Despite the dubious distinction of having made his feature debut in the Tom Arnold clunker Big Bully, young Cody McMains has nevertheless gone on to turn in memorable performances in such efforts as What Love Sees (1996) and Tumbleweeds (1999). Born in October of 1985, and raised in Pasadena, CA, McMains appeared on the small screen in The Pretender after his debut, and has since turned up in such features as Thomas and the Magic Railroad, Bring It On (both 2000), and Not Another Teen Movie (2001). Taking home a Young Artist Award for his role in What Love Sees, McMains was later nominated for yet another Young Artist Award for his memorable turn in Tumbleweeds. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide