Jared Gilman
ActingAbout Jared Gilman
Jared T. Raynor Gilman (born December 28, 1998) is an American actor best known for his role as Sam Shakusky in the 2012 Wes Anderson film Moonrise Kingdom, which earned him a 2013 Young Artist Award nomination as Best Leading Young Actor in a Feature Film. Gilman won his first professional acting role as Sam Shakusky in Moonrise Kingdom at age 12. In preparation for the film, Gilman studied canoeing, cooking over an open fire, and Clint Eastwood's character in Escape from Alcatraz. In 2016 he appeared in Paterson, once again alongside Kara Hayward. Gilman has scripted, acted in, and edited his own short action videos.
Jared Gilman Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Jared Gilman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 17 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Jared Gilman's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Jared Gilman's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Moonrise Kingdom Extras - Eleven iPhone Videos by Edward Norton., which stands out as a key performance.
Best Jared Gilman Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jared Gilman's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Jared Gilman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Weird Kisses | Connor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Who Are You to Judge? | Sam Steiner | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Gen. Sex | Ben | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Susie Searches | Jed | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | January | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Angry Neighbors | Jack | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Overlook | Tyler | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Bliss | Toby | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | It Takes Three | Cy Berger | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Paterson | Male Student | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Moonrise Kingdom Extras - Eleven iPhone Videos by Edward Norton. | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Exploring the Set of 'Moonrise Kingdom' | Self / Sam S. | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Two-Bit Waltz | Bernie | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Elsa & Fred | Michael | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Moonrise Kingdom | Sam Shakusky | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | The Falls | Henry Belfield | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Hamilton House | Haunted House Guest | Flop | Similar → |
Jared Gilman - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jared Gilman?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jared Gilman is "Moonrise Kingdom Extras - Eleven iPhone Videos by Edward Norton." with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Jared Gilman acted in?
Jared Gilman has been featured in at least 17 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jared Gilman?
Other notable films include "Moonrise Kingdom", "Paterson", and "Exploring the Set of 'Moonrise Kingdom'".