Ben Schnetzer's life began in New York, where he was born to a family of actors, his parents being Stephen Schnetzer and Nancy Snyder. As a teenager, he started his acting career by appearing in the TV drama Happy Town in 2010. However, Ben felt that he needed to give acting a more serious attempt, and thus, he made the bold decision to relocate to London in 2010 to pursue his passion for drama at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
After completing his three-year course, Ben seamlessly transitioned into film work, showcasing his remarkable versatility and exceptional accent skills in three British films released in 2014. In The Book Thief, he played the role of a German Jewish fugitive, bringing depth and nuance to the character. He then portrayed a snobbish Anglo-Greek student in The Riot Club, further demonstrating his impressive range. Finally, in Pride, Ben took on the role of Mark Ashton, a dedicated Northern Irish gay activist, solidifying his reputation as a talented and committed actor.
