Ben McKenzie
Actor · Producer · Director · Writer
Born Sep 12, 1978 · Austin, Texas, USA
Active 1995–present
Benjamin McKenzie Schenkkan (born September 12, 1978) is an American actor and commentator. He is best known for his starring television roles as Ryan Atwood on the teen drama The O.C.
Filmography
Motor City (2026) — KentBloat (2025) — Jack Reynolds · ProducerGotham (2014) — James 'Jim' Gordon · Director · WriterScooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated (2010) — Odnarb (voice)The O.C. (2003) — Ryan AtwoodBatman: Year One (2011) — Batman / Bruce Wayne (voice)The Report (2019) — Scrubbed CIA OfficerJAG (1995) — Petty Officer SpencerSouthland (2009) — Ben Sherman88 Minutes (2007) — Mike StemptI Want You Back (2022) — Leighton's DadJunebug (2005) — JohnnySome Kind of Beautiful (2014) — BrianMADtv (1995) — Ryan AtwoodLine of Duty (2019) — Dean KellerDecoding Annie Parker (2014) — TomGoodbye World (2013) — NickMen at Work (2012) — BryanThe District (2000) — Tim RuskinAbby (2003)Johnny Got His Gun (2008) — Joe BonhamAdventures in the Sin Bin (2012) — MichaelEveryone Is Lying to You for Money (2026) — Director · Producer · WriterDesperate Souls (2005)