Michael Nouri
Biography
Michael David Nouri, born on December 9, 1945, is a distinguished American actor with a prolific career in both television and film. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Nick Hurley in the iconic 1983 film "Flashdance," which solidified his place in cinematic history.
Nouri has a rich background in soap operas, portraying memorable characters such as Caleb Cortlandt/Cooney in "All My Children," Elliott Hampton in "The Young and the Restless," and Steve Kaslo in "Search for Tomorrow." His versatility extends to numerous television series, where he has held recurring roles, including Jeremy Stonehouse in "Devils," Bob Schwartz in "Yellowstone," and Eli David, the father of Ziva David, in "NCIS." Other notable appearances include roles in "The Slap," "Damages," "The O.C.," and the sitcom "Love & War."
In addition to his work in "Flashdance," Nouri has appeared in a variety of films, including King Marchan in "Victor/Victoria," Dr. Spence in "Finding Forrester," and Joe DiMaggio in "61*." His filmography also features Congressman Stewart in "Last Holiday," Mr. Tose in "Invincible," Chairman Bergen in "The Proposal," and Karl Valentine in "Woman Walks Ahead." He has made significant contributions to numerous TV movies throughout his career.
Filmography
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Easy Rider: The Ride Back
2012 • Ward
Last Holiday (2006)
2006
My Favorite Girlfriend
2022 • Paul Forrester
Terminal Error
2002 • Brad
Teleios
2017 • Nordham
Captain America (1990)
1990 • Lt. Colonel Louis
American Yakuza
1993 • Dino Campanela
Swiped (2025)
2025
At the Sinatra Club
2010 • Fatico
Hunt for the Labyrinth Killer
2013 • Galen Anderson
The Hidden
1987 • Tom Beck
Black Ice
1992 • Ben Shorr
Contract on Cherry Street
1977 • Lou Savage
Hologram Man
1995 • Edward Jameson
Inner Sanctum II
1994 • Bill Reed
Boynton Beach Club
2005 • Donald
Any Day Now
2012
No Escape, No Return
1993 • Dante
To the Limit
1995 • Thomas 'China' Smith
High Roller: The Stu Ungar Story
2003 • Vincent
Lovely & Amazing
2002 • Dr. Crane
Alex & the List
2018 • Rabbi Baskin