Tom McCarthy

Born:7. júna 1966

Place of Birth:New Providence, New Jersey, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Tom McCarthy, born in 1966, is a versatile American actor, writer, and director known for his impressive body of work in both film and television. With a career spanning over decades, McCarthy has captivated audiences with his performances in iconic movies like "Meet the Parents" and "Good Night, and Good Luck." His talent also shines through in television shows such as "The Wire," "Boston Public," and "Law & Order," showcasing his range and versatility as an actor.

In addition to his acting prowess, McCarthy has garnered widespread acclaim for his work behind the camera. As a writer and director, he has made a significant impact on the independent film scene with projects like "The Station Agent," "The Visitor," and "Win Win." His storytelling abilities and unique perspective have earned him praise from critics and audiences alike, solidifying his reputation as a multi-talented artist in the industry.

Currently based in Manhattan, McCarthy continues to push boundaries and challenge himself creatively in his craft. His dedication to his work is evident in the depth and complexity he brings to each character he portrays on screen, as well as in the compelling narratives he weaves in his directorial projects. McCarthy's commitment to authenticity and emotional truth resonates with viewers, making him a standout talent in the entertainment world.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, McCarthy's personal interests and pursuits add another layer to his intriguing persona. As the silent partner in a successful chain of Papaya Dogs in the greater metropolitan area, he demonstrates his entrepreneurial spirit and diverse range of talents outside of the entertainment industry. This entrepreneurial endeavor showcases his ability to excel in various fields and highlights his dynamic nature as a creative individual.

With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, McCarthy continues to leave a lasting impact on audiences through his work. His contributions to both film and television have solidified his status as a respected figure in the industry, earning him accolades and recognition for his exceptional talent. As he navigates the ever-evolving landscape of entertainment, McCarthy remains a force to be reckoned with, captivating audiences with his performances and captivating narratives that resonate on a profound level.

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Filmografia

Herectvo

2012

Gordon Silberman

2009

Dr. Adrian Helmsley, part of a worldwide geophysical team investigating the effect on the earth of radiation from unprecedented solar storms, learns that the earth's core is heating up. He warns U.S. President Thomas Wilson that the crust of the earth is becoming unstable and that without proper preparations for saving a fraction of the world's population, the entire race is doomed. Meanwhile, writer Jackson Curtis stumbles on the same information. While the world's leaders race to build "arks" to escape the impending cataclysm, Curtis struggles to find a way to save his family. Meanwhile, volcanic eruptions and earthquakes of unprecedented strength wreak havoc around the world.

Pixels

Michael the Robot

2015

Video game experts are recruited by the military to fight 1980s-era video game characters who've attacked New York.

Little Fockers

Dr. Bob

2010

It has taken 10 years, two little Fockers with wife Pam and countless hurdles for Greg to finally get in with his tightly wound father-in-law, Jack. After the cash-strapped dad takes a job moonlighting for a drug company, Jack's suspicions about his favorite male nurse come roaring back. When Greg and Pam's entire clan descends for the twins' birthday party, Greg must prove to the skeptical Jack that he's fully capable as the man of the house.

Meet the Parents

Dr. Bob Banks

2000

Greg Focker is ready to marry his girlfriend, Pam, but before he pops the question, he must win over her formidable father, humorless former CIA agent Jack Byrnes, at the wedding of Pam's sister. As Greg bends over backward to make a good impression, his visit to the Byrnes home turns into a hilarious series of disasters, and everything that can go wrong does, all under Jack's critical, hawklike gaze.

The Friend

Dr. Warren

2025

When a solitary writer adopts and bonds with a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend, she begins to come to terms with her past and her own creative inner life.

Michael Clayton

Waiter (voice)

2007

A law firm brings in its "fixer" to remedy the situation after a lawyer has a breakdown while representing a chemical company that he knows is guilty in a multi-billion dollar class action suit.

Good Night, and Good Luck.

Palmer Williams

2005

The story of journalist Edward R. Murrow's stand against Senator Joseph McCarthy's anti-communist witch-hunts in the early 1950s.

Flags of Our Fathers

James Bradley

2006

There were five Marines and one Navy Corpsman photographed raising the U.S. flag on Mt. Suribachi by Joe Rosenthal on February 23, 1945. This is the story of three of the six surviving servicemen - John 'Doc' Bradley, Pvt. Rene Gagnon and Pvt. Ira Hayes - who fought in the battle to take Iwo Jima from the Japanese.

Fair Game

Jeff

2010

A devoted wife and mother leads a secret life as a CIA agent until her husband’s article exposes a scandal, putting her identity and loved ones at risk. As her world crumbles, she must navigate the fallout of her double life.

Duplicity

Jeff Bauer

2009

Two romantically involved corporate spies team up to manipulate a race to corner the market on a medical innovation that will reap huge profits and allow them to lead an extravagant lifestyle together.

Produkcia

Up

Story

2009

Carl Fredricksen spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe and experiencing life to its fullest. But at age 78, life seems to have passed him by, until a twist of fate (and a persistent 8-year old Wilderness Explorer named Russell) gives him a new lease on life.

Spotlight

Director

2015

The true story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, shaking the entire Catholic Church to its core.

Christopher Robin

Screenplay

2018

Christopher Robin, the boy who had countless adventures in the Hundred Acre Wood, has grown up and lost his way. Now it’s up to his spirited and loveable stuffed animals, Winnie The Pooh, Tigger, Piglet, and the rest of the gang, to rekindle their friendship and remind him of endless days of childlike wonder and make-believe, when doing nothing was the very best something.

The Station Agent

Writer

2003

When his only friend dies, a man born with dwarfism moves to rural New Jersey to live a life of solitude, only to meet a chatty hot dog vendor and a woman dealing with her own personal loss.

The Cobbler

Writer

2014

Max Simkin repairs shoes in the same New York shop that has been in his family for generations. Disenchanted with the grind of daily life, Max stumbles upon a magical heirloom that allows him to step into the lives of his customers and see the world in a new way. Sometimes walking in another man's shoes is the only way one can discover who they really are.

Stillwater

Producer

2021

Bill Baker, an American oil-rig roughneck from Oklahoma, travels to Marseille to visit his estranged daughter, Allison, who is in prison for a murder she claims she did not commit. Confronted with language barriers, cultural differences, and a complicated legal system, Bill builds a new life for himself in France as he makes it his personal mission to exonerate his daughter.

The Visitor

Writer

2008

A college professor travels to New York City to attend a conference and finds a young couple living in his apartment.

Million Dollar Arm

Screenplay

2014

In a last-ditch effort to save his career, sports agent JB Bernstein dreams up a wild game plan to find Major League Baseball’s next great pitcher from a pool of cricket players in India. He soon discovers two young men who can throw a fastball but know nothing about the game of baseball. Or America. It’s an incredible and touching journey that will change them all — especially JB, who learns valuable lessons about teamwork, commitment and family.

Win Win

Producer

2011

When down-on-his-luck part-time high school wrestling coach Mike agrees to become legal guardian to an elderly man, his ward's troubled grandson turns out to be a star grappler, sparking dreams of a big win -- until the boy's mother retrieves him.