Amell began his career in 2005 with a small role on the popular Canadian TV series “Runaway”. He continued to work in Canadian TV and film, with roles on shows such as “Life With Derek,” “ReGenesis,” and “True Jackson, VP.” In 2010, Amell landed a recurring role on the hit Canadian TV series “The Vampire Diaries,” which led to his breakthrough role in the CW’s “The Tomorrow People.”
“The Tomorrow People” was a science fiction series that centered on a group of young people with special abilities. Amell played the lead role of Stephen Jameson, a teen with the power of telekinesis who discovers he is part of a secret society of superhumans. The show lasted one season, but it gave Amell his first major leading role and showed off his acting chops.
After “The Tomorrow People,” Amell began to garner attention in Hollywood. He landed small roles in films such as “The Duff” and “Max,” and appeared on TV shows such as “The Flash” and “The X-Files” revival. In 2016, he landed a starring role in the Netflix original film “ARQ,” which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Amell’s biggest role to date came in 2018 when he was cast as the male lead in the romantic comedy “When We First Met” alongside Alexandra Daddario. The film, which was released on Netflix, was a commercial success and Amell’s performance was praised by critics.
Amell has continued to work steadily in Hollywood with roles in films such as “Code 8” and “Upload,” and on TV shows such as “The Babysitter’s Club” and “A Series of Unfortunate Events.” In 2020, he starred in the Hulu series “The Babysitter: Killer Queen” alongside Bella Thorne and Hana Mae Lee.
In addition to acting, Amell is also a producer. He produced “ARQ” and “Code 8,” both of which he starred in. “Code 8” was a crowd-funded independent film that went on to become a hit on Netflix. Amell and his cousin, Stephen Amell, also co-founded the production company Well-Fed Artist Productions.
Amell is known for his charming and affable personality. He has a large following on social media and often interacts with his fans. He is also an advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken openly about his struggles with anxiety and depression.
In his personal life, Amell married actress Italia Ricci in 2016. The couple met while filming “True Jackson, VP” and have been together since 2008. They welcomed their first child, a son named Robert Amell V, in 2019.
Overall, Robbie Amell has established himself as a talented and versatile actor in Hollywood. With his good looks and likable personality, he has become a fan favorite and is sure to have a long and successful career in the entertainment industry.