Dave Franco (born David John Franco) is an American actor, producer, screenwriter, and director. He gained fame with roles in 21 Jump Street, the Now You See Me series, and Neighbors.
Known for his charm and versatility, he has successfully carved his own path separate from his famous brothers while also directing the horror film The Rental.
Essential Data
- Full Name: David John Franco
- Stage Name: Dave Franco
- Born: June 12, 1985
- Age: 40 years old
- Birthplace: Palo Alto, California, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: Portuguese, Swedish, and Jewish descent
- Occupation: Actor, Producer, Screenwriter, Director
- Height: 170 cm (5 feet 7 inches)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Douglas Eugene Franco and Betsy Lou Franco
- Siblings: James Franco and Tom Franco
- Spouse: Alison Brie
- Children: None
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $12 million USD
Early Life and Education
David John Franco was born on June 12, 1985, in Palo Alto, California, to Douglas Eugene Franco and Betsy Lou Franco. He grew up in a creative and artistic family. His ethnicity is Portuguese, Swedish, and Jewish descent.
He has two older brothers, James Franco and Tom Franco. He attended the University of Southern California, where he studied psychology before dropping out to pursue acting.
Career
Dave Franco began acting in the mid-2000s with guest roles on television, including 7th Heaven and a memorable recurring part on the final season of Scrubs (2009–2010).
His early film work included small roles in Superbad (2007) and Charlie St. Cloud (2010). He gained wider recognition with supporting turns in Fright Night (2011) and especially as Eric Molson in the comedy hit 21 Jump Street (2012).
Franco’s breakthrough into major stardom came with the ensemble heist film Now You See Me (2013), where he played the clever illusionist Jack Wilder. He reprised the role in Now You See Me 2 (2016) and Now You See Me: Now You Don’t (2025).
Other notable films include the zombie romance Warm Bodies (2013), the comedy Neighbors (2014) and its sequel, the thriller Nerve (2016), and The Disaster Artist (2017), in which he portrayed the eccentric filmmaker Tommy Wiseau alongside his brother James Franco.
In 2020, Franco made his directorial debut with the psychological thriller The Rental, which he also co-wrote and starred in alongside his wife, Alison Brie.
He has continued acting steadily, appearing in Day Shift, Love Lies Bleeding, Together, Regretting You, and Bubble & Squeak.
Recent and Upcoming projects include voice roles in animated films like Hoppers and Forgotten Island. He also stars in and produces the comedy Idiots (formerly titled The Shitheads), which premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival and is scheduled for theatrical release in August 2026.
Awards and Nominations
- CinemaCon Breakthrough Performer of the Year (2016)
- Young Hollywood Awards Fan Favorite
- Critical acclaim for ensemble work in Now You See Me and The Disaster Artist
Social Media
- Instagram: @davefranco
Personal Life
Dave Franco, 40, has been married to actress Alison Brie since 2017. The couple met in 2011, got engaged in 2015, and held a private wedding. No publicly known past relationships are widely highlighted beyond this long-term partnership.
He maintains a close relationship with his family and keeps a relatively private personal life focused on his marriage and creative projects. His height is 170 cm.
Net Worth
Dave Franco’s net worth is estimated at $12 million USD. He earns income primarily from acting roles in films and television. Additional revenue comes from directing, producing, screenwriting, and brand collaborations.
Filmography
- Superbad
- 21 Jump Street
- Now You See Me
- Neighbors
- Now You See Me 2
- The Disaster Artist
- Day Shift
- The Rental
- Love Lies Bleeding,
- Together
- Regretting You
- Bubble & Squeak
- Now You See Me: Now You Don’t
- Hoopers