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5 things to know about Jacob Elordi, the captivating star of Frankenstein
While he stars in Guillermo del Toro’s anticipated film Frankenstein, set to premiere on Netflix on November 7th, 2025, Jacob Elordi is also making waves in the series The Narrow Road. First known to the public for his performance in the series Euphoria, the Australian actor now plays a former war doctor caught in a love triangle. Numéro takes a closer look at the secrets behind this breathtaking actor.
Jacob Elordi’s breakout role in the series Euphoria
After gaining attention in the Netflix romantic comedy trilogy The Kissing Booth (2018–2021), Jacob Elordi, 28, star of the film Frankenstein, rose to fame thanks his performance as Nate in the series Euphoria (2019), created by Sam Levinson. Portraying a troubled young man struggling with toxic masculinity and violent mood swings, the Australian actor quickly emerged as a rising star on both the small and big screens.
Following the success of this cult series, known for its raw depiction of teenage trauma, Jacob Elordi went on to land roles such as in the erotic thriller Deep Water (2022), alongside established actors like Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas.
An actor who redefines masculinity
In stark contrast to his role as an angry teenager in the series Euphoria (2019), Jacob Elordi seems to belong to a new generation of men, who intents to redefine the codes of masculinity. In doing so, he follows in the footsteps of other stars like Timothée Chalamet and Harry Styles. Their public appearances on red carpets debunk traditional gender norms with style.
Recently, the Australian actor has made the headlines by incorporating a myriad of handbags into his wardrobe. Strolling the streets of Los Angeles with Bottega Veneta’s Andiamo bag as the brand’s new face, or walking down New York avenues holding Valentino‘s Locò mini bag in his hand… The actor has helped bring the it bag into the masculine realm.
Jacob Elordi starring in the film Priscilla (2024). © A24.
A surprising technique used to become Elvis Presley
Earlier this year, Jacob Elordi delivered a compelling performance as rock legend Elvis Presley in Priscilla, directed by Sofia Coppola, highlighting the singer’s darker, possessive, and violent traits. While fans debated comparisons between Elordi and Austin Butler (who also portrayed the King in Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis, 2022), the actor revealed a surprising approach to the role in an interview with Entertainment Weekly: he consumed 500 grams of bacon per day to achieve a physique similar to Presley’s. “You can’t really tell because I’m tall, but I’ve never been this big,” he confessed.
Jacob Elordi in the film Saltburn (2023). © Amazon Content Services LLC.
A sensual Jacob Elordi in the provocative Saltburn
Beyond Priscilla, Jacob Elordi captivated audiences in Saltburn (2023), playing a rich, seductive aristocrat who welcomes a working-class Oxford student into his lavish and decadent estate. The film, directed by Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman, 2020) and available on Prime Video, has stirred widespread attention, especially for its steamy scenes. The story also stars Irish actor Barry Keoghan, nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars for The Banshees of Inisherin (2023), and Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl), in a tale of social ambition and class tension.
Jacob Elordi in the film The Kissing Booth 2 (2018) © Marcos Cruz/Netflix.
James Dean and Marlon Brando as inspirations
After portraying heartthrob Noah Flynn in The Kissing Booth trilogy (2018–2021), Jacob Elordi made it a point to move past the clean-cut boyfriend stereotype. He has often cited cinematic bad boys like James Dean, Marlon Brando, and Gary Oldman as his idols. Elordi has also expressed admiration for Heath Ledger, especially for his role in The Dark Knight (2008). With such influences, it’s clear that his future film choices will be anything but conventional.
Frankenstein (2025) by Guillermo del Toro, coming out on Netflix on November 7th, 2025.
