Jake Epstein
Born: 1987-01-16 in Toronto, Canada
Known For: Acting
Biography
Jacob Lee Epstein (born January 16, 1987) is a Canadian actor and singer. His best known television roles include Craig Manning in Degrassi: The Next Generation, Chuck Russink in Designated Survivor, and Brian Altman in Suits. He also had recurring or starring roles in The Zack Files, The Umbrella Academy, and The Hardy Boys. On stage, he appeared on Broadway as Peter Parker in 'Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark,' Gerry Goffin in 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical' (original Broadway cast), and starred in the US National Tours of Green Day's American Idiot and Spring Awakening. He has been married to actress Vanessa Smythe since 2018; they have one son.
Filmography
2025
- Hearts Around the Table: Josh's Third Serving as Josh Adler
- Hearts Around the Table: Jenna's First Love as Josh Adler
- Hearts Around the Table: Shari's Second Act as Josh Adler
- Oy to the World as Jake Cohen
- Hearts Around the Table: Kiki's Fourth Ingredient as Josh Adler
- Degrassi: Whatever It Takes as Self
2024
- Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent as Andrew
- Mistletoe Murders as Noah Johnson
- Unwrapping Christmas: Olivia's Reunion as Benjamin Hall
- The Last Timbit as Shane
- Unwrapping Christmas: Lily's Destiny as Benjamin Hall
2023
- Sincerely Truly Christmas as Robert Riley
- What We Do for Love as Jason Sharpe
- Laughing All the Way as Mike Baxter
- The Wedding Contract as Adam
2021
- Candy Cane Candidate as Parker
- Danger Next Door as Ben
- Eight Gifts of Hanukkah as Daniel
2020
- The Hardy Boys as Mr. Munder
- Christmas at Maple Creek as Carter
2019
- Hudson & Rex as Todd Harvey
- The Umbrella Academy as Alphonso Hargreeves
- Mouthpiece as Danny
- Mistletoe & Menorahs as Jonathan Silver
- A Storybook Christmas as Taylor
2018
2017
- Star Trek: Discovery as Dr. Attis
- Ransom as Jasper Edwards
- Frankie Drake Mysteries as Bruce Fordham
- FANatic as James Douglas
- Home for the Holidays as Charles Ponzi
2016
- Designated Survivor as Chuck Russink
- Private Eyes as Harrison Kent
- Degrassi: Next Class as Craig Manning
2015
- Borealis as Fergus
- Full Out as Pierce
- Charming Christmas as Woody
- 4th Man Out as Marc Peters
- It Goes There: Degrassi's Most Talked About Moments as Himself
2014
- Remedy as Dr. Jake Ruben
2013
- Jesse as Jesse Turner
2012
- Blood Pressure as Josh Trestman
2011
- Suits as Brian Altman (voice)
- My Babysitter's a Vampire as David Stachowski
2009
- Degrassi Goes Hollywood as Craig Manning
2008
- Charlie Bartlett as Dustin Lauderbach
- Degrassi Spring Break Movie as Craig Manning
2006
- Degrassi: Minis as Craig Manning
- Angela's Eyes
2005
- Jay and Silent Bob Do Degrassi as Craig Manning
2004
2002
2001
2000
- Quints as Brad
- Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire as Duffy
- The Zack Files as Cam Dunleavey / Tybalt