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Eli T. Peña

  • Actor
  • Writer
  • Producer
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Eli T. Peña
A virus infects a small town reversing the inhabitant's sense of pain and pleasure. Action/Thriller starring Corey Feldman and Tanya Memme.
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Terror Inside (2008)
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Born and raised in Chicago, Eli T. Peña discovered his passion for performance after moving with his family to St. Augustine, Florida. His journey began at the Cross and Sword theater, where early roles in various plays sparked a lifelong love for acting.

Eli's dedication led him to work in independent films and television, eventually relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, to further pursue his career.

Over the years, he has appeared in numerous television productions and commercials. His return to the stage saw him take on the role of Oscar in The Odd Couple, showcasing his versatility.

Committed to honing his craft, Eli has trained with several acting instructors while remaining grounded in his faith.

Passionate about serving others, Eli is dedicated to using his talents to make a positive impact.
BornOctober 2
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BornOctober 2
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    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Known for

    Vanessa Bell Calloway, Donna Biscoe, J.D. Williams, Clifton Powell, Keith D. Robinson, Tray Chaney, Christian Keyes, Demetria McKinney, and Jasmine Burke in Saints & Sinners (2016)
    Saints & Sinners
    7.3
    TV Series
    • Bouncer
    Your Worst Nightmare (2014)
    Your Worst Nightmare
    7.1
    TV Series
    • Chip Hojan
    The Fiesta Grand (2007)
    The Fiesta Grand
    4.8
    • Juan
    • 2007
    The Celestine Prophecy (2006)
    The Celestine Prophecy
    4.9
    • Military Guard(as Eli T. Pena)
    • 2006

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    Actor



    • Warren Levi Haney, Thomas King, and Violet Bennett in The Heiress and Her Possessive Bodyguard (2025)
      The Heiress and Her Possessive Bodyguard
      8.3
      TV Mini Series
      • Hans
      • 2025
    • Vanessa Bell Calloway, Donna Biscoe, J.D. Williams, Clifton Powell, Keith D. Robinson, Tray Chaney, Christian Keyes, Demetria McKinney, and Jasmine Burke in Saints & Sinners (2016)
      Saints & Sinners
      7.3
      TV Series
      • Bouncer
      • 2022
    • Breakthrough (2018)
      Breakthrough
      • Jimmy Turner
      • 2018
    • Eli T. Peña, Aubriana Davis, and Gracen Houck in Knucklehead (2018)
      Knucklehead
      Short
      • Principal
      • 2018
    • Blood Mercy (2017)
      Blood Mercy
      • K.O.S
      • 2017
    • Amanda Reno and Angela Marie Williams in Twin (2016)
      Twin
      Short
      • Diego
      • 2016
    • Your Worst Nightmare (2014)
      Your Worst Nightmare
      7.1
      TV Series
      • Chip Hojan
      • 2014
    • Sandrima Rising (2011)
      Sandrima Rising
      • Cho Tavera
      • 2011
    • Not Even the Devil (2011)
      Not Even the Devil
      4.2
      • Kendall Rivera
      • 2011
    • Walk on Water (2009)
      Walk on Water
      7.4
      TV Series
      • Eddie
      • 2010
    • Corey Feldman and Tanya Memme in Terror Inside (2008)
      Terror Inside
      3.3
      • Detective 2 (as Eli. T. Pena)
      • 2008
    • 100 Tears (2007)
      100 Tears
      4.2
      • Carlos Parisa
      • 2007
    • The Fiesta Grand (2007)
      The Fiesta Grand
      4.8
      • Juan
      • 2007
    • The Celestine Prophecy (2006)
      The Celestine Prophecy
      4.9
      • Military Guard (as Eli T. Pena)
      • 2006
    • First Time Felon (1997)
      First Time Felon
      6.8
      TV Movie
      • Boot Camp (as Eli Pena)
      • 1997

    Writer



    • When Tomorrow Comes, I Will Be Back
      • Writer
      • Released
      • Short
      • 2023



    • Ken Feinberg, Eli T. Peña, Anauka Feinberg, and Amanda Szikman in Greener Pastures (2018)
      Greener Pastures
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2018
    • Eli T. Peña, Patrick Coheley, and Sophia Sparks in The Stranger and the Casket (2018)
      The Stranger and the Casket
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2018
    • Eli T. Peña, Aubriana Davis, and Gracen Houck in Knucklehead (2018)
      Knucklehead
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2018
    • Veronica Sanders, Chiara Misawa, and Brady Natoli in Monster in the CLoset (2018)
      Monster in the CLoset
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2018
    • Selena Turner and Nico Cua in Superhero Dilemma (2018)
      Superhero Dilemma
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2018
    • Stella Feinberg and Reese Painter in Unwanted Boxes (2018)
      Unwanted Boxes
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2018
    • The South Like You've Never Seen It Before
      Bless Yer Heart
      TV Series
      • Writer
      • 2015
    • Near the End
      Short
      • Writer
      • 2005

    Producer



    • Walk on Water (2009)
      Walk on Water
      7.4
      TV Series
      • producer
      • 2010–2011
    • Not Even the Devil (2011)
      Not Even the Devil
      4.2
      • producer
      • 2011
    • Oscar Guerrero in Entremedio (2006)
      Entremedio
      7.8
      • associate producer
      • 2006
    • Near the End
      Short
      • producer
      • 2005

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    Terror Inside
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    Terror Inside

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    • Alternative names
      • Eli T. Pena
    • Height
      • 6′ 3″ (1.91 m)
    • Born
      • October 2
      • Chicago, Illinois, USA

    Self-verified on IMDbPro

    • Gender / Gender identity
      • Male

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      1st Place Winner and Audience Choice Award of the Film Society of St. Augustine.
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