival-circuit showcase |
| 2007 | The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford | Supporting, Western | Strong ensemble work alongside Brad Pitt and Casey Affleck |
| 2008 | The Hurt Locker | Lead, war drama | His breakthrough and first Oscar nomination |
| 2010 | The Town | Supporting, crime thriller | Volatile, unpredictable turn that earned a second nomination |
| 2011 | Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol | Supporting, spy action | Introduced him as agent William Brandt |
| 2012 | The Avengers | Ensemble, superhero | First major outing as Hawkeye |
| 2012 | The Bourne Legacy | Lead, action thriller | Headlined a major studio franchise |
| 2013 | American Hustle | Supporting, crime drama | Award-winning ensemble cast |
| 2016 | Arrival | Supporting, science fiction | Quiet, grounded work opposite Amy Adams |
| 2017 | Wind River | Lead, neo-Western thriller | Often cited as one of his best adult dramas |
| 2019 | Avengers: Endgame | Ensemble, superhero | The culmination of his Hawkeye film arc |
The Hurt Locker and The Town: the prestige years
The Hurt Locker, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, cast Renner as Staff Sergeant William James, a bomb-disposal technician in Iraq whose calm under pressure borders on recklessness. The performance earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Two years later he played the hot-headed Jem in Ben Affleck’s Boston heist thriller The Town and picked up a Best Supporting Actor nomination. Those two roles moved him from respected character actor to someone studios trusted with big parts.
Franchise action: Marvel, Mission: Impossible and Bourne
Renner first appeared as Clint Barton in a brief scene in Thor (2011) before becoming one of the original six heroes in The Avengers (2012). He returned in Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Endgame, where Barton’s darker storyline gave him more dramatic material. Over the same period he played William Brandt in Ghost Protocol and Rogue Nation, and led The Bourne Legacy as Aaron Cross.
Dramas and thrillers worth seeking out
Between franchise work, Renner kept choosing smaller adult films. Kill the Messenger (2014) has him as journalist Gary Webb, Arrival (2016) pairs him with Amy Adams in a thoughtful first-contact story, and Taylor Sheridan’s Wind River (2017) features one of his most restrained performances as a wildlife tracker investigating a death on a Wyoming reservation. American Hustle (2013), in which he played a New Jersey mayor, brought him a share of several ensemble awards.
Jeremy Renner TV shows
Renner’s television career began with guest spots in the 1990s and grew into leading roles once streaming services began investing in star-driven series. The table lists his notable TV appearances.
| Show title | Year(s) | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deadly Games | 1995 | Tod | TV series (guest) |
| Strange Luck | 1996 | Joey | TV series (guest) |
| A Friend’s Betrayal | 1996 | Cop | TV movie |
| The Net | 1999 | Ted Nida | TV series (guest) |
| Angel | 2000–2001 | Penn | TV series (recurring) |
| CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | 2001 | Roger Jennings | TV series (guest) |
| The It Factor | 2002 | Himself | Reality/documentary series |
| House | 2007 | Jimmy Quidd | TV series (guest) |
| The Unusuals | 2009 | Detective Jason Walsh | TV series (main role) |
| Louie | 2012 | Jeff Davis | TV series (guest) |
| Saturday Night Live | 2012 | Himself/Host | Variety show |
| What If…? | 2021 | Clint Barton / Hawkeye (voice) | Animated TV series |
| Hawkeye | 2021 | Clint Barton / Hawkeye | TV miniseries |
| Mayor of Kingstown | 2021–present | Mike McLusky | TV series (main role) |
| Rennervations | 2023 | Himself / Host | Docu-series |
Mayor of Kingstown
Created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon for Paramount+, Mayor of Kingstown stars Renner as Mike McLusky, the man who brokers deals between inmates, guards, police and criminals in a Michigan town whose main industry is incarceration. It is a bleak, violent crime drama and the role that has defined his recent career.
Hawkeye and Rennervations
Hawkeye (2021) is a six-episode Disney+ series that follows Clint Barton during the holidays in New York as he mentors Kate Bishop, played by Hailee Steinfeld. Rennervations (2023) is a very different project: a four-part Disney+ docu-series in which Renner and a team convert decommissioned vehicles into useful machines for communities that need them, drawing on his long-standing hobby of fixing up homes and vehicles.
Early life
Jeremy Lee Renner was born on January 7, 1971, in Modesto, California, to Lee Renner and Valerie Cearley. He is the eldest of seven children, and his parents divorced when he was young, so he grew up in a large, busy household where independence came early.
He attended Fred C. Beyer High School and then Modesto Junior College, where he initially studied computer science and criminology. A drama class taken as an elective changed his direction, and he began performing on stage before moving toward screen work. While building his acting career he worked as a makeup artist, and he has also spent years renovating and reselling houses.
Family
Parents and siblings
Renner is the son of Lee Renner and Valerie Cearley and the eldest of seven siblings. Growing up in a large blended family taught him responsibility, and he has spoken publicly about how close he remains to his family, several of whom helped him during his recovery after his 2023 accident.
Marriage and daughter
Renner married Canadian model Sonni Pacheco in January 2014, and the couple separated later that year. They have one daughter, Ava Berlin Renner, born in 2013, and he has frequently described being a father as his top priority.
Physical traits
- Height: reported at roughly 5 ft 9 in to 5 ft 10 in (175–178 cm)
- Weight: reported at around 82 kg (181 lbs), varying with roles
- Build: athletic, kept in shape for action and stunt-heavy parts
- Hair color: light brown
- Eye color: blue
Body measurements quoted online are not officially confirmed, so treat specific figures as approximate.
Career highlights and turning points
Renner began acting in the mid-1990s, debuting on film in National Lampoon’s Senior Trip (1995) and working through guest TV roles. Critics noticed him in Dahmer and Neo Ned, but the real breakthrough came with The Hurt Locker (2008), which earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. From there he balanced studio franchises with adult dramas, then shifted his focus toward television with Mayor of Kingstown and Hawkeye.
On January 1, 2023, Renner was seriously injured in a snowplow accident near his home in the Lake Tahoe area and suffered numerous broken bones. His recovery was widely followed, and he later returned to work, including filming further seasons of Mayor of Kingstown, which made his comeback one of the most talked-about stories in Hollywood.
Awards and nominations
- Academy Awards: nominated for Best Actor for The Hurt Locker
- Academy Awards: nominated for Best Supporting Actor for The Town
- Screen Actors Guild Awards: won Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for American Hustle
- Critics’ Choice Movie Awards: won Best Acting Ensemble for American Hustle
- Gotham Awards: won Best Ensemble Performance for The Hurt Locker
- Various critics’ groups: ensemble prizes for American Hustle and acting prizes for The Hurt Locker
Net worth and income
Jeremy Renner’s net worth is commonly estimated at around $80 million, though celebrity net worth figures are informal estimates and are not confirmed by the actor. His income has come from:
- Acting fees from films and TV series, especially Marvel and Mayor of Kingstown
- Producing work
- Music releases and performances
- Real estate renovation and investment
- Endorsements and sponsorships
Upcoming and recent projects
Renner’s main ongoing commitment is Mayor of Kingstown on Paramount+, which continued after his recovery. He also joined the ensemble of Rian Johnson’s Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. For confirmed release dates on new projects, check the streaming platform or studio announcements, as schedules in film and TV often shift.
Where to start: a watch order for new fans
- For drama: The Hurt Locker, then Wind River
- For action: Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, then The Bourne Legacy
- For Marvel fans: The Avengers, Avengers: Endgame, then the Hawkeye series
- For TV binges: Mayor of Kingstown from season one
- For something lighter: Rennervations
Public image
Within the industry, Renner is known as a committed, physical actor who does a lot of his own preparation for action roles. With fans, his candid social media presence and openness about his recovery after the accident have earned him wide goodwill.
Final Thoughts on Jeremy Renner Movies and TV Shows
Renner’s career covers three distinct chapters: an Oscar-nominated dramatic actor, a franchise action star, and now the lead of a hit streaming drama. Start with The Hurt Locker and Wind River to see his range, then move to Mayor of Kingstown for his strongest recent work.
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FAQs
What is Jeremy Renner most famous for?
He is best known for playing Clint Barton/Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and for his Oscar-nominated performances in The Hurt Locker and The Town. More recently he has become known for leading Mayor of Kingstown.
How many Oscar nominations does Jeremy Renner have?
Two. He was nominated for Best Actor for The Hurt Locker and for Best Supporting Actor for The Town.
What TV shows has Jeremy Renner starred in?
His main TV roles are Mayor of Kingstown, Hawkeye and The Unusuals, and he hosted the docu-series Rennervations. Earlier in his career he made guest appearances in shows such as Angel, CSI and House.
Is Jeremy Renner still acting after his accident?
Yes. After his January 2023 snowplow accident and a long recovery, he returned to work, including further seasons of Mayor of Kingstown.
Where can I watch Mayor of Kingstown?
Mayor of Kingstown is a Paramount+ original series, so it streams on Paramount+ in the US. Availability in other countries depends on local streaming deals.
Does Jeremy Renner have children?
Yes. He has one daughter, Ava Berlin Renner, born in 2013, from his relationship with Sonni Pacheco.
