Michael W. Smith

Birth : 1957-10-07, Kenova, West Virginia, USA

History

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Michael Whitaker Smith (born October 7, 1957) is a Billboard Hot 100 top ten hit recording artist and Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter, composer, and actor. He is one of the best-selling and most influential artists in Contemporary Christian music. Smith also has achieved a considerable amount of success in the mainstream music industry. Smith is a three-time Grammy Award winner, and has earned 40 Dove Awards. Over the course of his career, Michael W. Smith has sold more than 13 million albums and recorded 29 #1 Hit songs, fourteen gold albums, and five platinum albums. Smith is an American Music Award recipient; he was also named one of People magazine's "Most Beautiful People". Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael W. Smith, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Movies

An All-Star Salute to Lee Greenwood
Recorded Live at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, Alabama in October 2021. Stars of the music world performed to honor American Patriot Lee Greenwood and provided special recognition for veterans. Featuring performances by Big & Rich, Crystal Gayle, Dustin Lynch, Gavin DeGraw, Home Free, Jamey Johnson, Lee Brice, Oak Ridge Boys, and others.
Pardoned by Grace
Pastor Dave
The life of Scott Highberger, a Michigan City, Indiana pastor. Before he practiced religion he was strung out. Once an Drug addict, alcoholic, and recidivist. Now doing gods work. This is the story how Scott Highberger overcame his demons and found religion resulting in a better life.
Compassion Internal Presents: Amy Grant & Michael W. Smith Christmas
Self
Multi-platinum, GRAMMY® winners AMY GRANT and MICHAEL W. SMITH are thrilled to reunite as they co-bill their popular Christmas tour this upcoming holiday season. After not being able to celebrate the holiday season last year on the road, they are excited to bring the merriment back! We can’t all make the trip to see this highly anticipated concert, but we can all watch the show from the comfort of home with family and friends. Join us for the exclusive digital premiere of Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith’s Christmas concert from Capitol One Hall in Tysons, VA. This highly anticipated night features selections spanning the artists’ expansive Christmas repertoires and combine their vast collection of critically acclaimed holiday albums.
The Jesus Music
Executive Producer
A political documentary that tells the stories of over 25 artists who give depictions of the controversy surrounding Christian Rock in the 70's.
The Jesus Music
Himself
A political documentary that tells the stories of over 25 artists who give depictions of the controversy surrounding Christian Rock in the 70's.
We Three Kings
Charles Fay (Adult)
Amy, Catherine, and Charles Fay can't wait for their Uncle Henry to arrive for Christmas. This is the first year since Mama passed away and the children are working together to fill the void and put together a Christmas play at their church. There are challenges along the way, from a runaway lamb to the stern lady who plays the church organ, but with the help of Uncle Henry's new song, 'We Three Kings,' not only is the Christmas pageant a success, but the children learn truths about Jesus and the gifts that were given to Him by the Magi.
35 Years of Friends: Celebrating the Music of Michael W. Smith
Self
With over 45 Dove awards, three Grammy awards, and an American Music award, Michael W. Smith has forever enshrined his mark in the music history books. Smith garnered yet another Grammy nod last Friday with a nomination for ‘Best Contemporary Christian Music Album’ for his latest worship effort, ‘Surrounded.’ Dubbed ‘35 Years of Friends: Celebrating The Music of Michael W. Smith,’ music lovers will experience over 35 artists, from all genres, performing a set list to include many of Smith’s 35 #1 hit singles. In addition, 2018 marks the 35th Anniversary of Smith’s Top 10 single “Friends,” which helped introduce his music to both secular and non-secular audiences. Smith once again shared the song with the world when he performed it at the Washington, D.C. memorial service for his dear friend, President George H.W. Bush, last Wednesday.
CMA Country Christmas 2018
Iconic entertainer Reba McEntire, who returns as host for a second year, will also perform during the holiday music special. Joining Reba are legendary acts and country favorites taking the stage for a night filled with Christmas classics and festive one-of-a-kind collaborations.
Beautifully Broken
Pastor Henry
As three fathers fight to save their families, their lives become interwined in an unlikely journey across the globe, where they learn the healing power of forgiveness and reconciliation.
Saving Faith
Michael
After years of struggle to keep the doors of the Ritz Theater open, Faith Scott and her Uncle Donny look to put together a big Christmas show as a last effort to keep the theater alive...in June.
90 Minutes in Heaven
Cliff McArdle
A man involved in a horrific car crash is pronounced dead, only to come back to life an hour and a half later, claiming to have seen Heaven.
Holy Ghost
Himself
Can the Holy Spirit direct a movie? In this fast-paced documentary from the director of the popular films Finger of God, Furious Love, and Father of Lights, Darren Wilson sets out to make a movie that is completely led by the Holy Spirit. No plan, no script, no safety net--just go wherever he feels the Spirit leading him to try and discover the adventure God has for him. Whether it's the riches of Monte Carlo, a heavy metal concert, or the oldest city in the world, the result is a film that not only challenges and excites, but also reveals a God who is far more alive and active than you ever imagined.
Living Hope
Himself
A powerful true story of three extraordinary people devoting their lives to serving the poor and the sick of Cape Town, South Africa. Narrated by Dove Award winner Joel Smallbone of the band For King & Country.
The Second Chance
Ethan Jenkins
Ethan Jenkins and Jake Sanders are both passionate pastors who worship the same God from the same book--but that's where the similarity ends. When they are suddenly thrown together in a tough neighborhood and forced to work side by side, Ethan discovers there is no boundary between the streets and the sanctuary.
Michael W. Smith - Worship
Michael W. Smith brings the RIAA Gold certified Worship experience to life with his new release--Worship on DVD and VHS. Filmed live in front of 15,000 youth in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Worship includes several classic praise and worship songs such as "Open the Eyes of My Heart" and an uplifting medley of "Step by Step/Hallelujah" plus six new praise and worship anthems and a special version of the U2 classic "40."
Joshua
Music
When Joshua moves to the outskirts of Auburn, he awakens the curiosity of the sleepy town. They don’t know who he is or where he came from, but no one can shake the feeling they’ve known him for years. Despite his benevolence and selfless work in the community, some remain suspicious. Just what exactly is Joshua up to?
Secret Adventures: Shrug
Drea has babysitting issues, and meets her idol (Michael W. Smith).
Mark Lowry: Mouth in Motion
Himself
You know Mark Lowry. Mark Lowry is a funny guy. You've seen him in concert. You've heard him describe the world around us. You've laughed uncontrollably. You've even tried to re-tell some of his stories. But nothing you've seen or heard could prepare you for MOUTH IN MOTION. Mark turns his satiric eye to the work of four of CCM's top artists. You know the songs of Michael W. Smith, Sandi Patti, Amy Grant, and Steven Curtis Chapman - but you've never heard them like this! Mark has created parodies of four of CCM's most popular songs that you'll want to see over and over again. And this video package features a lineup of surprise guests you're sure to recognize - Sandi Patti, Michel W. Smith, Cindy Morgan and more! So you thought you knew Mark Lowry? Program: 1. THE DATE ADVENTURE 2. Paw Paw's Chin 3. FACE IN THIS WORLD 4. Exit Row 5. FIRST CLASS, WRONG FLIGHT 6. EVERY TEACHER 7. SOME OTHER TIME, SOME OTHER PLACE 8. Open Heart Surgery 9. THIS TOO SHALL PASS