J. Evan Bonifant - Actor Profile

J. Evan Bonifant

Acting
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
8Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 19, 1985
Birth Place: Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA

About J. Evan Bonifant

J. Evan Bonifant (born August 19, 1985) is an American actor. As a child actor, he played small parts on television shows such as One Life to Live and starred in several films, including the lead role in Todd Haynes's Dottie Gets Spanked in 1993. His most notable role was that of Tum Tum, for which he was nominated the Young Artist Award in 1994 in 3 Ninjas Kick Back. He portrayed ten-year-old Buster Blues in Blues Brothers 2000. In 2008, Bonifant portrayed the role of Jerko Phoenix in the Disney series Wizards of Waverly Place.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of J. Evan Bonifant reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of J. Evan Bonifant's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), J. Evan Bonifant remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best J. Evan Bonifant Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from J. Evan Bonifant's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School (2008) movie poster
★9.0

Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School — When Alex is caught using magic to clean her room she is forced to go to wizard school with Justin. Max and Jerry camp o

Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School

2008•Family
★8.6
Summer of Camp Caprice (2001) movie poster
★8.6

Summer of Camp Caprice — Courtney decides to go to Camp Caprice for the summer along with Ginger and her friends. Will the spoiled rich girl get

Summer of Camp Caprice

2001•Family
★6.1
Dottie Gets Spanked (1993) movie poster
★6.1

Dottie Gets Spanked — A six-year-old boy in pre-hippie 1960s United States endures ridicule from his schoolmates and worry from his father ove

Dottie Gets Spanked

1993•Comedy
★5.6
3 Ninjas Kick Back (1994) movie poster
★5.6

3 Ninjas Kick Back — During a championship baseball match, the three brothers hear that their grandfather in Japan is in trouble, and head ou

3 Ninjas Kick Back

1994•Family
★5.3
Blues Brothers 2000 (1998) movie poster
★5.3

Blues Brothers 2000 — Finally released from prison, Elwood Blues is once again enlisted by Sister Mary Stigmata in her latest crusade to raise

Blues Brothers 2000

1998•Music

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of J. Evan Bonifant.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Tennesee Goblin - Flop Similar →
2016 The List Winston Flop Similar →
2008 Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School Jerko Phoenix Super Hit Similar →
2001 Summer of Camp Caprice Sasha (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1998 Breakout Joe Hadley Flop Similar →
1998 Blues Brothers 2000 Buster Blues Flop Similar →
1994 3 Ninjas Kick Back Michael 'Tum Tum' Douglas Average Similar →
1993 Dottie Gets Spanked Steven Gale Average Similar →

J. Evan Bonifant - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of J. Evan Bonifant?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring J. Evan Bonifant is "Wizards of Waverly Place: Wizard School" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has J. Evan Bonifant acted in?

J. Evan Bonifant has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by J. Evan Bonifant?

Other notable films include "Summer of Camp Caprice", "Dottie Gets Spanked", and "3 Ninjas Kick Back".