1973

Harrison Ford’s journey to stardom was anything but conventional. Balancing carpentry work to support his family while chasing acting dreams, he struggled for years to find his big break. That moment finally came in 1973 when George Lucas cast him in American Graffiti.

Like Bob Falfa, Ford showcased his natural charisma, marking a turning point in his career. Reflecting on the experience, Ford shared in a 2002 Empire interview, “It was the first movie where the director let me have any input. It was the first time anyone ever listened to me.”