Matt Mercer (actor)

Matt Mercer
Matt Mercer at a Q&A in 2012.
Born	(1980-03-17) March 17, 1980 (age 37) Newport News, Virginia, U.S.
Nationality	United States
Occupation	Actor, writer, director, editor, producer
Years active	1997–present

Matt Mercer (born March 17, 1980) is an American actor and filmmaker, best known for his acting roles in Contracted,Contracted: Phase II,The Mind's Eye, and Beyond the Gates.

Mercer began his career as stage actor. After graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he lived in New York City before moving to Los Angeles in 2006. He has appeared in many horror films including Madison County, The Mind's Eye, Diary of a Serial Killer, and Beyond the Gates. In 2013, he co-produced the film Contracted with director Eric England as well as performing the role of "Riley" in the film. Contracted's success prompted IFC Films to make a sequel, Contracted: Phase II, in which Mercer reprised the role of "Riley." Mercer has appeared in over 40 films, and directed several, including the feature film You or a Loved One and the award-winning short film Feeding Time.