Michael Showalter

Michael Showalter is an American comedian, actor, writer and director who was a founding member of The State. He performed in its MTV sketch series and later formed Stella with David Wain and Michael Ian Black. Showalter and Wain co-wrote Wet Hot American Summer, in which Showalter also played camp counselor Coop.

His directing work includes The Big Sick, The Eyes of Tammy Faye and episodes of The Dropout. He co-created the television comedy Search Party and returned to Wet Hot American Summer for its television continuations. His career connects ensemble sketch performance with writing, producing and directing feature films and series.