Zach Gilford
Jan 14, 1982 (44)
Evanston, Illinois, USA
14 Movies
15 Series
An American actor from Illinois, Zach Gilford became known for his sensitive portrayal of quarterback Matt Saracen in the acclaimed television series 'Friday Night Lights'. On film he took a leading role in the horror thriller 'The Purge: Anarchy' (2014) and has appeared across genre and independent projects. His screen persona often carries a soft-spoken, wounded quality that lends itself to earnest, vulnerable characters. An American performer rooted in naturalistic drama, he is best appreciated for the quiet emotional honesty he brings to leading and supporting roles.
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14Movies
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Zach Gilford
14 Movies
15 Series
An American actor from Illinois, Zach Gilford became known for his sensitive portrayal of quarterback Matt Saracen in the acclaimed television series 'Friday Night Lights'. On film he took a leading role in the horror thriller 'The Purge: Anarchy' (2014) and has appeared across genre and independent projects. His screen persona often carries a soft-spoken, wounded quality that lends itself to earnest, vulnerable characters. An American performer rooted in naturalistic drama, he is best appreciated for the quiet emotional honesty he brings to leading and supporting roles.
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Age
14
Movies
15
Series
TV Shows
Friday Night Lights
2006
Criminal Minds
2005
L.A.'s Finest
2019
Good Girls
2018
The Mob Doctor
2012
Off the Map
2011
The Family
2016
The Midnight Club
2022
The Fall of the House of Usher
2023
Lifeline
2017
Midnight Mass
2021
This Close
2018
Grey's Anatomy
2005
Kingdom
2014
Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories
2014
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Evil Dead Wrath
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After All
Bobby
2025
Film
The Fall of the House of Usher
Young Roderick Usher
2023
TV
There's Something Wrong with the Children
Ben
2023
Film
The Midnight Club
Mark
2022
TV
Midnight Mass
Riley Flynn
2021
TV
Boy Genius
Gordon
2019
Film
L.A.'s Finest
Ben Walker
2019–
TV
Good Girls
Gregg
2018–
TV
This Close
Danny
2018
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Zach Gilford and where are they from?
Zach Gilford is 44 years old, born on January 14, 1982 in Evanston, Illinois, USA.
What are the most famous roles of Zach Gilford?
Zach Gilford is best known for roles in The Purge: Anarchy, The Last Stand, Super.
How many movies has Zach Gilford been in?
Over a 20-year career (since 2006), Zach Gilford has appeared in 21 movies and 21 TV shows.
What was Zach Gilford's first movie?
The career of Zach Gilford began with The Last Winter (2006).
What is Zach Gilford's most recent movie or series?
Zach Gilford's most recent release is After All, which premiered on November 7, 2025.
What TV shows has Zach Gilford appeared in?
On television, Zach Gilford has appeared in Grey's Anatomy, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Criminal Minds, Midnight Mass.
Does Zach Gilford have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Zach Gilford's upcoming work includes: Evil Dead Wrath (2028).
Zach Gilford
1982-01-14 · Evanston, Illinois, USA
Zachary Michael Gilford (born January 14, 1982) is an American actor, best known for his role as Matt Saracen on the NBC sports drama series Friday Night Lights. In 2021, he starred in the Netflix horror limited series Midnight Mass. In 2022, he appeared in the horror mystery-thriller series The Midnight Club, and in 2023, he had a main role in the horror drama miniseries The Fall of the House of Usher. Zach Gilford, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.