Clay Sandford

 is a character in the drama thriller movie Leave the World Behind, who is portrayed by Ethan Hawke.

Biography
Clay, a media studies professor, goes on a spontaneous weekend family getaway to a stunning Long Island home with his wife Amanda and two children, Archie and Rose. The idyllic escape is soon marred when the owner, G.H. Scott, and his daughter, Ruth Scott, show up in the middle of the night to seek cover during a blackout. Amanda wants G.H. and Ruth to leave, but Clay is more welcoming of them.

Clay is comfortable being the easygoing counterpart to his more strong-willed wife. When the power goes out, Clay is completely helpless, struggling to problem-solve through the crisis.

Appearances

 * Leave the World Behind