Tommy Swerdlow
Biography
Tommy Swerdlow, also known as Tom Swerdlow, is a male film professional known for his work in writing, acting, and directing. His known credits include 18 film and television items according to database records. As an actor, he appeared in films such as Howard the Duck in 1986 and Spaceballs in 1987. Transitioning to writing, he co-wrote the screenplays for the feature films Cool Runnings in 1993, Little Giants in 1994, and Snow Dogs in 2002. In 2017, Swerdlow made his directorial debut with the feature film A Thousand Junkies.
Career overview
Tommy Swerdlow is known for his work in the film industry as an actor, screenwriter, and director. His acting credits include appearances in the 1986 film Howard the Duck and the 1987 film Spaceballs. In addition to his on-screen appearances, he has established a career as a screenwriter, contributing to the screenplays for several notable feature films. He co-wrote the screenplay for the 1993 film Cool Runnings, followed by the 1994 film Little Giants and the 2002 film Snow Dogs.
Expanding his work behind the camera, Swerdlow made his directorial debut with the 2017 feature film A Thousand Junkies, for which he also served as a writer. Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, his known credits span writing and performance roles across multiple cinematic projects.
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Full Filmography
23 titles- Doc of Chucky (2024) as Self
- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) Story
- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) Screenplay
- The Grinch (2018) Screenplay
- A Thousand Junkies (2017) as Tommy
- A Thousand Junkies (2017) Writer
- A Thousand Junkies (2017) Producer
- A Thousand Junkies (2017) Director
- Snow Dogs (2002) Screenplay
- Anastasia (1997) Writer
- Bushwhacked (1995) Screenplay
- The Fifteen Minute Hamlet (1995) as King
- Little Giants (1994) Screenplay
- Cool Runnings (1993) Screenplay
- Child's Play (1988) as Jack Santos
- Blueberry Hill (1988) as Ray Porter
- Spaceballs (1987) as Troop Leader
- Hamburger Hill (1987) as Pvt. Martin Bienstock
- Sledge Hammer! (1986) as Rusty Vulture
- Howard the Duck (1986) as Ginger Moss
- Real Genius (1985) as Bodie
- The Wild Life (1984) as Dork
- All The Kids Do It (1984) as Denny
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What movies or TV shows is Tommy Swerdlow best known for?
Tommy Swerdlow is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022), Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022), The Grinch (2018), Snow Dogs (2002).
How many credits does Tommy Swerdlow have?
Tommy Swerdlow has accumulated over 23 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2024.
What is Tommy Swerdlow's background in cinema and television?
Tommy Swerdlow, also known as Tom Swerdlow, is a male film professional known for his work in writing, acting, and directing. His known credits include 18 film and television items according to database records. As an actor, he appeared in films such as Howard the Duck in 1986 and Spaceballs in 1987. Transitioning to w...
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