Shawn Ashmore - Actor Profile

Shawn Ashmore

Acting
46Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 7, 1979
Birth Place: Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

About Shawn Ashmore

Shawn Robert Ashmore (born October 7, 1979) is a Canadian actor who is known for roles in film, television, and interactive media. He began acting in his youth, notably portraying Jake Berenson in Nickelodeon's television series Animorphs (1998–1999), Tyler Connell in Disney Channel's television series In a Heartbeat (2000–2001), and Brad Rigby in the Disney Channel Original Movie Cadet Kelly (2002). At age 14, Ashmore received a Gemini nomination for Best Performance in a Children's/Youth Program for his starring role in the television film Guitarman (1994). Ashmore gained international recognition for his role as Bobby Drake / Iceman in the 20th Century Fox's X-Men films (2000–2014), winning the 2004 MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Male Performance for X2. His later film roles include Canadian hero Terry Fox in Terry (2005), and lead roles in the horror films The Ruins (2008) and Frozen (2010). On television, Ashmore portrayed FBI agent Mike Weston in The Following (2013–2015). Since 2018, he has starred as attorney Wesley Evers in the police procedural drama The Rookie. He has also headlined several video games, providing voice and performance capture for Quantum Break (2016), The Dark Pictures Anthology: Man of Medan (2019), Alan Wake II (2023), and others. Ashmore received a Leo Award for Legend of Earthsea (2004) and has earned multiple Gemini and Saturn Award nominations. He is the identical twin of actor Aaron Ashmore. Description above from the Wikipedia article Shawn Ashmore, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shawn Ashmore reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Thriller

The majority of Shawn Ashmore's filmography leans towards the Thriller 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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shawn Ashmore remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Promise the Moon, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shawn Ashmore Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shawn Ashmore's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shawn Ashmore.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 The Huntsman Max Mason Flop Similar →
2025 Just Breathe Chester Average Similar →
2025 It Feeds Randall Harris Hit Similar →
2022 The Free Fall Nick Flop Similar →
2021 Aftermath Kevin Average Similar →
2020 Darkness Falls Jeff Anderson Flop Similar →
2019 Culture Shock Thomas Average Similar →
2018 Devil's Gate Conrad 'Colt' Salter Flop Similar →
2018 Acts of Violence Brandon Average Similar →
2017 Hollow in the Land Darryl Flop Similar →
2014 Happy Halloween David Super Hit Similar →
2014 X-Men: Days of Future Past Bobby / Iceman Super Hit Similar →
2013 Breaking the Girls Eric Flop Similar →
2012 Mariachi Gringo Edward Hit Similar →
2012 The Barrens Dale Flop Similar →
2012 Already Gone Jude Mulvey Super Hit Similar →
2011 The Day Adam Flop Similar →
2010 Hatchet II Fisherman #1 Average Similar →
2010 Mother's Day George Barnum Hit Similar →
2010 Frozen Joe Lynch Average Similar →
2009 Diverted Mike Stiven Hit Similar →
2008 The Ruins Eric Average Similar →
2008 Solstice Christian Flop Similar →
2006 X-Men: The Last Stand Bobby Drake / Iceman Average Similar →
2005 The Quiet Connor Average Similar →
2005 Terry Terry Fox Flop Similar →
2005 3 Needles Denys Average Similar →
2005 Underclassman Rob Donovan Flop Similar →
2004 My Brother's Keeper Twin Double (uncredited) Flop Similar →
2003 The Second Uncanny Issue of X-Men! Making X2 Self Hit Similar →
2003 X2 Global Webcast Highlights Self Flop Similar →
2003 X2: United Colors of X Self (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2003 X2 Bobby Drake / Ice Man Hit Similar →
2003 Evolution X - The Making of X-Men - Flop Similar →
2002 Cadet Kelly Brad Average Similar →
2001 Wolf Girl Beau Flop Similar →
2001 Blackout First Son Flop Similar →
2000 X-Men Bobby Drake Hit Similar →
1999 At the Mercy of a Stranger Danny Average Similar →
1998 Strike! Photographer Average Similar →
1997 Melanie Darrow David Abbott Flop Similar →
1997 Any Mother's Son Billy Flop Similar →
1997 Promise the Moon Leviatus Bennett Super Hit Similar →
1994 Guitarman Waylon Tibbins Flop Similar →
1993 Gross Misconduct: The Life of Brian Spencer Young Brian Spencer Flop Similar →
1991 Married to It Student in Pageant Average Similar →

Shawn Ashmore - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shawn Ashmore?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shawn Ashmore is "Promise the Moon" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Shawn Ashmore acted in?

Shawn Ashmore has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shawn Ashmore?

Other notable films include "Happy Halloween", "X-Men: Days of Future Past", and "Already Gone".