Up and Coming Actors

Maxwell Jenkins is an American actor renowned for his dynamic roles in both television and film. Known widely for portraying Will Robinson in the Netflix series Lost in Space (2018) over its three seasons, Jenkins has also appeared as young Jack Reacher in the Amazon series Reacher (2022). His early career included roles in projects such as Sense8 (2015), created by the Wachowski siblings, Betrayal (2013), Chicago Fire (2012), Chicago Med (2015), and the comedy film Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016).

In 2020, he starred alongside Mark Wahlberg and Connie Britton in the film Joe Bell (2020), directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green. In 2023, Jenkins took on a leading role in the Apple TV+ series Dear Edward (2023), created by Jason Katims and Fisher Stevens, which was released in February of that year. He also completed filming Sand and Stones, a feature film where he stars opposite Nicolas Cage under the direction of Ben Brewer, with a planned release in late 2023.

Adding to his filmography, in 2024, Maxwell Jenkins appeared in the film Arcadian (2024). This role continues to build on his growing reputation for taking on complex characters in both independent and major studio projects.

Jenkins was recognized by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the "30 top actors under 30" in 2019, highlighting his emerging talent in the industry. He has earned three Saturn Award nominations for his performance in each season of Lost in Space and has also been honored with the Community Leadership Award by the Young Artists Academy.

From a young age, Jenkins has been immersed in the performing arts, making his debut at three years old with his family's theatrical circus company, Midnight Circus. He continues to perform as an acrobat with the company each summer. Outside of his acting commitments, he is musically inclined, playing guitar and mandolin with various bands in Chicago. Despite his demanding schedule, Maxwell remains dedicated to his education as a Chicago Public School student and maintains his involvement with the ASPCA as a committed partner.

Tom Sweet is known for The Childhood of a Leader (2015), Great Expectations (2023) and Enjoy (2021).

Jona Gaensslen was born in 2005 in Duisburg, Germany. He is an actor, known for Dear Thomas (2021) and Double Trouble and the Magical Mirror (2019).

Rhys Connah was born on 28 September 2004 in Heywood, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, England, UK. He is an actor, known for Happy Valley (2014), The Messenger (2015) and The Runaways (2019).

Jaden Klein has maintained an active profile on the film/TV scene since making his professional debut at the age of seven in a featured role in the 2012 award-winning independent thriller "Mother's Milk".

He followed his movie debut with an appearance on the small screen with star Kelsey Grammer in the Starz drama series "Boss". In the summer of 2014 Jaden played Victor Garber's son in the political thriller "Consumed", which also stars Taylor Kinney, Anthony Edwards, Kunal Nayyar, and Danny Glover. He then landed a role in the Blumhouse Production's horror film "Sinister 2" playing a possessed child. Jaden stars alongside Shannyn Sossamon and James Ransone. In the fall of 2015 he was cast in a co-star role of the NBC television series "Chicago Fire" alongside Taylor Kinney. Jaden's other film credits include "Cathedral of the North Shore" and "The Great Chicago Filmmaker". Jaden has also appeared in numerous commercials and print ads.

Leo Knizka is known for Rocca Changes the World (2019), Max und die wilde 7 (2020) and Ein Dorf rockt ab (2017).

Yoran Leicher is known for The Three Detectives (2023), Der Tiger and The Space Between the Lines (2019).

Mikulás Matousek was born in 2005. He is an actor, known for Matka v trapu (2024), National Street (2019) and Alice in the World of Miracles (2018).

Luis Vorbach was born in 2005 in Kaufbeuren, Germany. He is an actor, known for The Perfect Secret (2019), Woman of the Dead (2022) and Tatort (1970).

London Cardinal is known for Travelers (2016), Loudermilk (2017) and You Me Her (2016).

Peter Sejer Winther is known for Held for Ransom (2019), Klassen (2016) and All I Want for Christmas (2018).

Daan Lennard Liebrenz was born in 2005. He is an actor, known for Dark (2017), Meeres Stille (2013) and Krokodil (2013).

Five Novogratz is known for All Square (2018), 9 by Design (2010) and AfterBuzz TV Red Carpets, Junkets & Events (2017).

Ethan Wilkie is known for Nocturnal (2019), The War Below (2021) and Pond Life (2018).

Jesse Ray Sheps was born in New York, July 7th 2005. The young actor began his career in the modeling and commercial worlds for companies such as AT&T, H&M, Mott's AppleSauce, Humira, Nickelodeon, NBC, Sherwin Williams, Toys R Us, Family Dollar, and AMF Bowling (current).

For Nickelodeon's hit television show Zack and Quack, Jesse took on the role of series regular Fluffy. Jesse went on to act in films such as "Collateral Beauty" with Kate Winslet, and "Hard Sell" with Kristen Chenoweth. Jesse also played the lead role of young David Guttierrez in the movie Such a Funny Life. Jesse Ray's work includes features in various roles for Disney and Amazon.

Jesse then filmed a guest-star role on CBS' Blue Bloods, and co-starred in other roles; CBS' drama "Bull" and Netflix's hit series Orange is the New Black.

In his released movie "All Square," Jesse starred opposite Emmy nominated actors Michael Kelly (House of Cards) and Pamela Adlon (Better Things). All Square was the winner of the best narrative film award at SXSW scoring an amazing 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Jesse received great critical reviews for his starring role performance in All Square, including his win for Best Supporting Actor from the Vegas Movie Awards.

Jesse won Best Comedy Short at the American Youth Film Festival and the Art Slope Film Festival for his short film, of which he wrote, directed, and performed in (playing 6 different characters).

Jesse is the Founder and President of the Fire Island Film Festival, an International nonprofit Film Festival dedicated to helping the filmmaking community.

Jesse is currently a student at Yale University and has previously studied at the Yale Summer Conservatory for Actors.

Dante Fleischanderl is known for Jordskott (2015), Alone in Space (2018) and Syrror (2016).

Tomás Andrade is known for Moço (2020), Fatima (2020) and Índice Médio de Felicidade (2017).

Gavin White is an American actor best known for his roles as young Joe Reacher in Amazon's Reacher series and as young Michael Ford in Showtime's The First Lady acting alongside Michelle Pfeiffer. He will also be seen soon on the CW's Walker as Scooter. In addition to acting, Gavin loves running. He's an All League and All Region runner, competing for his high school's cross country and track teams. As a senior, Gavin hopes to be able to continue to pursue his passion for acting and film and his love of running in college.

Giovanni D'Aleo is known for Era d'estate (2016), The Alienist (2018) and The Ruthless (2019).

Collin Jarvis is known for Chicago Med (2015) and Into the Who Knows! (2017).

Patrik Nökkvi Pétursson is known for And Breathe Normally (2018), Echo (2019) and Stella Blómkvist (2017).

Jake Katzman started acting professionally at the young age of six. He has been honored to work alongside as a lead with numerous Hollywood Legends. Jake performed on Broadway starring as Young Charlie in the Tony Award winning show KINKY BOOTS directed by Jerry Mitchell. Working with various celebrities such as Brendon Urie from Panic at the Disco, Billy Porter and Wayne Brady to name a few. Jake's work include THE WILDE WEDDING working as a lead opposite Glenn Close and John Malkovich. Jake can also be seen in TROUBLE directed by Theresa Rebeck working with Anjelica Huston and Bill Pullman. Jake has multiple guest-star roles on network television series. Award winning movie MATERNA directed by David Gutnik, Jake works opposite of Rory Culkin.

Jake has worked on Films, TV, Broadway, Commercials, Voice-Overs, Video Games, Modeling Campaigns, Soundtracks and is a successful singer/songwriter/ musician. His original music is available on all Music Streaming Platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music

Jake is passionate about giving back to his community and society. He volunteers his time for many organizations and helps raise funds for charities that help the youth. He is a high honor student who is taking college courses at a very young age. Jake' upcoming film SKELLY directed by Matt Greene- Delanghe cast includes legend Brian Cox will be released later this year.

Birthdate: October 27, 2005

Evan Fine is known for Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping (2016), Louie (2010) and 37 (2016).

Jacob Lemieux is known for Far Cry New Dawn (2019), Ghost Recon: Breakpoint (2019) and The Division 2 (2019).

Billy Angel is known for Free Rein (2017), A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby (2019) and A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding (2018).