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Michael Bower(I)

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  • Producer
  • Director
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The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story (2018)
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Michael Ray Bower has established himself over the past decade as an actor of considerable talent and accomplishment. His diverse and eclectic resume ranges from hilarious roles in such comedies as "Dude Where's My Car" and "Evolution," to hauntingly dramatic performances in intense Television Shows such as "Dark Angel", "CSI" and His breakthrough performance as a young Soldier Of A futuristic War in James Cameron's "Dark Angel" was Submitted For A possible Emmy Nomination.Michael Has Won Numerous Awards Through Out His Career. Young Artist Award, Teen People's Choice, ACE Award Nominee

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Bower landed his first role at the age of eleven on the popular motion picture Moonwalker alongside World idol Michael Jackson. He soon recurred on the award-winning "The Wonder Years" For 3 seasons. Bower soon turned recurring roles into series regulars on 3 Primetime shows. With his fan following and critical acclaim he led "Nickelodeons Best Comedy Show "Salute Your Shorts" (cult-like following now). Michael has guest-starred on over 30 Primetime Television shows .

He made his Lead feature film debut in DreamWorks Summer Hit "Evolution" For director Ivan Reitman He Starred alongside such heavy weights as David Duchovney, Sean William Scott, Orlando Jones, Dan Akroyd, and academy award winner Julianne Moore. Rumor is Michael beat out the likes of Jack Black, and Dane Cook for the role...More recent credits include "Marilyn Hotchkiss Ballroom Dancing and Charm School" again he starred along greats john Goodman, Sean Astin, Marissa Tomei, Mary Steenburgen & Danny Devito.

Bower showcased his impressive acting chops in many indie & festival shorts that have showed many in Hollywood that he is not only a comedy genius but a very powerful dramatic actor. He has aspirations of directing as well and is soon to start directing his first short. Bower leads a cast of comedians in a mock musical show touring nationwide with network interest.

For the big screen, Michael will next be seen starring in "Two Dudes & a Dream", and he recently completed work for Jersey Films "Community College" In his spare time, Bower enjoys writing, technology, and film and TV watching with a new found passion for Tournament Poker.
BornFebruary 12, 1975
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BornFebruary 12, 1975
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On Set: Dark Angel- 2001 (L-R)Michael Ray Bower,Jessica Alba
On Set: How To Make It In Hollywood(L-R)Jack Black, Michael Ray Bower
Headshots: Michael Ray Bower
Press: WPT Celeb Event (L-R) Michael Ray Bower Red Carpet
Press: World Poker Tour (L-R) Michael Ray Bower,Tina Hoss
Kirk Baily, Michael Bower, and Danny Cooksey in Salute Your Shorts (1991)
Erik MacArthur and Michael Bower in Salute Your Shorts (1991)
Megan Berwick, Michael Bower, Danny Cooksey, Venus DeMilo Thomas, and Heidi Lucas in Salute Your Shorts (1991)
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On Set: Dumbells Cast (L-R)Taylor Cole,Michael Ray Bower
Michael Ray Bower Age 11

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Erik MacArthur, Kirk Baily, Michael Bower, Danny Cooksey, and Trevor Eyster in Salute Your Shorts (1991)
Salute Your Shorts
8.3
TV Series
  • Eddie 'Donkeylips' Gelfen
Jennifer Garner, Ashton Kutcher, Seann William Scott, Marla Sokoloff, and Sydney in Dude, Where's My Car? (2000)
Dude, Where's My Car?
5.5
  • Big Cult Guard #2(as Michael Ray Bower)
  • 2000
David Duchovny, Julianne Moore, Seann William Scott, and Orlando Jones in Evolution (2001)
Evolution
6.1
  • Danny(as Michael Ray Bower)
  • 2001
Jessica Alba in Dark Angel (2000)
Dark Angel
7.3
TV Series
  • Brain(as Michael Ray Bower)

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Actor

  • Daisy Jones & the Six (2023)
    Daisy Jones & the Six
    • Ryan
    • TV Mini Series
    • 2023
  • Hoyt Richards and Brian Drolet in Dumbbells Special Edition (2022)
    Dumbbells Special Edition
    • 2022
  • Jason Lee and Sam Trammell in Cocked (2015)
    Cocked
    • Technician (as Michael Ray Bower)
    • TV Movie
    • 2015
  • Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories (2013)
    Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories
    • Barry
    • TV Series
    • 2014
  • Martha Plimpton, Cloris Leachman, Garret Dillahunt, Shannon Woodward, and Lucas Neff in Raising Hope (2010)
    Raising Hope
    • Kevin
    • TV Series
    • 2014
  • Beau Bridges, Will Arnett, and Margo Martindale in The Millers (2013)
    The Millers
    • Barry Jorgenson
    • TV Series
    • 2014
  • Dumbbells (2014)
    Dumbbells
    • Erwin (as Michael Ray Bower)
    • 2014
  • Geek USA (2013)
    Geek USA
    • Coach
    • 2013
  • Sketchy (2012)
    Sketchy
    • TV Series
    • 2013
  • Fireflies
    • Donny
    • 2013
  • Focus the Series (2012)
    Focus the Series
    • John Blanda
    • TV Series
    • 2012
  • Star Wars: The Old Republic (2011)
    Star Wars: The Old Republic
    • Additional Voices (voice, uncredited)
    • Video Game
    • 2011
  • David Boreanaz and Emily Deschanel in Bones (2005)
    Bones
    • Sam Nozik (as Michael Ray Bower)
    • TV Series
    • 2011
  • Prom '97 (2011)
    Prom '97
    • Mr. Smith
    • Short
    • 2011
  • Red Dead Redemption (2010)
    Red Dead Redemption
    • The Local Population (voice)
    • Video Game
    • 2010

Producer

  • Focus the Series (2012)
    Focus the Series
    • executive producer
    • TV Series
    • 2012
  • Tommy Avallone, Tim Dean, Jon Dean, and Jordan McSorley in Community College (2009)
    Community College
    • associate producer
    • 2009

Director

  • Focus the Series (2012)
    Focus the Series
    • Director
    • TV Series
    • 2012

Videos13

Acting Reel
Demo Reel 5:30
Acting Reel
Award Winning Short: Dinner With Raphael
Demo Reel 10:31
Award Winning Short: Dinner With Raphael
Commercial Reel  Michael Ray Bower
Demo Reel 2:31
Commercial Reel Michael Ray Bower
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Clip 1:21
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Salute Your Shorts Trailer - Season 1
Trailer 0:16
Salute Your Shorts Trailer - Season 1
The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story
Trailer 1:41
The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story
Dumbbells
Trailer 2:29
Dumbbells
No Footing (Trailer 1)
Trailer 1:59
No Footing (Trailer 1)
Perfect Combination
Trailer 2:23
Perfect Combination
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Promo 1:27
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Promo 5:40
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)
Promo 1:31
Star Wars: The Old Republic (VG)

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  • Alternative names
    • Michael R. Bower
  • Height
    • 5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
  • Born
    • February 12, 1975
    • Tarzana, California, USA
  • Spouse
    • Leigh Ann Karetas? - present
  • Other works
    Appeared as a contestant on the MTV show "Singled Out"

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    He has been very critical of Nickelodeon programming at the turn of the century and says "Kids from the 2000's are brainwashed into thinking "iCarly" is a great show but it failed in comparison to our shows in the 1990's".
  • Salaries
      Wishcraft
      (2002)
      $15,000

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