Michael Bower
Biography
Michael Bower, also credited as Michael Ray Bower, is an American actor born on February 12, 1975, in Tarzana, California. He entered the screen with his film debut in Michael Jackson’s 1988 video anthology Moonwalker. Following that debut, Bower accumulated a range of television appearances, including roles on series such as Webster, Tales from the Crypt, Empty Nest, Superior Court, Hull High, and The Wonder…. As of the latest records, he has accrued 37 credited acting roles. Bower’s professional profile lists him as male, and his biographical data reflects a content score of 88 on the referenced database.
Career overview
Michael Ray Bower was born on February 12, 1975, in Tarzana, California. He entered the entertainment industry as a child actor, making his film debut in Michael Jackson’s 1988 video anthology Moonwalker. From that early appearance, Bower built a career primarily in television, securing roles in a variety of episodic series. His television work includes appearances on the sitcom Webster, the horror anthology Tales from the Crypt, the comedy‑drama Empty Nest, the courtroom series Superior Court, the teen‑oriented drama Hull High, and the series The Wonder… as documented in his early credits.
Throughout his career, Bower accumulated a substantial body of work, with a total of 37 acting credits listed across film and television. His contributions have been recognized on major databases, where he is identified under both Michael Bower and Michael Ray Bower. The breadth of his roles reflects a steady presence in American television from the late 1980s onward, spanning genres from comedy to horror and drama. Bower’s professional profile continues to be catalogued on platforms such as The Movie Database, where his acting résumé is maintained alongside his biographical details.
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Full Filmography
39 titles- The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story (2018) as Self
- Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories (2014) as Barry
- Territory 8 (2014) as FBI Agent #3
- The Millers (2013) as Barry Jorgenson
- Geek USA (2013) as Coach
- Prom '97 (2011) as Mr. Smith
- Raising Hope (2010) as Kevin
- Perfect Combination (2010) as Tony
- Dinner with Raphael (2009) as Raphael / Jimmy
- No Footing (2009) as Cory
- Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing & Charm School (2006) as Tommy Tanksley
- Bones (2005) as Sam Nozik
- Monk (2002) as Peter
- Wishcraft (2002) as Tony
- Sex and the Teenage Mind (2002) as Dwayne
- Evolution (2001) as Danny
- Social Misfits (2001) as Edgar
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Fat Schlub
- Dark Angel (2000)
- Dark Angel (2000) as Brain
- Dude, Where's My Car? (2000) as Big Cult Guard #2
- Opposite Sex (2000) as Fort Union Guy #2
- Popular (1999) as Mohawk Boy #1
- Becker (1998) as Patient
- Captain Nuke and the Bomber Boys (1995) as Frank Pescoe
- Friends (1994) as Roy Gublik
- Weird Science (1994)
- Tattooed Teenage Alien Fighters from Beverly Hills (1994) as DuWayne Fletcher
- The X-Files (1993) as Lo-Fat
- The Day My Parents Ran Away (1993) as Richie
- California Dreams (1992) as Albert Spevak
- Salute Your Shorts (1991)
- The Willies (1990) as Gordy Belcher
- Marilyn Hotchkiss' Ballroom Dancing and Charm School (1990) as Glen Tanksley
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) as Junior (segment "Dig That Cat... He's Real Gone")
- Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989) as Boy Nerd
- She's Out of Control (1989) as Kid at Beach
- The Wonder Years (1988) as Joe
- The Wonder Years (1988) as Peter Armbruster
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Bower best known for?
Michael Bower is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Orange Years: The Nickelodeon Story (2018), The Millers (2013), Raising Hope (2010), The 13th Warrior (1999).
When and where was Michael Bower born?
Michael Bower was born on February 12, 1975 in Tarzana, California, USA.
How many credits does Michael Bower have?
Michael Bower has accumulated over 39 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1988 to 2018.
What is Michael Bower's background in cinema and television?
Michael Bower, also credited as Michael Ray Bower, is an American actor born on February 12, 1975, in Tarzana, California. He entered the screen with his film debut in Michael Jackson’s 1988 video anthology Moonwalker. Following that debut, Bower accumulated a range of television appearances, including roles on series ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Friends (1994) as Roy Gublik — aged about 19
- The X-Files (1993) as Lo-Fat — aged about 18
- The Wonder Years (1988) as Joe — aged about 13
- The Wonder Years (1988) as Peter Armbruster — aged about 13
- Bones (2005) as Sam Nozik — aged about 30
- Monk (2002) as Peter — aged about 27
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