Jorge R. Gutierrez
Biography
Jorge R. Gutierrez is a Mexican animator, writer, producer, director, and voice actor born on January 25, 1975, in Mexico City, Mexico. He is known for his work in the animation industry, with a total of 37 credits. Gutierrez co-created the Nicktoon El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera, co-wrote and directed The Book of Life, and wrote and directed the limited series Maya and the Three for Netflix Animation. He also co-created El Tigre with his wife, Sandra Equihua, and wrote and directed the Annie and Emmy Award-winning limited series Maya and the Three.
Career overview
Jorge R. Gutierrez is a Mexican animator and director. He has directed several projects, including the Annie and Emmy Award-winning Nicktoon El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera, which he co-created with his wife. Gutierrez also co-wrote and directed the Annie Award-winning film The Book of Life, which was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film. Additionally, he wrote and directed the Annie and Emmy nominated Son of Jaguar VR short for Google.
Gutierrez has also directed the Annie and Emmy Award-winning limited series Maya and the Three for Netflix Animation. His work in animation has earned him recognition and accolades, including multiple Annie and Emmy Awards. Gutierrez's directing credits span various projects, with a total of 37 known credits. He was born in Mexico City, Mexico, on January 25, 1975.
As a director, Gutierrez has demonstrated his versatility and skill in creating engaging animated content. His work has been recognized by the animation industry, with multiple awards and nominations. Gutierrez's directing credits showcase his ability to bring imaginative stories to life, and his contributions to the world of animation continue to be celebrated.
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Full Filmography
73 titles- The Bad Guys 2 (2025) as Lucha Spectator (voice)
- Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires (2025) as Jefe Toltecatzin (voice)
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) as El Guapo (Judá) (voice)
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) Writer
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) Executive Producer
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) Character Designer
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) Casting Director
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) Production Design
- El Guapo Vs. The Narco Vampires (2025) Creator
- The Casagrandes Movie (2024) as Felipe the Street Vendor (voice)
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) as Additional Voices (voice)
- Pencils vs Pixels (2023) as Self
- Lucky Brave's Sunshine (2023) Executive Producer
- The Ten Commandments of Banquet Serving (2023) Thanks
- Battle Kitty (2022) Thanks
- Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters (2022) as Self
- Star Trek: Prodigy (2021) as Dr. K'Ruvang (voice)
- Maya and the Three (2021) as King Teca (voice)
- Maya and the Three (2021) Writer
- Maya and the Three (2021) Director
- Maya and the Three (2021) Executive Producer
- Maya and the Three (2021) Creator
- We the People (2021) Director
- Animaniacs (2020) as Diego Rivera (voice)
- Klaus (2019) Thanks
- Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2018) as Ghostbear (voice)
- Son of Jaguar (2017)
- Son of Jaguar (2017) Writer
- Son of Jaguar (2017) Director
- The Adventures of Puss in Boots (2015) Executive Consultant
- Wicked Flying Monkeys (2015) Screenplay
- Wicked Flying Monkeys (2015) Story
- Wicked Flying Monkeys (2015) Character Designer
- The Adventures of Chuy (2015) as The Butcher
- The Adventures of Chuy (2015) Director
- The Book of Life (2014) as Skeleton Carmelo (voice)
- The Book of Life (2014) Director
- The Book of Life (2014) Writer
- The Book of Life (2014) Additional Music
- The Book of Life (2014) Playback Singer
- The Book of Life (2014) Character Designer
- Carmen Got Expelled! (2010) Storyboard
- Carmen Got Expelled! (2010) Writer
- Carmen Got Expelled! (2010) Creator
- Carmen Got Expelled! (2010) Character Designer
- Carmen Got Expelled! (2010) Director
- Out of the Inkwell: The Fleischer Story (2008) as Himself
- El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera (2007) Creator
- Brandy & Mr. Whiskers (2004) Writer
- ChalkZone (2002) Production Design
- ChalkZone (2002) Character Designer
- Timber Wolf (2001) Production Design
- Carmelo (2000) as Carmelo's Father (voice)
- Carmelo (2000) Director
- Carmelo (2000) Writer
- El Macho (2000) as El Macho (voice)
- El Macho (2000) Director
- El Macho (2000) Writer
- El Macho (2000) Character Designer
- El Macho (2000) Creator
- Macho Banana (1998) Screenplay
- Macho Banana (1998) Director
- The Simpsons (1989) as 'Jarabe Tapatío' singer (voice)
- I, Chihuahua as Tony Tijuana (voice)
- I, Chihuahua Screenplay
- I, Chihuahua Director
- I, Chihuahua Producer
- I, Chihuahua Story
- TEZUKA! God of Manga as Lui-même
- Speedy Gonzales Director
- La Venganza Rodríguez Director
- Hand-Drawn: Documentary as Self
- Kung Fu Space Punch Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jorge R. Gutierrez best known for?
Jorge R. Gutierrez is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Bad Guys 2 (2025), Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires (2025), Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023), Star Trek: Prodigy (2021).
When and where was Jorge R. Gutierrez born?
Jorge R. Gutierrez was born on January 25, 1975 in Mexico City, Mexico.
How many credits does Jorge R. Gutierrez have?
Jorge R. Gutierrez has accumulated over 73 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2025.
What is Jorge R. Gutierrez's background in cinema and television?
Jorge R. Gutierrez is a Mexican animator, writer, producer, director, and voice actor born on January 25, 1975, in Mexico City, Mexico. He is known for his work in the animation industry, with a total of 37 credits. Gutierrez co-created the Nicktoon El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera, co-wrote and directed The Bo...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Animaniacs (2020) as Diego Rivera (voice) — aged about 45
- Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) as Additional Voices (voice) — aged about 48
- The Simpsons (1989) as 'Jarabe Tapatío' singer (voice) — aged about 14
- Maya and the Three (2021) as King Teca (voice) — aged about 46
- Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires (2025) as Jefe Toltecatzin (voice) — aged about 50
- The Bad Guys 2 (2025) as Lucha Spectator (voice) — aged about 50
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