Michael — The Boys in the Band Character Profile

About Michael

The host of the birthday party who lives in a Manhattan apartment. He struggles with self-loathing, aging, and debt, having recently quit drinking and smoking. He orchestrates the telephone game, confronts Alan about his closeted past, and ultimately leaves the party to attend Mass, reflecting on the group's mutual hatred.

Michael — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Jim Parsons

Appears in

The Boys in the Band (2020)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (5)

• Michael — Social Host & Birthday Boy — Harold (Zachary Quinto)

  Michael hosts the gathering while Harold is the celebrated guest.

• Michael — Social Close Friend — Donald (Matt Bomer)

  Longtime friends with Donald arriving early for the party.

• Michael — Social Party Guest — Emory (Robin de Jesús)

  Emory attends the party and brings birthday gifts for Harold.

• Michael — Social Party Guest — Bernard (Michael Benjamin Washington)

  Bernard joins the gathering and contributes to the social dynamic.

• Michael — Social Friend — Larry (Andrew Rannells)

  Michael observes Larry's relationship dynamics and engages in group conversation.

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• Harold (Zachary Quinto)
• Donald (Matt Bomer)
• Larry (Andrew Rannells)
• Mover #2 (Marc Basil)
• Bernard (Michael Benjamin Washington)
• Hank's Stranger (Paul Chirico)
• Handsome Preppy Man (Tyler Miles)
• Knitting Woman (Tina Fabrique)
• Female Neighbor (Julia Parker)
• Doorman (Jack O'Connell)
• Parking Attendant (John DeLuca)
• Hotel Manager (Walter Cox)