Jacob Tremblay

Jacob Tremblay was born on October 5, 2006, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He began his acting career in television roles and made his film debut in “The Smurfs 2” in 2013. His breakthrough performance came in 2015 with the critically acclaimed drama “Room,” where he co-starred with Brie Larson. For his role as Jack Newsome, Tremblay received significant recognition, including being nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role, making him one of the youngest nominees in the award’s history. This performance established him as a notable young talent in the industry.

Following his success in “Room,” Tremblay took on diverse roles. In 2017, he starred as August Pullman, a child with Treacher Collins syndrome, in the drama “Wonder,” which was a commercial success, grossing over $285 million globally. He also ventured into comedy with the R-rated film “Good Boys” in 2019, which performed well at the box office. His talent extends to voice acting, with notable roles including Damian Wayne/Robin in the animated series “Harley Quinn” (2019-present), the titular character in Pixar’s “Luca” (2021), and Flounder in Disney’s live-action adaptation of “The Little Mermaid” (2023). His performance in “Orion and the Dark” (2024) earned him an Emmy Award for Outstanding Younger Voice Performer.

Tremblay’s filmography showcases a consistent career progression, taking on emotionally complex characters in films such as “Before I Wake” (2016) and “Shut In” (2016), and appearing in larger productions like “The Predator” (2018). He has demonstrated an ability to work across various genres, from horror to family-friendly animation. His upcoming projects include “Unabomber” (2026), where he will portray Ted Kaczynski, and voice roles in “Wildwood” (2026). His career trajectory indicates a sustained presence in both live-action and animated features, with plans to explore future endeavors in screenwriting and directing.