11 Father and Son Acting Duos Who Have Starred Together On-Screen

Talent frequently runs in families, and these father-son duos demonstrate that acting is no different. Rather than just sharing a last name, they brought their genuine family connection to the screen, delivering memorable performances that captivated viewers. Here are 11 father-and-son acting pairs who shared the spotlight and made history in film and TV.

Tom Hanks and Colin Hanks

Colin Hanks has charmingly followed in the footsteps of his famous dad, Tom Hanks, appearing in projects like King Kong and Life in Pieces. The father and son were in their first movie together in 1996’s That Thing You Do!, where Colin made a cameo, according to the outlet. They later acted on screen as father and son in the 2008 comedy The Great Buck Howard.

James Caan and Scott Caan

The late James Caan is best remembered for his powerful roles, but fans also cherish his on-screen moments with his son Scott Caan, notably guest-starring as a suspect opposite Scott’s Detective Danno in a 2012 episode of Hawaii Five-0.

Rob Lowe and John Owen Lowe

Rob Lowe, a staple of the 1980s and a versatile performer, has had the joy of acting alongside his son, John Owen Lowe, teaming up as an on-screen father-son duo in the Netflix comedy Unstable.

Matthew McConaughey and Levi McConaughey

Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey, known for his charming Southern drawl, has shared screen time with his son Levi McConaughey, who made his acting debut playing Matthew’s on-screen son in the 2025 Apple TV+ drama The Lost Bus.

Tom Hanks and Truman Hanks

Tom Hanks has also shared screen time with his other son, Truman Hanks. The duo worked together in the movies A Man Called Otto and Asteroid City.

Donald Sutherland and Kiefer Sutherland

The late Donald Sutherland and his son Kiefer Sutherland are two of the most accomplished actors to ever share a last name. While they made their on-screen debut together in the 1983 film Max Dugan Returns, their more memorable movie together was the 2015 western Forsaken.

Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr.

Comedy runs deep in the Wayans family, and Damon Wayans and his son Damon Wayans Jr. prove that punchlines and acting chops can be inherited. They starred in the CBS Series Poppa’s House from 2024 to 2025. The show only had one season.

Kurt Russell and Wyatt Russell

Kurt Russell and son Wyatt Russell made quite the dynamic duo when they teamed up to join the Apple TV+ series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters.

Stellan Skarsgård and Alexander Skarsgård

The Skarsgård family is a powerhouse in international cinema, and when Stellan Skarsgård and son Alexander Skarsgård team up, the results are unforgettable, as seen when the pair appeared together in Lars von Trier‘s 2011 drama Melancholia.

Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez

Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez  delivered an inspiring performance together in the 2010 movie The Way, which Emilio wrote and directed while also appearing on screen with his father.

Dustin Hoffman and Jake Hoffman

Dustin Hoffman, celebrated for his nuanced performances, has shared the screen with his son Jake Hoffman in both film and television, most notably taking on the role of Jake’s onscreen dad in the 2022 dramedy Sam & Kate.