Kyle Gallner
Born: 1986-10-22 in West Chester, Pennsylvania, USA
Known For: Acting
Biography
Kyle Gallner (born October 22, 1986) is an American actor. He is best known for his work in the horror genre, starring in films such as Jennifer’s Body (2009), Smile (2022). Scream (also 2022), and Strange Darling (2024). Originally from Philadelphia, Gallner made his first screen appearance on an episode of Third Watch (1999). After making his feature debut with a small role in Michael Showalter's bizarre comedy Wet Hot American Summer (2001), he returned to television with episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Touched by an Angel. He next appeared in the series finale of The District (2000) before playing his first recognizable role - that of Bart Allen (a.k.a. "The Flash") on Smallville (2001) during the 2004-05 season. In 2005, Gallner joined the cast of Veronica Mars (2004) for the last three episodes of the first season, giving him the opportunity to carry over his role of Beaver into the next season. During his run on "Veronica Mars," Gallner continued making guest spots, appearing in episodes of Jack & Bobby (2004), Cold Case (2003), CSI: NY (2004) and Bones (2005). Gallner began a recurring role as a devout Mormon in the controversial HBO series Big Love (2006). Meanwhile, Gallner revived his "Smallville" role in early 2007, returning as Impulse rather than The Flash - due to a feature film with the same character being developed by Warner Bros. He Made his acting debut in an episode of NBC's Third Watch (1999). Made his film debut in the comedy cult film Wet Hot American Summer (2001). Had a recurring role as superhero Bart Allen in Smallville (2001) (The WB, 2001-2006; The CW, 2006-2009). Appeared in two episodes of The WB's Jack & Bobby (2004). Joined the cast of UPN s Veronica Mars as Cassidy Casablancas; became a regular during the show s second season. Had a recurring role as Reed Garrett, the son of Detective Taylor's (Gary Sinise) late wife on CSI: NY (CBS) and Played Jason Embry, best friend of Ben Henrickson, on the critically-acclaimed HBO drama Big Love. Featured in the independent film Sublime. Appeared in three episodes of The Shield (FX). Had a supporting role in the Diablo Cody penned dark comedy Jennifer's Body. Played the lead role in the horror film The Haunting in Connecticut. Cast as the lead male, Quentin, in the remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street. Gallner has in his filmography acclaimed Independents films as Gardens of the Night (2008), Beautiful Boy (2010), Red State (2011), Little Birds (2011), Magic Valley (2011) and Smashed (2011). In 2013, Gallner appeared in the film Beautiful Creatures (2013), directed by Richard LaGravenese.
Filmography
2025
- Just Breathe as Nick Blanco
- Carolina Caroline
2024
- Smile 2 as Joel
- Strange Darling as The Demon
2023
- What Comes Around as Eric
- The Passenger as Benson
- Mother, May I? as Emmett
2020
- Ghosts of War as Tappert
- Interrogation as Eric Fisher
- The Catch as Bobby McManus
- Dinner in America as Simon
2019
- Skull as Sam Razor
- The Cleansing Hour as Drew
2018
- The Cleanse as Eric
- Far Cry 5: Inside Eden's Gate as Alex
2017
- Alien Code as Alex
2016
- Outsiders as Hasil
- The Finest Hours as Andy Fitzgerald
- Zen Dog as Reed
- Welcome to Happiness as Woody
- Band of Robbers as Huck Finn
2015
- Just Before I Go as Zeke Morgan
2014
- American Sniper as Goat-Winston
- Dear White People as Kurt Fletcher
- Play It Again, Dick as Cassidy 'Beaver' Casablancas / Kyle Gallner
2013
- CBGB as Lou Reed
- Beautiful Creatures as Larkin Ravenwood
2012
- Smashed as Owen Hannah
2011
- Red State as Jarod
- Beautiful Boy as Sammy
- Magic Valley as TJ Waggs
- Cougars, Inc. as Sam
- Losers Take All as Brian
- Little Birds as Jesse MacNamara
2010
- The Walking Dead as Zach
- Cherry as Aaron
- A Nightmare on Elm Street as Quentin Smith
- Past Life as Xander
2009
- Jennifer's Body as Colin Gray
- The Haunting in Connecticut as Matt Campbell
2008
- Red as Harold
- Trunk as Will
- Gardens of the Night as Ratboy
2006
- Big Love as Jason Embry
- Danika as Kurt Merrick
- Four Kings as Spencer
2005
- Criminal Minds as James Heathridge
- Bones as Jeremy Farrell
- Medium as Young Stephen
- The Closer as Eric Wallace
- Close to Home as Jacob Towers
- Red Eye as Headphone Kid's Brother
2004
- CSI: NY as Reed Garrett
- Veronica Mars as Cassidy 'Beaver' Casablancas
- Jack & Bobby as BJ Bongaro
2003
- Cold Case as Cameron Coulter (1995)
- Red Betsy as Charlie
- Finding Home as Young Dave
2002
- The Shield as Lloyd Denton
2001
- Smallville as Bart Allen
- Wet Hot American Summer as Bobby's Buddy
2000
- The District as Brian Johnson
1999
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Shane Mills
- Third Watch as Rayleigh
- Judging Amy as Zachary Pettit
1994
- Touched by an Angel as Josh Walker