The best Max Thieriot movies and TV shows prove the Fire Country, SEAL Team, and Bates Motel star has been a powerhouse performer since his youth. Born in California in 1988, Max Thieriot started his career as a fresh-faced kid in early 2000s family fare but quickly carved out a niche playing layered, emotionally complex characters. From psychological thrillers to high-octane action dramas, he’s one of those actors who seems to effortlessly elevate every project he’s in. He achieved success as a teen with the likes of The Pacifier and Nancy Drew, but his career kicked into high gear with his darker, more mature roles in adulthood.