Michael Yama
Biography
Michael Yama is a male actor with seventy-six known credits according to movie database records. His professional work includes acting in both films and television shows. Among his notable projects, he is recognized for his appearances in the films Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Spawn, as well as the television production Avatar the Last Airbender. Public biographical information regarding his birth date, place of birth, and personal background is not specified in available records. He is also referenced across international film databases including the Czech and Slovak film database and Kinobox.
Career overview
Michael Yama is a male actor known for seventy-six known credits in movies and television shows. His work in the film and television industry is documented across multiple reference databases, including The Movie Database and other film platforms.
Among his credited works, Michael Yama is known for his appearances in the films Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and Spawn. Additional details regarding his personal life, birth date, birthplace, and awards are not specified in available records.
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79 titles- Connective Tissue (2019) as Philip
- Kidding (2018) as Dalai Lama
- Hail, Caesar! (2016) as Chinese Restaurant Maître D'
- I'll See You in My Dreams (2015) as Speed Dater 4
- Dumb and Dumber To (2014) as Harry's Dad
- Monster Roll (2012) as Drunken Chef
- Adultolescence (2011)
- Pure Country 2: The Gift (2010) as Morita
- The Sensei (2008) as Yori Nakano
- Doctor Strange (2007) as Ancient One (voice)
- The Invincible Iron Man (2007) as Additional Voices (voice)
- Click (2006) as Watsuhita Head Executive
- Big Dreams Little Tokyo (2006) as Mr. Ozu
- Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005) as Shyu (voice)
- All Babes Want To Kill Me (2005) as Mr. Cho
- Without a Trace (2002) as Mr. Kim
- Alias (2001) as Chinese Agent
- Elvis Took a Bullet (2001) as Larry the Waiter
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Mr. Yamamoto
- Chain of Command (2000) as Chairman Tzu
- Angel (1999) as Japanese Business Man #1
- Just Shoot Me! (1997) as Wataru Yamaguchi
- Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction (1997) as Businessman (segment "Static Man")
- Brooklyn South (1997) as Mr. Hayashi
- Spicy City (1997) as Otaku (voice)
- Gun (1997) as Gardener
- Murder Live! (1997) as Tourist
- The Pretender (1996) as Grandfather
- JAG (1995) as Judge Furuya
- Baywatch Nights (1995) as Dr. Key
- ER (1994) as Epidemiologist
- Burke's Law (1994) as Hiro Tanaka
- It's Pat: The Movie (1994) as Curious Sushi Man
- Bloodfist V: Human Target (1994) as Quan
- The X-Files (1993) as Hsin
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as Chinese Father
- Doorways (1993) as Surgeon
- Jericho Fever (1993) as Dr. Sada
- Mad About You (1992) as The Dealer
- Home Improvement (1991) as Japanese Man #1
- Sisters (1991)
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Croupier #2
- Catchfire (1990) as Technician
- For a Moment Alive (1990) as Old Man
- Christine Cromwell (1989) as Dr. Lee
- The Hidden (1987) as Sketch Artist
- Number One with a Bullet (1987) as Tai Charlie
- Down and Out in Beverly Hills (1986) as Nagamichi
- G.I. Joe: Arise, Serpentor, Arise! (1986) as Torpedo (voice)
- Highway to Heaven (1984)
- Highway to Heaven (1984) as George Wong
- Hunter (1984) as Iko
- Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) as Chinese Co-Pilot
- 1st & Ten (1984) as Toshi Nokarita
- Bachelor Party (1984) as Japanese Businessman
- The Seduction of Gina (1984) as Baccarat Croupier
- G.I. Joe: The Revenge of Cobra (1984) as Torpedo (voice)
- Hardcastle and McCormick (1983) as Newscaster
- Deal of the Century (1983) as Masaggi's Aide #2
- My Tutor (1983) as Mr. Russell
- G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1983) as Torpedo (voice)
- I Take These Men (1983) as Waiter
- Hansel and Gretel (1983) as Stepmother / Witch
- American Playhouse (1982) as Sanzaki
- Hotel (1982) as Kei (uncredited)
- Hotel (1982) as Kei
- Voyagers! (1982)
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Richard's Lawyer
- Falcon Crest (1981) as Takahama
- Simon & Simon (1981)
- The Fall Guy (1981)
- Mr. Merlin (1981)
- Death Ray 2000 (1981) as Photographer
- Knots Landing (1979) as Anesthesiologist
- The Legend of the Golden Gun (1979) as Photographer
- The Bad News Bears Go to Japan (1978) as Usher
- A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story (1978) as Purser
- Baa Baa Black Sheep (1976) as Japanese Pilot (uncredited)
- The Jeffersons (1975)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Michael Yama best known for?
Michael Yama is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Kidding (2018), Hail, Caesar! (2016), Dumb and Dumber To (2014), Mystery Diners (2012).
How many credits does Michael Yama have?
Michael Yama has accumulated over 79 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2019.
What is Michael Yama's background in cinema and television?
Michael Yama is a male actor with seventy-six known credits according to movie database records. His professional work includes acting in both films and television shows. Among his notable projects, he is recognized for his appearances in the films Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Spawn, as well as the televisi...
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