Malik Elassal is a Canadian actor and stand-up comedian who has become one of the breakout names of 2026 thanks to his role as Samir Rahman on the hit FX/Hulu comedy series "Adults," now streaming its second season. Here is everything verified about his age, height, background, and the latest news surrounding him and the show.
Personal Information
| Full Name | Malik Elassal |
| Date of Birth | April 12, 1996 |
| Age | 30 (as of 2026) |
| Nationality | Canadian (born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to Lebanese parents; raised in Calgary) |
| Profession | Actor & Stand-Up Comedian |
| Platforms | FX, Hulu, Disney+ |
| Known For | Playing Samir Rahman on "Adults" (2025–present) |
| Net Worth | Not publicly disclosed |
| Spouse | Not publicly known / no confirmed spouse |
| Children | None reported |
Body Measurements
| Height | Not publicly disclosed |
| Weight | Not publicly disclosed |
| Body Measurements | Slim, average build (exact figures not publicly verified) |
| Body Type | Slim/Average |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Bio & Career
- Born April 12, 1996, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to Lebanese immigrant parents who moved to Canada in the early 1990s and worked in a garment factory.
- Raised in a Muslim household in northeast Calgary; graduated from Calgary Islamic School in 2014 and dropped out of college twice before pursuing comedy full-time.
- Built his name on the Canadian stand-up circuit, recording the title track for the comedy album "Yeehaw Hell Yeah" and appearing on CBC Gem’s "The New Wave of Standup" (Season 3, 2023).
- Named one of the "New Faces of Comedy" at the Just for Laughs festival in Montreal in 2022.
- Featured on Vulture’s "Comedians You Should and Will Know" list in 2024.
- Prior TV credits include "Resident Alien," "Joe Pickett," "Fortunate Son," and "Fakeland," plus extra work in "Interstellar" (2014).
- Broke out in 2025 playing Samir Rahman, one of five core friends, on FX’s ensemble comedy "Adults" — now heading into its 2026 second season and a July 2026 prequel special.
- Also plays Marcus in the 2026 film "Office Romance."
Adults (TV Series): Full Cast & Crew
"Adults" is an American ensemble sitcom created by Ben Kronengold and Rebecca Shaw for FX, streaming on Hulu and Disney+. The show follows five 20-something friends — Samir, Billie, Paul, Issa, and Anton — who crash together in Samir’s childhood home in Queens, New York, navigating career struggles, dating, and the messy transition into adulthood. Season 1 premiered May 28, 2025; Season 2 premiered August 27, 2026, following a prequel special that aired July 31, 2026.
| Actor | Character |
| Malik Elassal | Samir Rahman |
| Lucy Freyer | Billie Schaeffer |
| Jack Innanen | Paul Baker |
| Amita Rao | Issa Damani |
| Owen Thiele | Anton Evans |
| Role | Name |
| Creator / Showrunner | Ben Kronengold |
| Creator / Showrunner | Rebecca Shaw |
| Executive Producer | Nick Kroll |
| Executive Producer | Stefani Robinson |
| Executive Producer / Director | Jonathan Krisel |
| Director | Anu Valia |
| Director | Jason Woliner |
| Director | Maggie Carey |
| Director | Oz Rodriguez |
| Director | Paul Briganti |
| Director | Alex Buono |
Popularity
Latest News – Malik Elassal (2026)
- "Adults" Season 2 premiered on Hulu and FX on August 27, 2026, to strong reviews, following a prequel special that aired July 31, 2026.
- The series has been highlighted by CBR as an FX show that "exploded" on streaming after posting a 100% Rotten Tomatoes score in August 2026.
- Elassal has been actively promoting Season 2 on Instagram, sharing behind-the-scenes press-week content and thanking fans for the response to the new episodes.
- He continues to book stand-up dates across North America while balancing his growing TV profile.
- Elassal is also set to appear in the 2026 film "Office Romance," playing the character Marcus.
FAQs
Q: Who does Malik Elassal play in "Adults"?
A: He plays Samir Rahman, one of the five core friends whose childhood home in Queens becomes the group’s crash pad.
Q: How old is Malik Elassal?
A: He was born on April 12, 1996, making him 30 years old as of 2026.
Q: Where is Malik Elassal from?
A: He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, to Lebanese parents, and was raised in Calgary.
Q: When did "Adults" Season 2 premiere?
A: Season 2 premiered on Hulu/FX on August 27, 2026, following a prequel special on July 31, 2026.
Q: What did Malik Elassal do before "Adults"?
A: He was a rising Canadian stand-up comedian, named a Just for Laughs "New Face of Comedy" in 2022, with earlier TV credits including "Resident Alien" and "Joe Pickett."
Q: What is Malik Elassal’s net worth?
A: His exact net worth has not been publicly disclosed or independently verified.
