Justin Berfield
PMP Network Presents
Justin Berfield, known for his roles in "Unhappily Ever After" and "Malcolm in the Middle," shares insights into his acting journey. He also talks about his passion for martial arts, in which he holds a black belt.
Justin Berfield
Malcolm
About Justin Berfield
Justin Tyler Berfield is an American actor, writer, and producer born February 25, 1986, in Agoura Hills, California. He appeared in 100 episodes of Unhappily Ever After (1995–1999) as Ross Malloy and starred as Reese in all 151 episodes of Malcolm in the Middle (2000–2006), earning a Young Artist Award. He later became Chief Creative Officer of Virgin Produced and co-founded production companies J2 Entertainment and J2TV.
In this interview
- Discussed his role as Reese, Malcolm's second oldest brother on Fox TV's Malcolm in the Middle
- Mentioned his passion for martial arts and holding a black belt
- Recalled beginning his acting career at age five in a coffee commercial
- Talked about working with TV dad Bryan Cranston on the show
Since this interview
After a 20-year acting break focused on production work, travel, and family, Berfield reprised his role as Reese in the four-part Malcolm in the Middle revival Life's Still Unfair, released April 10, 2026. He served as national youth ambassador for Ronald McDonald House Charities beginning in 2002.
