Michael Joiner

Michael Joiner

Personal Details

Biography

Michael Joiner, a talented actor and comedian, rose to prominence after his standout performance as 'Mac McDonald' in Sony Pictures' "The Grace Card", garnering rave reviews from esteemed publications such as "The Hollywood Reporter" and "Variety". Since then, he has appeared in over a dozen films, solidifying his reputation as a sought-after actor in the independent film scene.

Joiner's acting style, which heavily relies on improvisation, has earned him a reputation for playing memorable characters with a knack for wit and humor. He is particularly known for his portrayals of wisecracking and hard-edged characters, showcasing his impressive range as a thespian.

In addition to his acting career, Michael is also a seasoned comedian, boasting an impressive twenty-seven-year career in the comedy world. He has headlined major comedy clubs, including LA's Improv and The Ice House, as well as New York City's HA Comedy Café', entertaining audiences with his clean and hilarious stand-up routines.

Recent developments in Michael's career include his signing with Larry The Cable Guy's "Git R Done" records, with his debut album distributed by the multi-Emmy award-winning "Comedy Dynamics". Prior to his success in the entertainment industry, Michael honed his craft in LA, studying acting with some of Hollywood's most esteemed coaches for ten years.

Now, Michael resides in his hometown of Kansas City, MO, with his wife and three children, continuing to create and share his talents with the world.

Career

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2021
Order of Rights
Order of Rights as Calvin Trask
{"id":179916,"title":"Acquitted by Faith","year":"2020","character":"Larry Larson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/acquitted-by-faith","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_179916.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_179916.jpg"},"released":1}
2020
Acquitted by Faith
Acquitted by Faith as Larry Larson
{"id":130593,"title":"Attack of the Southern Fried Zombies","year":"2017","character":"Mayor Luckwood","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/attack-of-the-southern-fried-zombies","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1uecuv66ooi8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1uecuv66ooi8.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
{"id":115816,"title":"Heaven Bound","year":"2017","character":"Ted","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heaven-bound","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_115816.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_115816.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":110712,"title":"The Matchbreaker","year":"2016","character":"Wayne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-matchbreaker","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/627opu1irtq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/627opu1irtq0.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
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2015
Chasing Grace
Chasing Grace as Jonathan Matheson
{"id":37655,"title":"The Basement","year":"2014","character":"Detective Sean Patrick O'Connor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-basement","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_37655.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_37655.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
The Basement
The Basement as Detective Sean Patrick O'Connor
{"id":37217,"title":"Let the Lion Roar","year":"2014","character":"Bishop John Chrysostom","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/let-the-lion-roar","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_37217.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_37217.jpg"},"released":1}
Let the Lion Roar
Let the Lion Roar as Bishop John Chrysostom
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Ashes of Eden
Ashes of Eden as Tony Hanson
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Travelator
Travelator as Customs Policeman
{"id":17947,"title":"Rumors of Wars","year":"2014","character":"Agent Harris","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rumors-of-wars","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_17947.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_17947.jpg"},"released":1}
Rumors of Wars
Rumors of Wars as Agent Harris
{"id":140843,"title":"Surrender","year":"2014","character":"Sheriff","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/surrender-2014","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_140843.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_140843.jpg"},"released":1}
Surrender
Surrender as Sheriff
{"id":134051,"title":"Love Covers All","year":"2014","character":"Max","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/love-covers-all","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_134051.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_134051.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":11566,"title":"The Identical","year":"2014","character":"State Trooper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-identical","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/11uc9r519plo.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/11uc9r519plo.jpg"},"released":1}
The Identical
The Identical as State Trooper
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2012
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2011
The Grace Card
The Grace Card as Bill 'Mac' McDonald
{"id":160326,"title":"Criminal Act","year":"1989","character":"Detective Jones","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/criminal-act","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_160326.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_160326.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Criminal Act
Criminal Act as Detective Jones
{"id":60782,"title":"The Revenge of Al Capone","year":"1989","character":"Journalist","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-revenge-of-al-capone","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60782.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60782.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":61286,"title":"Inherit the Wind","year":"1988","character":"News Photographer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/inherit-the-wind-1988","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61286.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61286.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Inherit the Wind
Inherit the Wind as News Photographer
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Lucky Stiff
Lucky Stiff as Bell Hop (uncredited)
{"id":61059,"title":"Saturday the 14th Strikes Back","year":"1988","character":"Party guy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/saturday-the-14th-strikes-back","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61059.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61059.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":61486,"title":"Dennis the Menace","year":"1987","character":"Police Officer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dennis-the-menace-1987","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61486.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61486.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Dennis the Menace
Dennis the Menace as Police Officer