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Sam Lavagnino, actor
Actor

Sam Lavagnino: Movies & Box Office

films
8
on screen
2013–2020
box office
$661M
average score
79
Born
June 29, 2006 (age 20)
Birthplace
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Citizenship
United States
Occupations
Actor, Voice actor
Years active
2008-present
Career at a glance

Sam Lavagnino's Career in Numbers

Sam Lavagnino's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Sam Lavagnino works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from asdfmovie7 (2013) to We Bare Bears: The Movie (2020), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Sam Lavagnino Movies by Decade

  1. 2010s 5
  2. 2020s 3

The 2010s were Sam Lavagnino's busiest decade, with 5 films.

Sam Lavagnino Movies by Genre

  • Adventure 2
  • Animation 2
  • Comedy 2
  • Drama 1
  • Tv movie 1

Adventure is the genre Sam Lavagnino has worked in most, with 2 films, ahead of animation (2).

Sam Lavagnino Career Milestones

First film
asdfmovie7 2013
Biggest box office hit
The Grinch $539M worldwide
Best-rated film
Soul Movie Echo Score 87
8 credits

Sam Lavagnino Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Sam Lavagnino is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 79. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is Sam Lavagnino?

Sam Lavagnino was born in Los Angeles, California, U.S. in 2006 and is 20 years old. Credited on films since 2013, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Sam Lavagnino, born on June 29 2006 in Los Angeles California United States, is an American actor whose career began astonishingly early and has continued to flourish into his teenage years. He is the son of voice actress Hope Levy and screenwriter Tom Lavagnino, a creative household that undoubtedly nurtured his talent and provided early exposure to the entertainment industry. At just fourteen months old he appeared on the cover of TIME magazine dressed as Albert Einstein, a quirky moment that hinted at a future in front of the camera and microphone. By the age of two he was already recording voice work, and his official years active are recorded as 2008‑present, making him one of the youngest continuously working performers in contemporary animation. His breakout role came in 2013 when he was cast as Catbug for the web series Bravest Warriors, a half‑cat half‑ladybug character renowned for whimsical comments and an instantly recognizable voice that charmed audiences worldwide. He promoted the series at Comic‑Con 2013 at seven years old and returned for an autograph session in 2014, demonstrating a level of professionalism rare for his age. In addition to Catbug, Lavagnino lent his voice to the trailer for the 2014 feature The Boxtrolls, and in 2015 he voiced the younger version of Grizzly in the popular series We Bare Bears, further cementing his reputation as a versatile voice actor. His work expanded into the Asdfmovie series where he played Mr Muffin, and he landed his first leading role as the exuberant puppy Rolly in the Disney Junior show Puppy Dog Pals, showcasing his ability to carry a show as a central character. Lavagnino also contributes voices to Pepper Corn and the Alien King on Summer Camp Island and portrays Blodger Blop on Miles From Tomorrowland, illustrating a broad range across children’s programming and internet‑based animation. Throughout his career he has balanced school, family life, and a demanding recording schedule, proving that his early start has not hindered his growth but rather fostered a disciplined work ethic. Today, Sam Lavagnino continues to be a prominent figure in voice acting, with a portfolio that reflects both his youthful charm and his evolving skill set.

FAQ

Sam Lavagnino: Questions & Answers

How many movies Sam Lavagnino has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Sam Lavagnino been in?

Sam Lavagnino is credited on 8 films, from 2013 to 2020. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Sam Lavagnino's highest-grossing movie?

The Grinch (2018) is Sam Lavagnino's biggest box office hit, with $539M worldwide, ahead of Soul (2020) ($122M). Across every film with box office figures, Sam Lavagnino's movies have made $661M.

Sam Lavagnino's biggest hits

What is the best Sam Lavagnino movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Sam Lavagnino's best-rated film is Soul (2020) with a score of 87, followed by We Bare Bears: The Movie (2020) (80).

Best Sam Lavagnino movies, ranked

How old is Sam Lavagnino?

Sam Lavagnino is 20 years old, born on June 29, 2006 in Los Angeles, California, U.S..

What is Sam Lavagnino's newest movie?

The most recent film on Sam Lavagnino's filmography is Soul (2020).

The Best Sam Lavagnino Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 8 credits.

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