Ellar Coltrane - Actor Profile

Ellar Coltrane

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
23Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 27, 1994
Birth Place: Austin, Texas, USA

About Ellar Coltrane

Ellar Coltrane (born August 27, 1994) is an American actor. They are best known for their role as Mason Evans Jr. in Richard Linklater's film Boyhood, for which they won the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer, as well as their roles in Lone Star State of Mind (2002), Fast Food Nation (2006) and Barry (2016).

Ellar Coltrane Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ellar Coltrane reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Ellar Coltrane's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 13% of Ellar Coltrane's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Boyhood, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ellar Coltrane Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ellar Coltrane's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ellar Coltrane has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Ellar Coltrane - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ellar Coltrane?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ellar Coltrane is "Boyhood" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Ellar Coltrane acted in?

Ellar Coltrane has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ellar Coltrane?

Other notable films include "Richard Linklater: Dream Is Destiny", "The Last Movie Star", and "Fast Food Nation".

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