Sam Barnett

Sam Barnett's got one of those faces you swear you’ve seen before, even if you can’t quite place where. Dive into his filmography, and it’s no wonder—he’s racked up some pretty wild credits in the last few years. In Tatami (2023), he brings this raw intensity that kind of creeps up on you, playing a role that’s a little off-kilter, a little dangerous, and totally magnetic. The movie itself—tight, tense, and more than a little claustrophobic—really lets him flex those acting muscles. Then there’s Save Yourselves! (2020), which is a whole different vibe. That one’s quirky, offbeat sci-fi with a splash of indie awkwardness, and Barnett fits right in, bouncing between panic and comedy as apocalyptic weirdness unfolds. Don’t sleep on Unorthodoxy, either—he’s got this knack for slipping into different worlds, whether it’s the rigid, rule-bound universe of that series or the freakishly unpredictable scenarios in his movies. You get the sense Barnett likes to pick roles that aren’t straightforward, and honestly, it pays off. He doesn’t just show up and coast on good looks or charm; there’s always this undercurrent like he’s thinking five steps ahead of everyone else in the scene. Not exactly your typical leading man, but that’s kind of the point—he keeps things interesting, and honestly, you never really know what he’s going to do next. That unpredictability? That’s what makes watching his stuff so addictive.