Matthew Lawrence

Matthew Lawrence Profile Photo

Characters played by Matthew Lawrence

Jack Hunter — Boy Meets World (1993)

Moves into an apartment alongside Eric during Eric's college years. He is revealed to be Shawn's half-brother. Jack develops feelings for Rachel McGuire, who moves in with them, and eventually dates her. He later joins the Peace Corps and relocates to New York City with the group.

Chris Hillard — Mrs. Doubtfire (1993)

Chris Hillard is Daniel and Miranda's twelve-year-old son, whose declining grades contribute to Miranda's objections to Daniel's chaotic birthday party. He initially resists Mrs. Doubtfire's authority, later thrives under the new household structure, and helps keep Daniel's disguise secret.

Billy — The Hot Chick (2002)

Billy is Jessica's boyfriend and genuinely loves her, even though she has treated people badly. He becomes confused when Jessica, trapped in another body, tries to communicate with him, while someone using Jessica's body deceives him and takes his money and car. Jessica later explains the truth and makes up with him.

Austin — Mistletoe Mixup (2021)

Austin first meets Holly when the Christmas tree she has attached to her car comes loose and strikes him. He helps her bring it home, shares a warm evening of decorating and conversation, and gives her his number. Later, he competes with his brother Tom for Holly’s attention, standing out through his spontaneity, sensitivity, and disorganization.

Frank Stein — Big Monster on Campus (1998)

A high school student obsessed with resurrection. He resurrects his neighbor Karl using a stolen brain, later discovers the brain belongs to a murderer, and confronts Karl's violent transformation. Frank ultimately removes the evil brain with a prop guillotine, restores Karl's original personality, and reconciles with his crush.

Timmy (Wraparound Story) — Tales from the Darkside: The Movie (1990)

Timmy is the young boy Betty captures and chains in her pantry. To postpone being cooked, he tells Betty stories from a book, then uses marbles to make her fall onto her own tools, pushes her into the oven, frees himself, and celebrates the happy ending.

Jimmy — Double Threat (2022)

Natasha’s companion during their dangerous journey. He drives during their initial escape, tries to protect her during attacks, blames himself for their capture, and later pilots an aircraft during an attempted escape. He encourages Natasha to use her alternate personality when they are trapped, but also tries to do the right thing and protect her.

Victor — Cheats (2002)

Key member of the cheating crew. Specializes in copying answer keys and managing accomplices. Has a strained but reconciling relationship with Applebee. Executes a prank on a teacher's sons, participates in stealing and destroying the grade book, and takes a plea bargain to avoid expulsion.

William — My Husband's Secret Brother (2021)

William is the recipient of a letter from Jonathan that becomes important to the family story. In it, Jonathan writes that someone has resurfaced, is demanding money, and has become frighteningly angry. The letter prompts a disclosure about Kevin's place in the Everstone family, though the summary gives no further details about William's own actions or relationship to the others.

Will — The Dog Who Saved Easter (2014)

Minor character or friend appearing in background scenes across the films.

Dennis — Strike! (1998)

Odette's boyfriend. Infiltrates the St. Ambrose academy in uniform for a secret rendezvous. Casually dismisses Odie's political ambitions, causing her to withdraw physically, though they reconcile and are caught kissing by a teacher. Thrown out by the teacher.

Dave Heinrich — H.E. Double Hockey Sticks (1999)

A talented young hockey player aiming to win the Stanley Cup. He makes a pact with Griffelkin, gets traded to the Annapolis Angels, and realizes he must become a true team player to save his soul, ultimately helping his team defeat the Demons.

Career Overview

Matthew Lawrence has 62 screen credits in a career dating back to 1985. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently The Dog Who Saved Christmas Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Boy Meets World, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Hot Chick. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
62
Birth Date
1980-02-11
Birth Place
Abington Township, Pennsylvania, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 2 universes

Frequent Collaborators

Credits

Content sources

Related entry on Wikidata (Q471143), public domain (CC0).