Everything We Know About Walker Scobell!

At 13 years old, Walker Scobell has already worked with stars like Ryan Reynolds and Jennifer Garner, taking over the entertainment industry one project at a time! 

The newest son of Zeus has Percy Jackson fan’s star (more like lightning) struck! Walker Scobell is just 13 years old and cast in Disney Plus’ Percy Jackson and the Olympians series. The child actor already has an extensive list of career highlights and worked with some of Hollywood’s best stars. However, the up-and-coming actor has several unique passions off the screen too.

Acting Roles:

The Adams Project is Scobell’s first real acting endeavor. Before this film, he had never been in a TV studio. Now, entering his teenage years, Scobell has already worked with a plethora of critically acclaimed actors. Most recently in The Adams Project, Scobell acted alongside Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Garner, and Mark Ruffalo. Scobell plays the 12-year-old version of Reynolds’ character, Adam Reed. Scobell secured his first chemistry read with the cast 18 days after submitting his audition tape to producers. Out of 400 other child actors, Scobell’s Reynolds-esque energy won over the casting team. Scobell was awarded his role due to his immense knowledge of Reynolds himself. The child acting prodigy had been studying Reynolds for years and admitted that he has been watching Deadpool, picking up on his idol’s mannerisms, since 7 years old.

Scobell got along with the cast incredibly well, and although he is a serious and committed actor, he brings his exuberant energy to every shoot. On The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Scobell talked about what it’s like to work alongside such highly esteemed actors. He confessed that during the long days he would often try to jump out and scare his co-stars, especially Reynolds.

Before his stardom took off, Scobell acted in his school play of Marry Poppins. He was 10 years old at the time of the production and played Michael, the young brother.

Scobell also recently wrapped on the set of the upcoming Netflix movie Secret Headquarters. The up and comer is starring in this superhero movie while sharing the screen with Owen Wilson. The promising film is on track to premiere in August 2022.

He has the coolest squad:

Besides hanging out with co-stars and friends Reynolds, Ruffalo, and Garner, Scobell’s also had the opportunity to meet celebrities like David Dobrik. The two both love adventurous activities, so it’s no surprise they would get along.

Scobell’s squad also extends to his fellow co-stars from Secret Headquarters, including Reese Witherspoon’s niece, Abby James Witherspoon and Momona Tamada.

Hidden talents:

Scobell has a variety of adventurous hobbies that he enjoys in his free time. Among his many talents, the teen star is most known for his skating tricks. It’s one of his absolute favorite things to do, other than acting of course.

We’re very excited to see everything Scobell has in store for us in the future!