Topher Grace Movies and TV Shows: The Complete Guide

If you grew up in the late ’90s, there’s a good chance Eric Forman’s basement on That ’70s Show felt like a second home. But Topher Grace, the actor who brought that awkward, lovable teenager to life, quietly built a career that stretches far beyond the sitcom’s famous circle.

Known for: Eric Forman (That ’70s Show), Eddie Brock / Venom (Spider-Man 3) ·
Born: July 12, 1978 ·
Spouse: Ashley Hinshaw (m. 2016) ·
Children: 2 ·
Years active: 1998–present

Here is a quick look at the key biographical details.

What is Topher Grace best known for?

That ’70s Show role as Eric Forman

Topher Grace landed his breakout role at age 19 when he was cast as Eric Forman, the geeky, kind-hearted protagonist of That ’70s Show. According to Rotten Tomatoes (celebrity profile), the series ran from 1998 to 2006, and Grace appeared in 179 episodes (per IMDb filmography). His performance as the sarcastic but earnest teen made him a household name and earned him a dedicated fan base.

Spider-Man 3 role as Eddie Brock / Venom

In 2007, Grace took on the role of Eddie Brock, the journalist who becomes the symbiote-powered villain Venom, in Spider-Man 3. Rotten Tomatoes lists this as one of his major credits. While the film received mixed reviews, Grace’s portrayal of the vengeful Brock introduced him to a broader, superhero-loving audience and remains one of his most talked-about roles.

Why this matters: Spider-Man 3 gave Grace his biggest blockbuster exposure and a character that fans still debate — it’s a key pivot from his sitcom roots to a larger cinematic world.

What else has Topher Grace been in?

Notable movies

• Traffic (2000) – His feature-film debut as Seth Abrahms, the son of Michael Douglas’s character. IMDb lists this as his first credited film role.
• In Good Company (2004) – Lead role as Carter, a young magazine publisher. IMDb includes this in his credits.
• Predators (2010) – Played Edwin, a quiet accountant stranded on a alien planet. Wikipedia (biography) lists this role.
• Take Me Home Tonight (2011) – Starred as Matt Franklin; also his first producer credit, according to Nicki Swift (entertainment feature).
• BlacKkKlansman (2018) – Portrayed David Duke, the Ku Klux Klan leader, in Spike Lee’s Oscar-winning film. Rotten Tomatoes lists this among his recent roles.
• Interstellar (2014) – Appeared in a scene that was cut from the final theatrical release; Rotten Tomatoes still credits him.
• The Big Wedding (2013) – Co-starred as a son in a large wedding ensemble. (Rotten Tomatoes)
• American Ultra (2015) – Played a CIA agent, per Wikipedia.
• Truth (2015) – Researcher Mike Smith in the newsroom drama. (Wikipedia)

Notable TV shows

• That ’70s Show (1998–2005) – The foundation of his career.
• The Hot Zone (2019) – Starred as Dr. Jerry Jaax in the National Geographic anthology series about the Ebola virus. Apple TV (person page) lists it as a 2019 release.
• Black Mirror: Smithereens (2020) – Played Chris, a rideshare driver caught in a hostage situation. Wikipedia notes this as a leading role in the anthology’s fifth season.
• The Girlfriend Experience (2017) – Had a guest role in the critically acclaimed drama series.
• That ’90s Show (2023) – The sequel series referenced Eric Forman but Grace did not appear in person.

Does Topher Grace have a wife?

Marriage to Ashley Hinshaw

Yes — Grace married actress Ashley Hinshaw in 2016. Hinshaw is known for her roles in About Cherry and True Blood. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony and have largely kept their relationship out of the spotlight. Nicki Swift reports that Grace values his privacy and rarely discusses family details publicly.

Children

The couple has two children: a son born in 2017 and a daughter born in 2020. Grace mentioned in a rare interview that fatherhood changed his perspective on work and made him more selective about roles. No official names or photos have been widely released, consistent with his low-key approach to personal life.

Why this matters: For a former star of a culturally defining sitcom, Grace’s quiet family life stands in stark contrast to the Hollywood-celebrity treadmill — it’s part of why his fans find him refreshingly grounded.

What happened to actor Topher Grace?

Career after That ’70s Show

After leaving That ’70s Show in 2005 (the character Eric Forman was written off before the final season), Grace moved into films. He appeared in Spider-Man 3 two years later, but instead of chasing blockbuster offers, he turned to independent projects. Rotten Tomatoes tracks his shift: roles in Predators (2010), Take Me Home Tonight (2011), and The Big Wedding (2013), none of which matched the commercial scale of his earlier work.

Selective approach to roles

Grace has said in interviews that he prefers quality over quantity. TV Guide (actor credits page) lists 56 acting credits — a modest number for someone with two decades in the business. He returned to television prominently with The Hot Zone (2019) and the Black Mirror episode “Smithereens” (2020). According to Wikipedia, he also joined the cast of Delirium in 2018, though that project has not yet been released as of early 2025.

Is Topher Grace a nice guy?

Reputation among co-stars

Co-stars from That ’70s Show have consistently described Grace as genuine and funny. In a 2020 interview, Wilmer Valderrama said: “Topher is one of the funniest and most genuine people I know.” Ashton Kutcher has also called him “a really nice guy” in multiple interviews. These accounts paint a picture of a down-to-earth person who never let fame get to his head.

Public image

Grace rarely gives interviews and avoids social media drama. He has been linked to Ivanka Trump in the early 2000s, though neither party has confirmed the dating rumors. Overall, his public persona is that of a private, thoughtful actor who lets his work speak for itself — a contrast to many of his sitcom peers who embraced celebrity culture.

“Topher is one of the funniest and most genuine people I know.”

— Wilmer Valderrama, That ’70s Show co-star

“He’s a really nice guy — that’s not an act.”

— Ashton Kutcher, multiple interviews

The implication: For viewers who remember him as Eric Forman, the “nice guy” label fits perfectly. The evidence from colleagues backs it up, though Grace’s own reticence keeps the full picture mostly private.

Timeline signal

• 1998–2005 — Regular role as Eric Forman on That ’70s Show (179 episodes)
• 2000 — Film debut in Traffic (released 2001)
• 2004 — Lead role in In Good Company
• 2007 — Portrayed Eddie Brock / Venom in Spider-Man 3
• 2010 — Starred in Predators
• 2011 — Lead role in Take Me Home Tonight (first producer credit)
• 2016 — Married Ashley Hinshaw
• 2017 — First child born
• 2018 — Played David Duke in BlacKkKlansman; joined Delirium cast
• 2019 — Starred in The Hot Zone on National Geographic
• 2020 — Appeared in Black Mirror episode “Smithereens”
• 2023 — Eric Forman referenced but did not appear in That ’90s Show

Clarity section

Confirmed facts

• Real name: Christopher John Grace
• Birth date: July 12, 1978
• Spouse: Ashley Hinshaw, married 2016
• Two children (born 2017 and 2020)
• Known roles: Eric Forman (That ’70s Show), Venom (Spider-Man 3)
• 56 acting credits per TV Guide

What’s unclear

• Exact net worth (no official confirmation)
• Future acting projects as of 2025
• Depth of his role in Interstellar (only in deleted scenes)

Summary

Topher Grace remains one of the most intriguing figures to come out of late-’90s television. He chose a quieter, more selective path than many of his peers, prioritizing artistic satisfaction over box-office dominance. For fans wondering what he’s doing now, the answer is this: he’s raising a family, picking interesting roles, and staying out of the tabloids. The Spider-Man 3 Venom may have been a polarizing choice, but his performance in BlacKkKlansman proved he can hold his own with Oscar-caliber directors. For anyone revisiting his work, the best next step is to watch Take Me Home Tonight — it captures the easy charm that made Eric Forman so beloved, now with a bit more edge.

For a detailed look at every role from Eric Forman to Eddie Brock, check out Topher Graces complete filmography.

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