Zach Gilford

Zach Gilford is an accomplished actor, producer, and director known for his roles in critically acclaimed television series and films. After garnering widespread recognition for his breakthrough role as Matt Saracen on the critically acclaimed NBC sports drama series Friday Night Lights starting in 2006, Zach Gilford quickly established himself as a versatile and compelling actor. Gilford was a main cast member for the first three seasons of Friday Night Lights and recurred in seasons four and five, concluding in 2011. Prior to this, he made his television debut with an appearance on ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ in 2005.

His feature film debut came with ‘The Last Winter’ in 2006, followed by co-starring roles in the romantic comedy ‘Post Grad’ (2009) and the drama ‘Dare’ (2009), showcasing his ability to navigate diverse genres. Gilford continued to expand his filmography, starring in ‘The Last Stand’ (2013) and co-starring in ‘The Purge: Anarchy’ (2014). Demonstrating his varied appeal, he also appeared in Taylor Swift’s music video ‘Ours’ in 2011. Expanding his creative endeavors behind the camera, Gilford took on a producer role for the YouTube Red series ‘Lifeline’ in 2017, marking his foray into production and further cementing his multifaceted capabilities within the entertainment industry.

Currently, Gilford maintains a significant presence on television with a recurring role as Elias Voit in the popular series ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution,’ which began in 2022 and continues to present. In 2024, he further expanded his artistic contributions by making his directorial debut, helming an episode of ‘Criminal Minds: Evolution.’ As an accomplished actor, producer, and director, Gilford continues to build a robust and dynamic career across film and television.