Chad Michael Murray

Acting

Freshness: Jan 13, 2026

44Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Aug 24, 1981

Birth Place: Buffalo, New York, USA

About Chad Michael Murray

Chad Michael Murray (born August 24, 1981) is an American actor, writer, producer, director, and former fashion model. He is best known for his roles as Lucas Scott on The WB/CW drama series One Tree Hill, Edgar Evernever on Riverdale, Mirabeau Lamar on Texas Rising, Jacob Thompson on the ABC series Marvel's Agent Carter, Jacob Orr on Chosen, a recurring role as Tristan Dugray on The WB/CW series Gilmore Girls, and Charlie Todd on The WB series Dawson’s Creek. He also had supporting roles in the films Freaky Friday, A Cinderella Story, House of Wax, and Fruitvale Station.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Chad Michael Murray reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 44 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Romance

The majority of Chad Michael Murray's filmography leans towards the Romance 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 30% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Chad Michael Murray remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Fruitvale Station, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Chad Michael Murray Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Chad Michael Murray's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

Fruitvale Station — Oakland, California. Young Afro-American Oscar Grant crosses paths with family members, friends, enemies and strangers b

Fruitvale Station

2013•Drama

★7.1

★7.1

An Autumn Romance — When librarian Taylor Harris suddenly loses her job, she decides to visit her brother in a small town in Montana. There,

An Autumn Romance

2021•Romance

★7.0

★7.0

The Carrier — A grieving mother, dealing with the loss of her philandering son, discovers a secret that will profoundly influence her

The Carrier

2012•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Freakier Friday — Years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter.

Freakier Friday

2025•Comedy

★6.9

Write Before Christmas (2019) movie poster

★6.9

Write Before Christmas — A recently single Jessica sends Christmas cards to people who have impacted her life—the aunt who raised her, her younge

Write Before Christmas

2019•TV Movie

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Chad Michael Murray.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2025	Joy to the World	Max	Hit	Similar →
2025	Bad Men Must Bleed	Jacob Wallace	Flop	Similar →
2025	Freakier Friday	Jake	Hit	Similar →
2024	The Merry Gentlemen	Luke	Average	Similar →
2024	Mother of the Bride	Lucas	Average	Similar →
2023	Christmas on Windmill Way	Brady Schaltz	Average	Similar →
2022	Fortress: Sniper's Eye	Balzary	Flop	Similar →
2021	Toying with the Holidays	Kevin Vaughn	Average	Similar →
2021	Fortress	Balzary	Average	Similar →
2021	Angel Falls Christmas	Gabe	Flop	Similar →
2021	Survive the Game	Eric	Flop	Similar →
2021	Ted Bundy: American Boogeyman	Ted Bundy	Hit	Similar →
2021	Sand Dollar Cove	Brody	Hit	Similar →
2021	An Autumn Romance	Joel Sheenan	Hit	Similar →
2020	Too Close for Christmas	Paul Barnett	Average	Similar →
2020	Survive the Night	Rich	Flop	Similar →
2020	Max Winslow and The House of Secrets	Atticus Virtue	Average	Similar →
2020	Love in Winterland	Brett	Hit	Similar →
2019	Write Before Christmas	Luke Wilson	Hit	Similar →
2018	Road to Christmas	Danny Wise	Average	Similar →
2018	Camp Cold Brook	Jack Wilson	Flop	Similar →
2018	The Beach House	Brett Beauchamps	Average	Similar →
2016	Outlaws and Angels	Henry	Average	Similar →
2015	Other People's Children	P.K.	Flop	Similar →
2015	To Write Love on Her Arms	Jamie Tworkowski	Hit	Similar →
2014	Left Behind	Buck Williams	Flop	Similar →
2013	A Madea Christmas	Tanner McCoy	Hit	Similar →
2013	Cavemen	Jay	Flop	Similar →
2013	Fruitvale Station	Officer Ingram	Hit	Similar →
2013	The Haunting in Connecticut 2: Ghosts of Georgia	Andy Wyrick	Average	Similar →
2012	The Carrier	Thatcher	Hit	Similar →
2010	Christmas Cupid	Patrick Kerns	Average	Similar →
2010	Lies in Plain Sight	Ethan McAllister	Average	Similar →
2006	Home of the Brave	Jordan Owens	Flop	Similar →
2005	House of Wax	Nick Jones	Average	Similar →
2004	A Cinderella Story	Austin Ames	Hit	Similar →
2003	Freaky Friday	Jake	Hit	Similar →
2003	The Lone Ranger	The Lone Ranger / Luke Hartman	Flop	Similar →
2003	A Long Way Home	Sean	Flop	Similar →
2001	Megiddo: The Omega Code 2	David Alexander (Age 16)	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Strong Hearts Have Scars	Cameron Miller	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Fortress 3	Balzary	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Searching for Stars Hollow	Self	Flop	Similar →
N/A	Agent Carter	Jack Thompson	Flop	Similar →

Chad Michael Murray - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Chad Michael Murray?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chad Michael Murray is "Fruitvale Station" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Chad Michael Murray acted in?

Chad Michael Murray has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Chad Michael Murray?

Other notable films include "An Autumn Romance", "The Carrier", and "Freakier Friday".