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Michael Garza (born February 1, 2000) is an American actor. His most notable roles are starring in the film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019) as Ramón Morales and also appearing in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014) as Eddy.

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Biography

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Garza was born in Texas and is of Mexican and French ancestry.[1][2]

Garza made his onscreen debut in the 2014 film The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 as the role of Eddy. In 2016, he started a series regular role as Frank Armstrong in the second season of the FOX series Wayward Pines (2016). In 2018, he went on to appear in the NBC series Timeless and TBS' Angie Tribeca. In 2019, he was announced as the lead for the 2019 film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark[3] as Ramón Morales with Zoe Colletti and Dean Norris. In 2020, he guest starred as Milo Garner in the FOX series 9-1-1.

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2014 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 Eddy
2019 Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Ramon Morales
2023 DogMan Juan

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2016 Wayward Pines Frank Armstrong 7 episodes
2018 Timeless Mark Episode: "The Day Reagan Was Shot"
2018 Angie Tribeca Teen Episode: "Glitch Perfect"
2020 9-1-1 Milo Garner Episode: "What's Next?"
2023 Quantum Leap Camilo Diaz Episode: "Ben Song for the Defense"
2023 - 2024 NCIS Reymundo De Leon 2 episodes
2022 - 2024 Hacks Silas 3 episodes

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Michael Garza

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Michael Garza (born February 1, 2000) is an American actor of descent best known for his breakout role as Eddy in the dystopian film The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 (2014) and his leading performance as in the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019). Born in , Garza grew up in a family with ties to the entertainment industry, as his sister Jessica Garza is also an actress recognized for roles in The Purge television series (2018) and Penny Dreadful: City of Angels (2020). He began his acting career at a young age, debuting in the 2009 short film Silent Whispers. Garza's early professional breakthrough came with his appearance in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, where he shared the screen with stars including Julianne Moore and portrayed a member of the rebel forces in the franchise's climactic installment. Following this, he expanded into television with guest roles in series such as Wayward Pines (2015) and Timeless (2016), before earning a starring role in the critically acclaimed horror adaptation Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, which drew from Alvin Schwartz's iconic book series and highlighted his ability to convey youthful vulnerability amid supernatural terror. More recently, as of 2025, Garza has taken on recurring roles in Hacks (2022–2024) and NCIS (2023–2024), along with appearances in the action thriller DogMan (2023), directed by Luc Besson, and upcoming projects including Chicago P.D. (2025), continuing to build a diverse portfolio in both film and genre storytelling.

Early life

Family background

Michael Garza was born on February 1, 2000, in , U.S. Garza is of and remote French ancestry. He has an older sister, Jessica Garza, who is also an . This familial connection to the entertainment industry contributed to the household's engagement with , as both siblings pursued careers in the field from a young age. Garza's professional years active began in , reflecting early family encouragement in his artistic endeavors.

Upbringing in Texas

Michael Garza was born on February 1, 2000, in , a suburb of where he experienced a typical American childhood amid the sprawling landscape. His family environment emphasized close familial bonds, with his upbringing rooted in the cultural blend of his and French ancestry, which influenced his early sense of identity. From a young age, Garza shared a playful and creative dynamic with his older sister, Jessica Garza, who would later pursue acting as well. The siblings frequently staged elaborate home performances, complete with costumes, music, props, and makeshift sets, turning their household into a for imaginative storytelling. These activities not only fostered sibling camaraderie but also sparked Garza's initial fascination with performance and narrative expression. Garza's Texas childhood provided a grounded, community-oriented backdrop that shaped his formative years, though specific details about his schooling remain scarce in . This suburban stability, coupled with familial encouragement through his sister's emerging interests, laid the groundwork for his , leading to explorations in by around age 14.

Career

Early roles (2014–2018)

Garza's feature film debut came at age 14 in the 2014 film The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, where he portrayed , a minor rebel fighter supporting the resistance efforts in the dystopian storyline. In 2016, Garza secured his first major television role as the series regular Frank Armstrong in the second season of the mystery thriller Wayward Pines, appearing in seven episodes as a young resident navigating the town's enigmatic secrets. This part represented a pivotal early achievement, allowing him to demonstrate dramatic range in a high-profile amid the series' suspenseful narrative. Garza continued building experience with guest appearances in 2018, including the role of Mark in an episode of NBC's time-travel drama Timeless and as Teen in an installment of TBS's comedy series Angie Tribeca, showcasing his versatility across genres. These supporting roles, while not leads, collectively strengthened his professional profile by contributing to diverse ensemble dynamics and highlighting his adaptability during a formative period marked by persistent audition efforts despite rejections.

Breakthrough and later career (2019–present)

Garza's breakthrough arrived in 2019 with his first starring role as , the resilient leader of a group of friends confronting supernatural horrors, in the film Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, produced by and directed by . The performance earned him critical recognition for his emotional depth and ability to anchor the ensemble in the horror genre, marking a shift from supporting parts to leads. In an interview, Garza credited his persistence, noting he auditioned twice for the role after an initial rejection, emphasizing how such determination helped him secure the part. Following this milestone, Garza continued building his television presence with guest appearances that showcased his versatility in dramatic and procedural formats. He portrayed Milo Garner, a young man entangled in a crisis, in a 2020 episode of 9-1-1. In 2022–2024, he recurred as Silas, a sharp-witted assistant in the comedy series Hacks, appearing in three episodes and contributing to the show's exploration of entertainment industry dynamics. Garza also guest-starred as Camilo Diaz in a 2023 episode of Quantum Leap, playing a character navigating time-travel dilemmas, and as Reymundo De Leon in two episodes of NCIS during 2023–2024, depicting a complex informant role. Expanding into independent cinema, Garza took on the role of Juan, a key ally in a tale of redemption and survival, in the 2023 drama DogMan, directed by , which highlighted his range beyond mainstream horror. By 2025, his career momentum carried into new projects, including a part in the mystery podcast series The Big Fix: A Jack Bergin Mystery, the recurring role of Julio Carlos in the television series , and a as Art Cervantes in an of Chicago P.D.. Despite the absence of major awards, Garza has cultivated a growing reputation for reliable performances in ensemble casts and genre-driven stories, often drawing on his experiences with post-rejection resilience to discuss the challenges of breaking through in Hollywood.

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleNotes
2009Silent WhispersUncredited; debut role.
2014: Mockingjay – Part 1EddySupporting role in blockbuster .
2019Scary Stories to Tell in the DarkLead role in .
2023DogManJuanSupporting role in action drama film.

Television

Michael Garza's television work spans a variety of genres, beginning with supporting roles in genre series and progressing to guest and recurring appearances in procedurals and comedies.
YearSeriesRoleEpisodesGenre/TypeNotes
2016Wayward PinesFrank Armstrong7 episodesSci-fi thrillerSeries regular in season 2
2018TimelessMark1 episode ("The Day Reagan Was Shot")Sci-fi adventureGuest star
2018Angie TribecaTeen1 episode ("Glitch Perfect")ComedyGuest star
20209-1-1Milo Garner1 episode ("What's Next?")Procedural dramaGuest star
2022–2024HacksSilas3 episodesComedyRecurring guest
2023Quantum LeapCamilo Diaz1 episode ("Ben Song for the Defense")Sci-fi dramaGuest star
2023–2024NCISReymundo De Leon2 episodes ("Black Sky," "Algún Día")Procedural crimeRecurring guest
2025PulseJulio Carlos1 episode ("Kennedy")Medical dramaGuest star
2025Chicago P.D.Art Cervantes1 episode ("The Good Shepherd")Procedural crimeGuest star

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