Matthew Shear
ActingAbout Matthew Shear
Matthew Louis Shear is an American actor known for his work in independent film and frequent collaborations with director Noah Baumbach. He began his career with a small role in Taking Woodstock (2009) and appeared in Mistress America (2015), The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) (2017), and Marriage Story (2019), and played Lucius Isaacson on The Alienist (2018–2020). In 2025, he made his directorial debut with Fantasy Life, which he also wrote and starred in.
Matthew Shear Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Matthew Shear reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Matthew Shear's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 21% of Matthew Shear'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 Marriage Story, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Matthew Shear Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Matthew Shear's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Matthew Shear has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Fantasy Life | Sam | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Between the Temples | Nat | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Old | Sidney | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Cubby | Lars | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Marriage Story | Terry - Theater Actor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Treasure Trouble | Jake | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Boy Downstairs | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) | Gabe | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Mistress America | Tony | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Statistical Analysis of Your Failing Relationship | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | While We're Young | Benny | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Don Peyote | Zebra Shaman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Taking Woodstock | Earthlight Player | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Elijah | Louis | Flop | Similar → |
Matthew Shear - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Matthew Shear?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Matthew Shear is "Marriage Story" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Matthew Shear acted in?
Matthew Shear has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Matthew Shear?
Other notable films include "Mistress America", "The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)", and "Old".