Gary Owen
Acting
Biography
Gary Owen is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He has cultivated a large African-American following after headlining on cable channel BET and performing at targeted events, such as Shaquille O'Neal's All-Star Comedy Jam Tour. After being named "Funniest Serviceman in America", his big break came in 1997 on Black Entertainment Television's stand-up showcase Comic View. Owen followed this debut with featured roles in the films Daddy Day Care, Little Man, and College. In 2016, he was in a TV show on BET called The Gary Owen Show.
Born: July 26, 1974
Place of Birth: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Known For
Restored Me
A troubled ex-con joins the colorful crew of an old movie theater and begins to rebuild his life, only to find his faith in God tested when he learns the theater he has grown to love is not what it seems.
Gary Owen: I Got My Associates
Stand-up comedian Gary Owen shares stories of being married to the daughter of a founding member of the Black Panthers, being the father of young teenagers and, of course, his hillbilly family. Filmed at the Stardome in Hoover, Alabama, the special also includes Gary recounting his time in the military, celebrity weddings and bumping into Lebron James in the bathroom.
Martha & Snoop's Potluck Dinner Party
The Queen of Cuisine and the King of Kush are coming together to invite their celebrity friends over for a little potluck fun. Games, recipes and musical guests. It's guaranteed to have everyone buzzing.
DeMarcus Cousins Presents Boogie's Comedy Slam
DeMarcus Cousins Presents Boogie's Comedy Slam hosted by Mike Epps featuring Gary Owen, Karlous Miller, Tony Roberts and Red Grant
Gary Owen: True Story
Funnyman Gary Owen (Think Like A Man, TV's "House of Payne") has been entertaining America for over a decade with his brutally honest, side-splitting comedy and is one of the hottest talents in stand-up comedy in the country. Now Owen is back with his no-holds-barred, untamed brand of humor in the all-new hit comedy performed LIVE from Las Vegas to sold-out audiences. This side splitting release from comedian Gary Owen captures a live stand-up performance recorded in front of a live, sold-out crowd in Las Vegas, and featuring Owen's trademark unbridled brand of sharp commentary.
Think Like a Man
The balance of power in four couples’ relationships is upset when the women start using the advice in Steve Harvey’s book, Act Like A Lady, Think Like A Man, to get more of what they want from their men. When the men realize that the women have gotten a hold of their relationship “playbook,” they decide that the best defense is a good offense and come up with a plan to use this information to their advantage.
Think Like a Man Too
All the couples are back for a wedding in Las Vegas, but plans for a romantic weekend go awry when their various misadventures get them into some compromising situations that threaten to derail the big event.
Gary Owen: Black Famous
This last year has been unlike any other: COVID, lockdowns, and for Gary, it has also included a divorce and family insanity unlike any other; up until now, Gary hasn't been able to speak about what really happened.
Ride Along
For the past two years, high-school security guard Ben has been trying to show decorated APD detective James that he's more than just a video-game junkie who's unworthy of James' sister, Angela. When Ben finally gets accepted into the academy, he thinks he's earned the seasoned policeman's respect and asks for his blessing to marry Angela. Knowing that a ride along will demonstrate if Ben has what it takes to take care of his sister, James invites him on a shift designed to scare the hell out of the trainee. But when the wild night leads them to the most notorious criminal in the city, James will find that his new partner's rapid-fire mouth is just as dangerous as the bullets speeding at it.
To Tell the Truth
A modern reimagination of the classic game show. In each round, a celebrity panel will be presented with three people who all claim to be the same person with the same incredible talent, job or achievement. One is sworn to tell the truth while the others are not.
Filmography
as Self
as Self
as Xander 'Dr. X'
as Diggy
as Self
as Gus
as Self - Comedian
as Military Brother
as Himself
as Himself
as Ken
as Self - Panelist
as Stranger
as Brian
as Stanely
as Himself
as Bennett
as Crazy Cody
as Self
as Paw Gatsfield
as Bennett
as Himself
as Bearcat
as Self
as Police Officer
as Officer Jankowski
as K-Dog
as Mr. Carrott
as Clute