In 2017, Jonah Beres made his on-screen debut as a guest star in the brief Netflix series Small Shots. Beres plays Hunter Goldberg, the haughty, foul-mouthed youngster who rules his Barmitzvah celebration, in the movie Small Shots.
Jonah has made guest appearances on television on TruTV’s comedy series Those Who Can’t and TNT’s Animal Kingdom, where he played a young Baz starring Ellen Barkin. The latter is renowned for its celebrity comedic guests.
In addition, the 2012 Brightwood star played Mason Wagner’s best friend Jules in a regular role on the ABC sitcom Splitting Up Together. His persona casually makes advances for Mrs. Wagner, played by Jenna Fischer from The Office.
Jonah portrayed Sam Wheeler, the film’s main role. A 14-year-old boy named Wheeler is bullied, and as a result of his “me against the world” mentality, he learns of his superpowers.
The movie went on to win numerous important accolades, including Hollywood’s Hollyshorts Film Festival’s top grand prize. Later on, it was nominated for an Oscar in the category of short live-action films.
