Jhaleil Swaby

Jhaleil Swaby is a Canadian actor known for his rising presence in both film and television, steadily building a diverse screen career across teen drama, sci-fi, action, and horror genres. He first gained attention with early appearances in projects such as The Next Step and Supergirl, where he appeared in a recurring role as Orlando Davis, helping establish him as a young talent to watch in genre television. Swaby continued expanding his résumé with guest and supporting roles in titles including Star Trek: Discovery, Zombies, From Friend to Fiancé, and Share, showcasing his range across both network and streaming platforms.

His breakout in feature film work came with Shazam! (2019), where he appeared as “Passing Teen” in the Warner Bros. superhero hit, contributing to a production that grossed over $365 million worldwide. He followed this with roles in independent and ensemble-driven films such as Stay the Night (2022) and White Dog (2022), further cementing his versatility in grounded, character-focused storytelling. On television, Swaby had a notable multi-episode arc in the Canadian series The Lake, playing Forrest Buisson, which helped elevate his visibility in serialized storytelling.

In recent years, Swaby’s career momentum has accelerated with higher-profile genre projects. He stars in the 2025 supernatural horror film Whistle as Dean Jackson, part of an ensemble cast navigating a deadly cursed object narrative. He is also attached to one of the most anticipated upcoming franchise films, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (2026), in which he portrays Panache Barker, a District 1 tribute in the expanded Panem universe.

As of today, Swaby is regarded as an emerging screen actor whose career trajectory is defined by steady progression from youth and supporting television roles into larger studio films and franchise adaptations. While he has not yet accumulated major industry awards or nominations, his growing body of work in high-profile projects signals increasing recognition within the industry and positions him as a developing talent in contemporary film and television.