‘Get Me Doug Jones’ Documentary Will Explore In-Demand Creature Actor

Doug Jones is including “documentary subject” to his prolonged resume, which incorporates pivotal creature roles in Pan’s LabyrinthThe Shape of Water, Hellboy, Hocus Pocus, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer“What We Do in the Shadows,” “Star Trek: Discovery,” and extra.

Get Me Doug Jones goals to discover how an actor and mime went from humble beginnings within the American Midwest to turning into one in all Hollywood’s most wanted performers relating to creating improbable creatures in full physique make-up & costumes.

Currently in manufacturing, the in-depth doc will showcase the unbelievable life that Jones has lived, not solely specializing in his iconic profession, but in addition on the deeply private relationships he has held with household, associates, and followers.

Interviews have already been filmed with Hocus Pocus‘ Bette Midler, David Kirschner, & Tony Gardner; hellboy‘s Ron Perlman, Mike Mignola, & Mike Elizalde; “What We Do in the Shadows’” Harvey Guillen; “Star Trek: Discovery’s” Sonequa Martin-Green, Anthony Rapp, David Ajala, & Jayne Brook“Falling Skies’” Noah Wyleand extra.

They’ve additionally spoken to TaMara Carlson Woodard (“The Mandalorian”), Douglas Tait (Freddy vs. Jason), Dane DiLiegro (Prey), Trevor Newlin (Alien: Romulus), Jason Liles (Godzilla: King of the Monsters), and movie historical past Leonard Maltintogether with Jones’ household, associates, and followers from around the globe.

The documentary is directed by William Conlin (Making Apes: The Artists Who Changed Film), with Jones’ look supervisor Derek Maki (Aliens Expanded) serving as govt producer.

Due out in 2027, Get Me Doug Jones is at the moment elevating funds on Kickstarter. Rewards embody early copies of the movie, unique merchandise, signed memorabilia, and extra.