
Tommy Lister Jr.
ActingAbout Tommy Lister Jr.
Tommy "Tiny" Lister (born Thomas Lister, Jr.; June 24, 1958 – December 10, 2020) was a character actor and former wrestler best known for his role as the neighborhood bully Deebo in the Friday series of movies. He also had a short-lived professional wrestling career, wrestling Hulk Hogan in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) after appearing as "Zeus" in Hogan's movie No Holds Barred. Lister was blind in his right eye. Lister had numerous guest appearances in TV series, including playing Klaang (the first Klingon ever to make contact with humans, not counting Worf in Star Trek: First Contact) in the pilot episode of Star Trek: Enterprise. He also co-starred in an episode of the courtroom series Matlock as Mr. Matlock's in-prison bodyguard. Lister also appeared as Sancho in the music video for Sublime's song "Santeria". He was also in the video for Michael Jackson's song "Remember the Time". He also made a guest appearance in Austin Powers in Goldmember, as a prisoner in the Hard Knock Life spoof.
Tommy Lister Jr. Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tommy Lister Jr. reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tommy Lister Jr.'s work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Tommy Lister Jr.'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 Cheapest Movie Ever Made, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tommy Lister Jr. Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tommy Lister Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tommy Lister Jr. has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Tommy Lister Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tommy Lister Jr.?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tommy Lister Jr. is "The Cheapest Movie Ever Made" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Tommy Lister Jr. acted in?
Tommy Lister Jr. has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tommy Lister Jr.?
Other notable films include "On the Court", "Hulkamania 4", and "The Dark Knight".



