When A. J. Buckley was just six years old, his family made the big move across the Atlantic to settle in White Rock, British Columbia—this is where A. J. Buckley would spend his formative years. Growing up, A. J. Buckley faced challenges in school after being diagnosed with dyslexia, which made academics tough. But despite those struggles, he found his passion and a real sense of purpose through acting. His breakthrough came in the mid-‘90s when he landed his first major role on the Canadian adventure series The Odyssey. That early success opened doors, and soon after, A. J. Buckley began appearing on popular American sci-fi shows like The X-Files and Millennium, slowly building a name for himself.
By 1998, A. J. Buckley stepped into the world of film with his debut in the teen horror thriller Disturbing Behavior, a movie that brought together a wave of young talent at the time—including James Marsden, Katie Holmes, and Ethan Embry. From there, A. J. Buckley continued to expand his film repertoire, taking on roles in movies such as The In Crowd, another teen-centered horror flick, and the well-received indie drama Blue Car, which showcased his range as an actor. Alongside his film work, A. J. Buckley remained active in television, not only performing on-screen but also lending his voice to various animated projects and video games.
A major turning point came in 2005 when A. J. Buckley joined the cast of CSI: NY in the recurring role of Adam Ross—a brilliant yet quirky lab technician known for his dry wit and nerdy charm. Fans quickly warmed to A. J. Buckley’s portrayal, making Adam a beloved character on the show. Then, in 2006, A. J. Buckley made his first appearance on Supernatural as Ed Zeddmore, one half of a comedic ghost-hunting duo. The character was such a hit that A. J. Buckley returned for multiple episodes throughout the series’ long run.
Never one to stay idle, A. J. Buckley co-founded FourFront Productions in 2008, a film production company aimed at fostering creative storytelling. Two years later, he took his love for the Supernatural universe a step further by launching a web-series spin-off titled Ghostfacers, centered around his character Ed Zeddmore. In this project, A. J. Buckley didn’t just star—he also wrote and directed, proving his talents extended far beyond acting. The series earned critical praise and demonstrated A. J. Buckley’s dedication to innovative, character-driven content.
A.J. Buckley has been part of several movies throughout his career, but one that really stands out is Sergio and Sergei (2018), which happens to be his highest-rated film. On the flip side, there’s The In Crowd (2000), which, while an earlier role for A.J. Buckley, didn’t receive the same level of acclaim and is considered his lowest-rated movie to date.