Age: 38
male
Manny Jacinto (born August 19, 1987) is a Canadian actor of Filipino descent. He was born in Manila, Philippines, and moved to Canada with his family when he was about three years old. He grew up in Richmond, British Columbia, and initially pursued a degree in civil engineering at the University of British Columbia before transitioning to acting. Jacinto started his career with small roles in television series such as Once Upon a Time, Supernatural, and iZombie. His breakout role came in 2016 when he was cast as Jason Mendoza in the NBC sitcom The Good Place, where he gained widespread recognition for his comedic performance. He has also appeared in films like Bad Times at the El Royale (2018) and Top Gun: Maverick (2022). In 2024, he portrayed Qimir in the Star Wars series The Acolyte. Additionally, he provided the voice of Scott Denoga in the Disney Channel animated series Hailey's On It! (2023–2024). In 2019, he announced his engagement to actress Dianne Doan.
In the heart of the city, the once-popular Neon Galaxy Arcade is on the verge of shutting down forever. For talented dancer Max Rivera, determined strategist Zoe Kim, and gifted singer-songwriter Emma Torres, the arcade is more than a building—it's where they discovered their passion for music, dance, and friendship. Everything changes when the trio uncovers a mysterious hidden rhythm machine known as Pump It. Activating it transports them into the spectacular Rhythm Realm, a digital universe powered by music, dance, rap, and creativity itself. There they meet Beat, a wisecracking digital guide, and learn that the Rhythm Realm is being threatened by a powerful force that feeds on silence and self-doubt. To save both worlds, Max, Zoe, and Emma must compete in a legendary musical tournament against elite performers including the undefeated champion Neon, rising dance star Luna Cruz, and viral sensation Tyler Reed. Guided by the legendary DJ Cruise and the magical guardian Harmony, the team journeys through dazzling music kingdoms, neon concert arenas, and rhythm-powered cities where every battle is fought through singing, rapping, dancing, and heart. As friendships are tested and dreams are put on the line, the heroes discover that true greatness isn't about being the best performer—it's about inspiring others to find their own rhythm. Packed with original songs, explosive dance numbers, rap battles, emotional ballads, and unforgettable performances, PUMP IT is a musical adventure where every beat matters and every voice has the power to change the world.
