Tom Savini - Actor Profile

Tom Savini

Costume & Make-Up
Freshness: Jan 13, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 3, 1946
Birth Place: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

About Tom Savini

Thomas Vincent "Tom" Savini (born November 3, 1946) is an American actor, stuntman, director, award-winning special effects and makeup artist.  He is known for his work on the Living Dead films directed by George A. Romero, as well as Creepshow, The Burning, Friday the 13th, The Prowler, and Maniac. He directed the 1990 remake of Night of the Living Dead. Though officially retired from special effects, he has continued to direct, produce and star in several movies. Savini has been known to refer movie make-up effects projects to graduates of his school. He has appeared in films such as Dawn of the Dead (and its remake), From Dusk till Dawn, Grindhouse, and Machete.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tom Savini reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of Tom Savini's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 98% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tom Savini remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Zombie Jamboree, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tom Savini Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tom Savini's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tom Savini.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 Terrifier 3 Bystander Hit Similar →
2022 In Search of Darkness: Part III Self Super Hit Similar →
2021 Pandemonic Poem 1 Super Hit Similar →
2020 Zombies and Bikers Himself Super Hit Similar →
2020 Memories of Monroeville: Revisiting the 'Dawn of the Dead' Mall Himself Hit Similar →
2020 Tales of the Uncanny Self Hit Similar →
2020 In Search of Darkness: Part II Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 Cult of Terror Self - Make-up Designer Hit Similar →
2015 Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini Self Hit Similar →
2013 Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th Self Super Hit Similar →
2012 Django Unchained Tracker Super Hit Similar →
2012 Horrorween Killer Super Hit Similar →
2012 The Perks of Being a Wallflower Mr. Callahan Super Hit Similar →
2011 Nightmare Factory Self Hit Similar →
2011 Underground Entertainment: The Movie Interrupting Tom Hit Similar →
2010 His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th Self Hit Similar →
2009 The Shark Is Still Working Self Hit Similar →
2008 Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX Self Hit Similar →
2008 He Who Made Monsters: The Life and Art of Jack Pierce Self Super Hit Similar →
2007 Loaded Dice The Bishop Hit Similar →
2007 Grindhouse Deputy Tolo (segment "Planet Terror") Hit Similar →
2007 Planet Terror Deputy Tolo Hit Similar →
2006 American Scary Himself Super Hit Similar →
2006 Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film Self Hit Similar →
2006 It Runs in the Family Himself Hit Similar →
2006 Flesh Wounds: Seven Stories of the Saw Self Hit Similar →
2006 Witch's Dungeon: 40 Years of Chills Self Super Hit Similar →
2005 After Effects: Memories of Pittsburgh Filmmaking Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Crystal Lake Victims Tell All Himself Super Hit Similar →
2004 The Friday the 13th Chronicles Self Super Hit Similar →
2004 Friday the 13th: From Crystal Lake to Manhattan (Crystal Lake Victims Tell All - Documentary) Self Hit Similar →
2004 The Dead Will Walk: The Making of Dawn of the Dead Himself Super Hit Similar →
2004 Creature Feature: 50 Years of the Gill-Man Self Hit Similar →
2004 Dawn of the Dead The County Sheriff Hit Similar →
2001 Dario Argento: An Eye for Horror Self Hit Similar →
2000 The American Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
1999 The Devil Ant Tom Savini Super Hit Similar →
1997 Halloween... The Happy Haunting of America! Self Super Hit Similar →
1996 From Dusk Till Dawn Sex Machine Hit Similar →
1993 Zombie Jamboree Himself Super Hit Similar →
1991 Dario Argento: Master of Horror Himself Hit Similar →
1990 Night of the Living Dead (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1989 Horror Effects: Hosted by Tom Savini Himself Hit Similar →
1986 Scream Greats, Vol.1: Tom Savini, Master of Horror Effects Himself Super Hit Similar →
1985 Day of the Dead Zombie with Scarf (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1982 Creepshow Garbage Man #2 (segment "Epilogue") Hit Similar →
1981 Document of the Dead Himself Hit Similar →
1980 Friday the 13th Knife Killer (uncredited) Average Similar →
1978 Dawn of the Dead Motorcycle Raider Super Hit Similar →
1978 Martin Arthur Hit Similar →

Tom Savini - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tom Savini?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tom Savini is "Zombie Jamboree" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Tom Savini acted in?

Tom Savini has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tom Savini?

Other notable films include "Pandemonic", "Crystal Lake Victims Tell All", and "Halloween... The Happy Haunting of America!".