Joel David Moore

Joel David Moore

48 · Born: Sep 25, 1977

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Personal Details

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BornSep 25, 1977 Portland, Oregon, USA
Parents
  • John Moore
  • Missy Moore
Relatives
  • Adam Moore (Sibling)

Biography

Joel David Moore is a multifaceted individual with a wealth of experience in the entertainment industry, boasting a career spanning over two decades. He initially gained recognition for his comedic roles in films such as Dodgeball and Grandma's Boy, and subsequently achieved global stardom with his portrayal in James Cameron's Avatar, which holds the record for the highest-grossing film of all time.

Throughout his illustrious career, Moore has accumulated over 50 film and television credits, with recent projects including The Baker, Retirement Plan, and the upcoming Avatar sequels. Moreover, he has also made a name for himself as a filmmaker, making his directorial debut with the psychological thriller Spiral, which received widespread critical acclaim.

Moore's directorial endeavors have also included Youth in Oregon, a remake of Hide and Seek, and the recently released psycho-drama Some Other Woman. In 2019, he co-founded Balcony 9, a production studio dedicated to developing compelling film and television projects, such as the indie thriller Immaculate Room, the acclaimed western drama Desperation Road, and the upcoming theatrical release Bride Hard starring Rebel Wilson.

As an innovator, Moore is exploring the potential of artificial intelligence and technology to push the boundaries of storytelling. He is also dedicated to philanthropic efforts, serving on the board of Dollar For, a non-profit organization committed to alleviating medical debt. Additionally, he is an active advocate for sustainability, working closely with Walking Softer to find solutions for the future.

Moore's passion for environmental sustainability has led him to visit both polar regions, where he has witnessed the devastating impact of climate change firsthand. He is a strong believer in maintaining a balance between his professional life and personal fulfillment, cherishing his time with his wife, Katherine Braham Moore, and their two young children.

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Career

2031
Avatar 5
Avatar 5 as Norm Spellman
2029
Avatar 4
Avatar 4 as Norm Spellman
2025
Avatar: Fire and Ash
Avatar: Fire and Ash as Norm Spellman
2023
The Retirement Plan
The Retirement Plan as Fitzsimmons
The Baker
The Baker as Peter
2022
Daniel's Gotta Die
Daniel's Gotta Die as Daniel Powell
The Immaculate Room
The Immaculate Room as Jason Wright
2020
Cut Throat City
Cut Throat City as Peter Felton
2017
Drone
Drone as Gary
2015
2014
Grace
Grace as Luke
#Stuck
#Stuck as Guy
The Guest
The Guest as Craig
Forever
Forever as Lucas
2013
Hatchet III
Hatchet III as Ben (uncredited)
CBGB
CBGB as Joey Ramone
2012
Grassroots
Grassroots as Grant Cogswell
Jewtopia
Jewtopia as Adam Lipschitz
Gone
Gone as Nick Massey
Savages
Savages as Craig
2011
Julia X
Julia X as Sam
Ticket Out
Ticket Out as Riley
Shark Night
Shark Night as Gordon
Chillerama
Chillerama as Adolf Hitler
2010
Bastard
Bastard as Passenger 1
2009
Stuntmen
Stuntmen as Troy Lebowski
Avatar
Avatar as Norm Spellman
2008
Wieners
Wieners as Glenn
2007
Shanghai Kiss
Shanghai Kiss as Joe Silverman
Spiral
Spiral as Mason
2006
Hatchet
Hatchet as Ben
The Shaggy Dog
The Shaggy Dog as Pound Employee
2005
E-Ring
E-Ring as Greg
Raising Genius
Raising Genius as Rolf (as Joel Moore)
LAX
LAX as Eddie Carson
1996
Foxfire
Foxfire as First Geek
2024
2021
Hide and Seek
Hide and Seek as Director, Screenplay
2017
2007
Spiral
Spiral as Director, Writer