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Molly Gordon

Molly Gordon is an American actress, writer, and filmmaker known for roles in film and television comedy.

Updated July 31, 20261 min readCited sources

Molly Gordon is an American actress, writer, and filmmaker known for her comedic roles in film and television. She has appeared in projects such as *Animal Kingdom*, *Booksmart*, and *The Bear*.

Early life and family

Gordon was born in Los Angeles to filmmaker Bryan Gordon and writer-producer Jessie Nelson. Growing up in an entertainment-industry family, she began acting as a child and has worked in film and television since 2001.

Acting career

She first gained wider attention in supporting film roles, later earning recognition for independent comedies like *Shiva Baby* and *Booksmart*. On television, she had a recurring role in *Animal Kingdom* and appeared in *Ramy* and *The Bear*.

Filmmaking work

Beyond acting, Gordon has worked as a writer and director. *Theater Camp* is a key example of her multi-hyphenate work, as she co-wrote, co-directed, and starred in the film.

In short

  • Began acting as a child in 2001.
  • Known for comedic roles in films like *Booksmart* and *Shiva Baby*.
  • Co-wrote, co-directed, and starred in *Theater Camp*.
  • Birth year is disputed (1994 or 1995).

Quick questions

Who is Molly Gordon?
Molly Gordon is an American actress, writer, director, and producer known for film and television roles in comedies and independent projects.
How old is Molly Gordon?
Her age depends on the source because references conflict on whether she was born in 1994 or 1995; that makes her either 31 or 30 as of July 2026.
What movies has Molly Gordon been in?
Her film credits include *I Am Sam*, *Life of the Party*, *Booksmart*, *Good Boys*, *Shiva Baby*, *Am I OK?*, and *Theater Camp*.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molly_Gordon
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, years active, and selected film/television credits.
  2. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/molly-gordon/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, family background, and early acting credits.
  3. All American Speakers — https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/speakers/424374/Molly-Gordon
    Supports: Parents and overview of career as actress and filmmaker.
  4. Wikipedia Bahasa Indonesia — https://id.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molly_Gordon
    Supports: Filmography and television credits including *Theater Camp*, *The Bear*, and *Animal Kingdom*.
  5. TMDb — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/1782117-molly-gordon?language=en-US
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and acting credits.
  6. Elle — https://www.elle.com/culture/celebrities/a60745320/molly-gordon-hollywood-rising-interview-2024/
    Supports: Family background and *Theater Camp* credit.