Tom McCarthy
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Thomas Joseph McCarthy (born 1966) is an American actor, writer, and film director who has appeared in several movies, including Meet the Parents and Good Night, and Good Luck, and television shows such as The Wire, Boston Public, Law & Order, and the Hallmark Hall of Fame presentation of Saint Maybe. McCarthy has received critical acclaim for his writing/direction work for the independent films The Station Agent, The Visitor, and Win Win. He currently resides in Manhattan. He is the silent partner in a chain of successful Papaya Dogs throughout the greater metropolitan area. Description above from the Wikipedia article Thomas McCarthy (actor), licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Tom McCarthy Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tom McCarthy reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 36 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tom McCarthy's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Tom McCarthy's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The End of the World: The Actor's Perspective, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tom McCarthy Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tom McCarthy's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tom McCarthy has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Anima | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Friend | Dr. Warren | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pixels | Michael the Robot | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Little Fockers | Dr. Bob | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Jack Goes Boating | Dr. Bob | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Fair Game | Jeff | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The End of the World: The Actor's Perspective | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | 2012: Roland Emmerich - Master of the Modern Epic | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Lovely Bones | Principal Caden | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | 2012 | Gordon Silberman | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Duplicity | Jeff Bauer | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Mammoth | Bob Sanders | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Baby Mama | Kate's Date | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Wire: The Last Word | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Wire Odyssey | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Michael Clayton | Waiter (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Year of the Dog | Pier | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Situation | Major Hanks | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Beautiful Ohio | William Messerman (Older) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Flags of Our Fathers | James Bradley | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | All the King's Men | Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Syriana | Fred Franks | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Good Night, and Good Luck. | Palmer Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | The Great New Wonderful | Davie Burbage | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Last Shot | Agent Pike | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Guru | Lars (as Thomas McCarthy) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Meet the Parents | Dr. Bob Banks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | 30 Days | Brad Drazin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Certain Guys | Mitch | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Saint Maybe | Ian Bedloe | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | In My Sister's Shadow | Michael Butler (as Thomas Joseph McCarthy) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Conspiracy Theory | Helicopter Spotter | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Mary & Tim | Tim Melville | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Rift | Bartender | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Roast Suckling | Calmer | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Evil Genius | - | Flop | Similar → |
Tom McCarthy - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tom McCarthy?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom McCarthy is "The End of the World: The Actor's Perspective" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Tom McCarthy acted in?
Tom McCarthy has been featured in at least 36 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tom McCarthy?
Other notable films include "Good Night, and Good Luck.", "The Lovely Bones", and "2012: Roland Emmerich - Master of the Modern Epic".