Max Charles

Max Charles is an American actor and photographer who first entered the entertainment industry at the tender age of six, making his debut in a 2010 episode of HBO's True Blood. Born Max Joseph Charles on August 18, 2003, in Dayton, Ohio, he grew up in a family of performers, with three older brothers—Logan, Brock and Mason—who also pursued acting, providing a supportive environment that sparked his early interest in front of the camera. After securing his first role thanks to a chance audition alongside his brother, Charles quickly amassed a diverse résumé that spans film, television, and voice work, demonstrating a versatility rare among child actors. He appeared as Peezer in the 2012 comedy The Three Stooges, portrayed a young Peter Parker in The Amazing Spider-Man the same year, and earned a recurring part as Spin on Disney XD's Lab Rats: Bionic Island. His vocal talents brought characters to life in animated projects such as Sherman in DreamWorks’ Mr. Peabody & Sherman (2014), Kion in Disney Junior’s The Lion Guard, and the titular Harvey in Nickelodeon’s Harvey Beaks. In addition to his screen work, Charles took on a dramatic turn as Zach Goodweather on seasons two through four of the FX horror series The Strain, replacing the original actor and holding the role until the series concluded. Beyond acting, he launched his own photography venture, MJCCREATIVE, in November 2023, merging his creative eye with entrepreneurial ambition. Throughout his career, Charles has been represented by CESD Talent Agency and Symington Talent Management, and his continued presence in both live‑action and voice‑over roles underscores his evolving craft and enduring appeal.