Courtney Gains


Courtney Gains is an American actor best known for his portrayal of Malachai in the 1984 horror movie Children of the Corn.

Career

Gains achieved success during the 1980s with a variety of roles in films such as Children of the Corn, Hardbodies, Lust in the Dust, Back to the Future, Can't Buy Me Love, Secret Admirer, Colors, The 'Burbs and Memphis Belle. Later films include Sweet Home Alabama, Dorm Daze, Desolation Canyon and a cameo in Rob Zombie's Halloween remake.
In addition to his film work, Gains appeared in the video game ' and guest-starred on episodes of various television series, including Seinfeld, Monk, In the Heat of the Night, ER, JAG, Nash Bridges, ', Charmed, Alias and . Gains has also worked as an acting coach.
Gains worked as musician and once performed live on stage with Phish, appearing at the band's December 6, 1996 concert in Las Vegas, which was later released on CD as Vegas 96. Gains has since released a solo album.

Filmography