Tony Gardner
Costume & Make-UpAbout Tony Gardner
Tony Gardner is an American makeup designer, special effects designer and puppeteer. He has designed and created effects for many feature films, including the films Zombieland, 127 Hours, Smokin' Aces, Hairspray, Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa, The Addams Family, Seed of Chucky, Shallow Hal and There's Something About Mary. Gardner helped create the signature helmets for Daft Punk, as well as an animatronic robot for their "Technologic" music video. He wrote and directed Daft Punk's music video for the song "The Prime Time of Your Life" and associate produced and populated a world full of robots for the duo's feature-length directorial debut, Daft Punk's Electroma. Beyond the film-making arena, Gardner's special effects company Alterian, Inc. has also designed and created the popular GEICO Cavemen characters as well as the current iteration of Smokey Bear.
Tony Gardner Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tony Gardner reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tony Gardner's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 57% of Tony Gardner'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 Michael Jackson's Thriller, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tony Gardner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tony Gardner's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tony Gardner has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Doc of Chucky | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Living with Chucky | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Jackass 4.5 | Self (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Dollhouse | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Medieval Times: The Making of "Army of Darkness" | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Daft Punk Unchained | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa .5 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Seed of Chucky | Tony Gardner | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Making It Stick: The Makeup Effects of Stuck on You | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Shallow Hal: Seeing Through the Make-up | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Being 'Shallow Hal' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Darkman | Burn Ward Nurse / Lizard Man (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Michael Jackson's Thriller | Zombie Crawling Out of Grave (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Tony Gardner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tony Gardner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Gardner is "Michael Jackson's Thriller" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Tony Gardner acted in?
Tony Gardner has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tony Gardner?
Other notable films include "The Dollhouse", "Being 'Shallow Hal'", and "Medieval Times: The Making of "Army of Darkness"".