Josh Pais
Biography
Josh Pais, born on June 21, 1964, is a notable American actor recognized for his work in both film and television.
His filmography includes several prominent Hollywood productions, such as his role as Raphael in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, where he contributed both as the performer in the costume and the voice. Other significant films in which he has appeared are Music of the Heart, Scream 3, It Runs in the Family, Little Manhattan, and Find Me Guilty. From 1990 to 2002, he portrayed Assistant Medical Examiner Borak in 15 episodes of the acclaimed series Law & Order. Additionally, he played a Spanish teacher in the movie Assassination of a High School President.
Pais is the child of Lila Lee (née Atwill) and Abraham Pais, a Dutch-American Jewish physicist known for his work as a professor and author. He entered into marriage with actress Lisa Emery on August 27, 1990, and they share a son, Zane Pais, who is also an actor.
Through his diverse roles and contributions to the entertainment industry, Josh Pais has made a significant impact on both the big and small screens.
Filmography
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I Saw the Light
2016 • Dore Schary
Confess
2005 • Allen Kelner
Funny Pages
2022 • Lewis
Assassination of a High School President
2008 • Padre Newelll
Touchy Feely
2013 • Paul
The Family Fang
2016
Adventureland
2009 • Mr. Lewin
Little Manhattan
2005 • Ronny
5 Flights Up
2014 • Jackson
Safe Men
1998 • Mitchell
Please Give
2010
Crown Heights
2017 • District Attorney Maffeo
Jacknife
1989 • Rick
Syrup
2013 • Davidson
Unconscious
2006 • Warner Wilcott
Teeth
2008 • Dr. Godfrey
Bakery in Brooklyn
2016 • Lawyer
Reunion (2009)
2009 • Saul
The Mimic (2021)
2021 • The Neurotic Lawyer
It Runs in the Family (2003)
2003 • Barney
The Friend (2025)
2025
Spoiler Alert
2022 • Scott