Tom McGrath

Born:August 7, 1964

Place of Birth:Lynnwood, Washington, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Tom McGrath, born on August 7, 1965, is a talented American voice actor and animator who has left a significant mark on the world of animated films. Alongside Eric Darnell, he co-directed the beloved Madagascar franchise, starting with the original film in 2005 and its successful sequel, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa in 2008. McGrath's creative contributions extend beyond directing, as he has also lent his voice to various characters in DreamWorks animated features, such as Flushed Away and Shrek the Third.

Before achieving fame with Madagascar, McGrath honed his skills in both television and feature animation. His diverse portfolio includes work as an animator on Ralph Bakshi's Cool World and as a storyboard artist and director for the iconic series The Ren and Stimpy Show. McGrath's talent shone through in projects like Space Jam and Cats & Dogs, where his storyboard artistry added depth to the visual storytelling.

In Madagascar, McGrath not only co-directed the film but also voiced the fan-favorite character Skipper, the leader of the penguin squad. This role showcased his versatility as a creator, allowing him to bring to life a character that would become a standout in the franchise. His knack for storytelling and character development continued in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, where he reprised his role as Skipper and further solidified his place in the animation industry.

Beyond the Madagascar universe, McGrath's involvement in projects like The Penguins of Madagascar TV series and the animated feature Megamind demonstrated his ability to captivate audiences with his creative vision. His work as the voice of Skipper in The Penguins of Madagascar added depth to the character, while his directorial role in Megamind showcased his storytelling prowess alongside a star-studded cast.

Hailing from Lynnwood, Washington, McGrath's journey from a budding animator to a celebrated voice actor and director is a testament to his passion for storytelling and animation. With a career filled with iconic characters and memorable projects, Tom McGrath continues to enchant audiences with his creative genius and dedication to the world of animation.

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Filmography

Acting

Kung Fu Panda 4

Croc Crime Boss (voice)

2024

Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitioner for the spot and will encounter a villain called the Chameleon who conjures villains from the past.

Madagascar

Skipper / Fossa / Panicky Man on Subway (voice)

2005

Four animal friends get a taste of the wild life when they break out of captivity at the Central Park Zoo and wash ashore on the island of Madagascar.

Megamind

Lord Scott / Prison Guard (voice)

2010

After Megamind, a highly intelligent alien supervillain, defeats his long-time nemesis Metro Man, Megamind creates a new hero to fight, but must act to save the city when his "creation" becomes an even worse villain than he was.

Penguins of Madagascar

Skipper (voice)

2014

Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private join forces with undercover organization The North Wind to stop the villainous Dr. Octavius Brine from destroying the world as we know it.

Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted

Skipper / First Policeman (voice)

2012

Animal pals Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria are still trying to make it back to New York's Central Park Zoo. They are forced to take a detour to Europe to find the penguins and chimps who broke the bank at a Monte Carlo casino. When French animal-control officer Capitaine Chantel DuBois picks up their scent, Alex and company are forced to hide out in a traveling circus.

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa

Skipper / Lemur (voice)

2008

Alex, Marty, and other zoo animals find a way to escape from Madagascar when the penguins reassemble a wrecked airplane. The precariously repaired craft stays airborne just long enough to make it to the African continent. There the New Yorkers encounter members of their own species for the first time. Africa proves to be a wild place, but Alex and company wonder if it is better than their Central Park home.

Puss in Boots

Bar Thief (voice)

2011

Long before he even met Shrek, the notorious fighter, lover and outlaw Puss in Boots becomes a hero when he sets off on an adventure with the tough and street smart Kitty Softpaws and the mastermind Humpty Dumpty to save his town. This is the true story of The Cat, The Myth, The Legend... The Boots.

Monsters vs Aliens

Wilson (voice)

2009

When Susan Murphy is unwittingly clobbered by a meteor full of outer space gunk on her wedding day, she mysteriously grows to 49-feet-11-inches. The military jumps into action and captures Susan, secreting her away to a covert government compound. She is renamed Ginormica and placed in confinement with a ragtag group of Monsters...

The Boss Baby: Family Business

Dr. Tiffany Hamilton (voice)

2021

The Templeton brothers — Tim and his Boss Baby little bro Ted — have become adults and drifted away from each other. But a new boss baby with a cutting-edge approach and a can-do attitude is about to bring them together again … and inspire a new family business.

Flushed Away

Action Figure / Artist (voice)

2006

London high-society mouse, Roddy is flushed down the toilet by Sid, a common sewer rat. Hang on for a madcap adventure deep in the sewer bowels of Ratropolis, where Roddy meets the resourceful Rita, the rodent-hating Toad and his faithful thugs, Spike and Whitey.

Mr. Peabody & Sherman

Odysseus (voice)

2014

A young boy and his dog, who happens to have a genius-level IQ, spring into action when their time-machine is stolen and moments in history begin to be changed.

The Boss Baby

TV Chef (voice)

2017

A story about how a new baby's arrival impacts a family, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator, a wildly imaginative 7 year old named Tim.

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank

Additional Voices (voice)

2022

A hard-on-his-luck hound finds himself in a town full of cats in need of a hero to defend them from a ruthless villain's wicked plot to wipe their village off the map. With help from a reluctant mentor, our underdog must assume the role of town samurai and team up with the villagers to save the day.

The Madagascar Penguins in a Christmas Caper

Skipper (voice)

2005

During the holiday season, when the animals of the Central Park Zoo are preparing for Christmas, Private, the youngest of the penguins notices that the Polar Bear is all alone. Assured that nobody should have to spend Christmas alone, Private goes into the city for some last-minute Christmas shopping. Along the way, he gets stuffed into a stocking

Production

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Thanks

2022

Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: He has burned through eight of his nine lives, leaving him with only one life left. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives.

Madagascar

Writer

2005

Four animal friends get a taste of the wild life when they break out of captivity at the Central Park Zoo and wash ashore on the island of Madagascar.

The Croods: A New Age

Thanks

2020

Searching for a safer habitat, the prehistoric Crood family discovers an idyllic, walled-in paradise that meets all of its needs. Unfortunately, they must also learn to live with the Bettermans -- a family that's a couple of steps above the Croods on the evolutionary ladder. As tensions between the new neighbors start to rise, a new threat soon propels both clans on an epic adventure that forces them to embrace their differences, draw strength from one another, and survive together.

Megamind

Director

2010

Penguins of Madagascar

Executive Producer

2014

Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private join forces with undercover organization The North Wind to stop the villainous Dr. Octavius Brine from destroying the world as we know it.

Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted

Characters

2012

Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

Thanks

2023

Ruby Gillman, a sweet and awkward high school student, discovers she's a direct descendant of the warrior kraken queens. The kraken are sworn to protect the oceans of the world against the vain, power-hungry mermaids. Destined to inherit the throne from her commanding grandmother, Ruby must use her newfound powers to protect those she loves most.

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa

Writer

2008

Sausage Party

Thanks

2016

Hot dog Frank leads a group of supermarket products on a quest to discover the truth about their existence and what really happens when they become chosen to leave the grocery store.

The Boss Baby: Family Business

Story

2021

Trolls World Tour

Thanks

2020

Queen Poppy and Branch make a surprising discovery — there are other Troll worlds beyond their own, and their distinct differences create big clashes between these various tribes. When a mysterious threat puts all of the Trolls across the land in danger, Poppy, Branch, and their band of friends must embark on an epic quest to create harmony among the feuding Trolls to unite them against certain doom.

Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie

Thanks

2017

Based on the bestselling book series, this outrageous comedy tells the story of George and Harold, two overly imaginative pranksters who hypnotize their principal into thinking he’s an enthusiastic, yet dimwitted, superhero named Captain Underpants.

The Boss Baby

Director

2017

A story about how a new baby's arrival impacts a family, told from the point of view of a delightfully unreliable narrator, a wildly imaginative 7 year old named Tim.