At just 17, Walker Scobell has already traced a path that many actors spend decades trying to find. Born on January 5, 2009, he entered the spotlight with an unusually assured debut in The Adam Project (2022), holding his own opposite Ryan Reynolds while blending sharp comedic timing with an emotional undercurrent that hinted at deeper range.
That early momentum carried him quickly into one of the most closely watched young-adult adaptations of the decade. As Percy Jackson in Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians, he stepped into a role long shaped by readers’ imaginations, reworking it with wit, vulnerability and a grounded sense of growing up under pressure.
The Adam Project as Young Adam | 2022
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Scobell’s first professional credit came in The Adam Project (Netflix, 2022), where he played the younger version of Ryan Reynolds’ character. Acting opposite a major Hollywood star in his debut, he displayed unexpected emotional depth and comedic timing, earning praise for capturing both the swagger and vulnerabilities of a time-traveling teen. The role served as a breakthrough that immediately put him on Hollywood’s radar.
Secret Headquarters as Charlie | 2022
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In the family superhero adventure Secret Headquarters (Paramount+, 2022), Scobell stars as Charlie, a tech-savvy kid who discovers his father might secretly be a superhero. His energetic performance anchors the film’s mix of comic-book thrills and heartfelt family moments, revealing his ability to lead lighter, action-driven fare with natural charm and physical confidence.
Looking Through Water as Kyle | 2025
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Stepping into more dramatic territory, Scobell appears as Kyle in the family drama Looking Through Water (2025). While less high-profile than his franchise work, this role allows him to explore emotional nuance in grounded storytelling, emphasizing subtle expressions and quiet intensity over spectacle. His casting in this project signals his expanding range beyond fantasy and action.
Cartoonified with Phineas and Ferb as Walker Scobell | 2025
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In a more meta and playful turn, Scobell appears as himself in the animated Cartoonified with Phineas and Ferb. Though not a traditional acting role, it reflects his current cultural visibility and versatility—bridging his live-action presence with animation and self-referential media, a sign of his growing footprint in entertainment.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians as Percy Jackson | 2025
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Walker Scobell’s portrayal of Percy Jackson on Disney+ has become his defining role to date. Cast as the titular demigod after impressing producers with his audition, Scobell brings a mix of humor, vulnerability, and heart to a character beloved by millions of readers worldwide. The series, which debuted in December 2023 and was quickly renewed for further seasons, positions him at the center of a sprawling fantasy world full of gods, monsters, and coming-of-age stakes.
