Jake Abel
ActingAbout Jake Abel
Jacob Allen "Jake" Abel (born November 18, 1987) is an American actor. Abel was born in Canton, Ohio. His first break was landing a role in the Disney Channel Original Movie Go Figure as Spencer, and later had a recurring role on Threshold, and numerous guest starring roles on such shows as Cold Case and ER. He was honored with a Rising Star award at the 16th Hamptons International Film Festival in October, 2008 for his work in the film Flash of Genius. In 2009, Abel can be seen in The Lovely Bones directed by Peter Jackson, and Angel of Death, which is a 10-episode web series. In February 2009, Jake was cast as the 19-year old Adam Milligan, on the CW hit series Supernatural. He was next seen as Luke Castellan in Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief, released on February 12, 2010. Afterward Abel starred in I Am Number Four as Mark James. Description above from the Wikipedia article Jake Abel, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jake Abel reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Jake Abel's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 29% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jake Abel remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Lovely Bones, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jake Abel Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jake Abel's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jake Abel.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Unspoken | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Red Mask | Ryan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Fog of War | Gene Lewis | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Malignant | Derek Mitchell | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Son of the South | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | An Affair to Die For | Everett | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Shrimp | Daniel | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Almost Friends | Jack | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Love & Mercy | Mike Love | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Good Kill | M.I.C. Joseph Zimmer | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Against the Sun | Gene Aldrich | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters | Luke Castellan | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Host | Ian O'Shea | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | I Am Number Four | Mark James | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief | Luke Castellan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Lovely Bones | Brian Nelson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Angel of Death | Cameron Downes | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Flash of Genius | Dennis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Tru Loved | Trevor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Strange Wilderness | Conservationist | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Go Figure | Spencer | Average | Similar → |
Jake Abel - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jake Abel?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jake Abel is "The Lovely Bones" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Jake Abel acted in?
Jake Abel has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jake Abel?
Other notable films include "Love & Mercy", "Against the Sun", and "Malignant".