Lucas Jade Zumann

Lucas Jade Zumann grew up in the Rogers Park neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois. He is the oldest of two brothers and a sister. Lucas was discovered by Paskal Rudnicke Casting during a Disney talent search open casting call in Chicago. He discovered his passion for performing arts at an early age, participating in local theater productions, including a role in the ensemble of Oliver! with Music Theatre Works (formally Light Opera Works) in 2012. This early exposure to acting paved the way for his future in film and television. Lucas made his motion picture debut as Milo in the horror film Sinister 2 (2015). He then played Henry Perry in the independent adventure flick Thrill Ride (2016). Lucas portrayed Jamie Fields in the Oscar-nominated 20th Century Women (2016) alongside Annette Bening, Greta Gerwig, Billy Crudup, and Elle Fanning. Lucas brought depth and vulnerability to the role, earning praise for his nuanced depiction of a boy coming of age amidst a cast of strong, influential women. He depicted Gilbert Blythe on the Canadian television series Anne with an E (2017-2019). Lucas went on to portray Nathan Daldry/A in the teen rom-com movie Every Day (2018) opposite Angourie Rice. He later played Jeff Owings in the 1960s set drama To the Stars (2019). In 2021, he took on one of his most challenging roles as James Whitman in Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets. Zumann's performance was lauded as "raw" and "emotionally resonant," with critics highlighting his ability to navigate the complexities of anxiety, grief, and self-discovery with sensitivity and depth. Lucas made a cameo in the Netflix series Sense8 (2015) and in Season 4 of NBC's Chicago Fire (2016). Lucas is celebrated for his captivating performances and nuanced portrayals of complex characters in both film and television. With a natural ability to convey depth and authenticity, Lucas has quickly established himself as a rising star in Hollywood.