Matt Reeves’ seminal monster horror movie “Cloverfield” revolutionized the found footage subgenre with blockbuster special effects never before seen in films of its kind.
Written by Drew Goddard and produced by Bryan Burk and J. J. Abrams, the movie chronicles a mysterious giant creature’s attack on New York City, as six friends desperately try to flee the area and escape its wrath.
“Cloverfield” was released on January 18, 2008. That means it’s approaching its 18th anniversary. Can you believe that?
It starred a trendy young cast that included T.J. Miller, Lizzy Caplan, and Mike Vogel. But what do they all look like today? Let’s take a look at the “Cloverfield” cast then and now…
Michael Stahl-David (Rob Hawkins)
GettyActor and occasional producer and writer Michael Stahl-David played Robert Hawkins in “Cloverfield.” Hawkins is the main character in the movie — a New Yorker set to move to Japan for his job. It’s his camcorder that’s used to film the footage, as the monster attacked during his farewell party.
Age when “Cloverfield” released: 25.
Selected movie credits before “Cloverfield”: New Port South (2001), Uncle Nino (2003).
GettyAge now: 43.
Selected movie credits after “Cloverfield”: Mutual Friends (2013), In Your Eyes (2014), LBJ (2016).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Odette Yustman (Beth McIntyre)
GettyThe beautiful Odette Yustman (now known as Odette Annable) played Beth McIntyre in “Cloverfield.” McIntyre is Rob’s love interest in the movie, and he risks encountering the monster directly in his attempts to rescue her.
Age when “Cloverfield” released: 22.
Selected movie credits before “Cloverfield”: Kindergarten Cop (1990), The Holiday (2006), Transformers (2007).
GettyAge now: 40.
Selected movie credits after “Cloverfield”: The Unborn (2009), And Soon the Darkness (2010), The Truth About Lies (2015).
Filmography info per IMDb.
T.J. Miller (Hud Platt)
GettyActor and comedian T.J. Miller played Hudson “Hud” Platt in “Cloverfield.” Hud is Robert Hawkins’ best friend who, having been documenting his farewell party using Hawkins’ camera, continues to document the events of the monster’s attack on New York City.
Age when “Cloverfield” released: 26.
Selected movie credits before “Cloverfield”: N/A.
GettyAge now: 44.
Selected movie credits after “Cloverfield”: Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014), Deadpool (2016), Underwater (2020).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Jessica Lucas (Lily Ford)
GettyCanadian actress Jessica Lucas played Lily Ford in “Cloverfield.” Ford was the fiancée of Robert Hawkins’ brother, Jason. She helped Jason to arrange Hawkins’ farewell party.
Age when “Cloverfield” released: 22.
Selected movie credits before “Cloverfield”: She’s the Man (2006), The Covenant (2006).
Above is a social media post with a more recent picture of Jessica Lucas.
Age now: 40.
Selected movie credits after “Cloverfield”: Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son (2011), Evil Dead (2013), Pompeii (2014).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Lizzy Caplan (Marlena Diamond)
GettyThe fantastic Lizzy Caplan played Marlena Diamond in “Cloverfield.” Diamond is one of the attendees at Robert Hawkins’ farewell party and the crush of Hawkins’ friend Hud Platt.
Age when “Cloverfield” released: 25.
Selected movie credits before “Cloverfield”: Mean Girls (2002), Love Is the Drug (2006), Crashing (2007).
GettyAge now: 43.
Selected movie credits after “Cloverfield”: 127 Hours (2010), Now You See Me 2 (2016), Cobweb (2023).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Mike Vogel (Jason Hawkins)
GettyFormer model Mike Vogel played Jason Hawkins in “Cloverfield.” Jason is Robert Hawkins brother and the fiancé of Lily Ford. Along with Ford, he arranged his brother’s farewell party.
Age when “Cloverfield” released: 28.
Selected movie credits before “Cloverfield”: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003), Poseidon (2006), The Deaths of Ian Stone (2007).
GettyAge now: 46.
Selected movie credits after “Cloverfield”: She’s Out of My League (2010), The Help (2011), Fantasy Island (2020).
Filmography info per IMDb.
It’s great to see the cast of “Cloverfield” looking so well and continuing with their successful careers. Now to give this scary, intense, exhilarating, and stylish monster movie another watch!
