He first rose to prominence with his memorable childhood performance in the 2014 Disney film Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, a role that truly put him on the map. Since then, he’s become widely recognized for his work in the Network Ten series Puberty Blues, as well as standout appearances in movies like Paper Planes and The Visit. But long before those big breaks, he made an early impression with his starring role in the 2012 short film Julian—a performance so strong it earned him a nomination for an Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Award (AACTA), setting the stage for what was to come.
Coming from a deeply rooted entertainment family, he’s no stranger to the spotlight. He is the son of actress Di Adams and actor Jamie Oxenbould, which perhaps gave him both inspiration and insight into the industry from a young age. On his father’s side, his uncle is the well-known comedian and actor Ben Oxenbould, while his grandmother, Janice Oxenbould, also enjoyed a successful acting career. Creativity clearly runs in the family—his uncle Robert Adams and aunt Louise Fox are both accomplished screenwriters, adding even more artistic depth to his background.
On the personal front, he began a relationship with actress Zoe Colletti back in November 2016. The couple shared a few public moments together before eventually going their separate ways. Throughout it all, he has continued building his own legacy—one that honors his family roots while steadily carving out a unique path in Hollywood. With each new project, he proves that his talent goes far beyond just being part of a showbiz dynasty.
He landed a role in M. Night Shyamalan’s film Sundowning, where he appeared alongside Peter McRobbie and Kathryn Hahn. It was definitely a standout moment in his career, being part of such a compelling project. He brought a quiet intensity to the screen, holding his own next to seasoned actors. He fit seamlessly into the eerie, atmospheric tone that Shyamalan is known for, and his performance added depth to the unfolding mystery. He definitely made an impression, proving once again why he’s a go-to actor for complex, layered roles.