Tom Savini
Date of birth: 1946-11-03
Place of birth: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Known for: Costume & Make-Up
Also known as: トム・サヴィーニ, تام ساوینی, Том Савіні, Томас Вінсент Савіні, Thomas Vincent Savini, Tom Savini
Biography
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.
Movie Credits
Il museo degli orrori di Dario Argento
2022-12-02
Newly edited version of Luigi Cozzi's 1997 documentary "Il mondo di Dario Argento 3: Il museo degli
Dawn of the Dead
1978-09-02
During an ever-growing epidemic of zombies that have risen from the dead, two Philadelphia SWAT team
Dawn of the Dead
2004-03-19
A group of survivors take refuge in a shopping mall after the world is taken over by aggressive, fle
From Dusk Till Dawn
1996-01-19
After kidnapping a father and his two kids, the Gecko brothers head south to a seedy Mexican bar to
The History of Metal and Horror
2021-09-17
A documentary that explores the history of heavy metal music, horror films, and how the two genres h
Friday the 13th
1980-05-09
Camp counselors are stalked and murdered by an unknown assailant while trying to reopen a summer cam
Eyes Are Upon You
1997-01-01
A pair of down on their luck friends in debt to the mob, find that a demented mafia hitman is the le
Knightriders
1981-04-10
A medieval reenactment troupe struggles to maintain its family-like dynamic amid pressure from local
Land of the Dead
2005-06-18
The living dead have taken over the world, and the remaining humans live in a walled city to protect
Machete
2010-09-01
After being set-up and betrayed by the man who hired him to assassinate a Texas Senator, an ex-Feder
Cult of Terror
2017-10-14
A journey of years through many countries and film festivals; a nostalgic, adrenaline-fueled and roc
In Search of Darkness: Part III
2022-11-25
The conclusion to the ‘In Search of Darkness’ '80s trilogy. In this epic final chapter, our focus tu
Martin
1978-05-10
A young man, convinced he's a vampire, goes to live with his elderly and hostile cousin in a small P
Zombiegeddon
2003-07-12
These zombies are a human-like race created by Satan. When the "zombie-looking freaks" begin taking
Vicious
2003-12-30
A normal camping trip becomes a fight for survival for four friends when they encounter a mysterious
Maniac
1980-05-10
A psychotic man, troubled by his childhood abuse, kills and mutilates young women and local models o
Innocent Blood
1992-09-25
Marie is a vampire with a thirst for bad guys. When she fails to properly dispose of one of her vict
The Dead Matter
2010-07-30
Tells the story of a vampire relic with occult powers that falls into the hands of a grief-stricken
Web of Darkness
2001-06-10
Julie is a vampire fanatic. When her boyfriend Mike turns her on to a new website that boasts a clan
The Absence of Light
2006-08-04
When a scientist discovers the possibility of the meaning of life, two shadowy organizations learn o
The Monster Man
2001-05-01
It's the year 2210 and the world has been wiped out by a virus let loose on mankind by an alien race
Children of the Living Dead
2001-06-11
Starting a new life in a quiet Pennsylvania town, Matthew Michaels only thought is to turn an old fa
Lost Boys: The Tribe
2008-07-29
Surfing vampires hit the waves, rule the night and seek fresh blood, and the new girl in town may be
Halloween... The Happy Haunting of America!
1997-01-01
This documentary on Halloween visits haunted houses around the U.S. and presents interviews with hor
Forest of the Damned
2005-05-13
A group of friends go on a roadtrip and come to a stop in a forest where legend has it a group of na
The Dead Will Walk: The Making of Dawn of the Dead
2004-09-07
Feature documentary which profiles both the 1978 film and the career of director George A. Romero, i
The World’s End: The Legacy of 'Day of the Dead'
2013-09-17
A new, feature-length documentary, filmed for the Special Edition Scream Factory Blu-Ray Release of
Witch's Dungeon: 40 Years of Chills
2006-01-01
A look behind the scenes at Cortlandt Hull's "The Witch's Dungeon," a movie-themed Halloween attract
Two Evil Eyes
1990-01-25
A duo of Edgar Allan Poe adaptations about a greedy wife's attempt to embezzle her dying husband's f
Zombie Jamboree
1993-10-01
A documentary on the Zombie Jamboree, the 25th Anniversary of Night of the Living Dead convention th
Zombiemania
2008-01-03
The evolution of the zombie from its roots in Haitian voodoo to its coveted role as the world's most
Taste the Blood of Martin
2023-02-25
Feature length documentary taking a look at the making of George A. Romero's MARTIN.
Pandemonic
2021-11-20
The movie that never got made is a story about a man who is willing to risk anything for the next ru
Fantastic Flesh: The Art of Make-Up EFX
2008-10-07
This documentary delves into the art of make-up effects with industry legends Dick Smith, Rob Bottin
Creepshow
1982-11-10
Five grisly tales from a 1950s-style comic, including a murdered father rising from beyond, a bizarr
Creepshow 2
1987-05-01
Three macabre tales from the latest issue of a boy's favorite comic book, dealing with a vengeful wo
Blood, Boobs & Beast
2007-05-03
A look at the works and life of the late, great Don Dohler.
Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
2006-10-13
This historical and critical look at slasher films, which includes dozens of clips, begins with Hall
Time Warp Vol. 2: Horror and Sci-Fi
2020-05-19
The greatest cult horror and science fiction films of all-time are studied in vivid detail in the se
The Ripper
1985-11-01
An old antique ring turns a college professor into a homicidal maniac when he puts it on. The ring o
Effects
1979-04-01
Some crew members of a company shooting a horror film begin to suspect that the "killings" in the mo
Scream Greats, Vol.1: Tom Savini, Master of Horror Effects
1986-01-01
A documentary detailing the career of makeup artist Tom Savini, including clips from the various mov
Beyond the Wall of Sleep
2006-06-06
Joe Slaader is a mysterious mountain man being held in the Ulster County Asylum after the brutal mur
The Shark Is Still Working
2009-05-02
After three decades, Jaws continues to intrigue, thrill and frighten viewers. This documentary focus
Machete Kills
2013-09-12
Ex-Federale agent Machete is recruited by the President of the United States for a mission which wou
After Effects: Memories of Pittsburgh Filmmaking
2005-10-25
A documentary that looks back at the making of a "lost" movie made by an enterprising group of Pitts
It's My Party and I'll Die If I Want To
2007-09-15
Some 70 years after Jacob Burkitt snapped and killed his entire family, thrill-seeking teens crash t
Sea of Dust
2008-10-07
Beyond the Black Forest, in the fairytale village of Heidelberg, an unspeakable evil has taken root.
Robin Hood: Ghosts of Sherwood
2012-11-09
After selling his soul to a sorceress Robin is killed in battle. Distraught over these horrific turn
Flesh Wounds: Seven Stories of the Saw
2006-09-26
A multi-storied look into the making of and long-lasting success of THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE.
Death from Above
2012-08-06
Thule finds an ancient amulet, and gets possessed by an underworld demon that needs 3 additional amu
Stephen King's World of Horror
1986-01-01
A documentary about the works of novelist Stephen King and his influence on popular culture and his
The 4th Reich
The chilling realities of Hitler's true intentions are exposed, to create a force that can never be
The Many Days of Day of the Dead
2003-08-19
Documentary of the making of George A. Romero's zombie classic Day of the Dead.
Dead Meat Walking: A Zombie Walk Documentary
2014-01-28
A real-life zombie epidemic is spreading. Inspired by the increasing popularity of zombie movies and
Doc of the Dead
2014-03-10
The definitive zombie culture documentary, brought to the screen by the makers of THE PEOPLE vs. GEO
Spooktacular!
2023-09-23
The origin story of America's first horror theme park and the thrilling journey of its founder. Davi
Nightmare Factory
2011-10-27
The story of how one Pittsburgh boy’s fascination with monsters drove him to the very top of the Hol
Heartstopper
1989-10-22
A physician who was hanged during the American Revolution for being a vampire is resurrected. He con
Friday the 13th: From Crystal Lake to Manhattan (Crystal Lake Victims Tell All - Documentary)
2004-10-05
Behind-the-scenes featurette detailing the production of the 'Friday The 13th' movies.
That's a Wrap
2023-08-25
A film cast arrives at a wrap party, but someone has dressed up as the slasher in the movie and begi
He Who Made Monsters: The Life and Art of Jack Pierce
2008-07-09
Tribute to Universal make-up artist Jack Pierce who created some of the studio's most famous works i
Crystal Lake Victims Tell All
2004-10-05
Behind the scenes of Friday the 13th.
Secrets Galore Behind the Gore
2004-10-05
Behind the scenes of Friday the 13th.
The Friday the 13th Chronicles
2004-10-05
Behind-the-scenes featurette detailing the production of the 'Friday The 13th' movies.
Cool As Hell
2013-02-19
From the makers of Hack Job and I Spill Your Guts! Rich and Benny have always had trouble with the l
Night of the Living Dead
1990-10-19
In this remake of the classic 1968 film, a group of people are trapped inside a farmhouse as legions
Day of the Dead
1985-07-03
As the world is overrun by zombies, scientists and military personnel in an underground Florida bunk
Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini
2015-10-16
Tom Savini is one of the greatest special effects legends in the history of cinema, but little is kn
Zack and Miri Make a Porno
2008-09-18
Lifelong platonic friends Zack and Miri look to solve their respective cash-flow problems by making
Special Report: Zombie Invasion
2004-10-26
A selection of news reports chronicling the outbreak of the zombie epidemic experienced in Dawn of t
The American Nightmare
2000-09-11
An examination into the nature of 1960's-70's horror films, the involved artists, and how they refle
Dario Argento: An Eye for Horror
2001-04-15
Documentary that explores Argento's film career.
The Boy Who Loved Trolls
1984-10-29
Paul feels life should be an adventure, and sets out on one to prove that Trolls really exist.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
2012-09-20
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1991. High school freshman Charlie is a wallflower, always watching life f
Drive-In Madness!
1987-01-02
A compilation of trailers and previews from classic low-budget sci-fi and horror films.
Just Desserts: The Making of 'Creepshow'
2007-10-22
Details the making of Stephen King & George A. Romero's 1982 horror anthology classic, from conc
Spooky World
1994-10-31
A tour of the Spooky World Amusement Park, located in Berlin, Massachusetts.
Unearthed
2004-08-14
When a young archaeology professor's team discovers a time warping alien artifact, she becomes the k
The Sadist
2015-06-26
A combat veteran, with serious psychological damage, stalks campers and hunters in the woods.
Django Unchained
2012-12-25
With the help of a German bounty hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal Mis
Creature Feature: 50 Years of the Gill-Man
2004-04-13
First surfacing in 1954, the Gill-Man from CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON has been one of the most i
Terrifier 3
2024-10-09
Five years after surviving Art the Clown's Halloween massacre, Sienna and Jonathan are still struggl
It Runs in the Family
2006-10-10
Using interviews with the cast & crew and rarely seen home video footage, IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY cove
Horror Effects: Hosted by Tom Savini
1989-01-01
Tom Savini has served as a makeup artist for some of Hollywood's most terrifying -- and disgusting -
The Theatre Bizarre
2011-07-15
Down a seedy city street in her neighborhood, young Enola Penny is obsessed with what appears to be
I Heart Monster Movies
2012-10-12
Documentary about horror fans
Mr. Stitch
1995-11-20
Doctor Rue Wakeman and his team create a young man with skin and organs taken from other men and wom
Ted Bundy
2002-08-02
Seattle, 1974. Ted Bundy gives into his violent passions and embarks on a cross country killing spre
UnConventional
2004-10-01
Halloween 2003 marked the 13th anniversary of the Chiller Theatre Horror Movie Convention ... but th
Death 4 Told
2004-05-13
Four horror stories occur in sequence connected by time and space. The first deals with a writer and
Z-TV
1989-01-01
"Z TV" was intended as a weekly half hour show, with a focus on all that was current in the world of
Dario Argento: Master of Horror
1991-01-01
A documentary about the films of Italian horror director Dario Argento. Included are clips from many
Grindhouse
2007-04-06
Grindhouse combines Robert Rodriguez's Planet Terror, a horror comedy about a group of survivors who
The Demolitionist
1995-03-09
A murdered police officer is brought back to life by a cold-hearted scientist to serve as "The Demol
Clapboard Jungle: Surviving the Independent Film Business
2020-03-26
Following five years in the life and career of independent filmmaker Justin McConnell, this document
Document of the Dead
1981-01-19
A documentary about George A. Romero's films, with a behind scenes look at Dawn of the Dead.
Redd Inc.
2012-11-03
Six captive office workers are literally chained to their desks by a demented, escaped serial killer
The World of Dario Argento 3: Museum of Horrors
1997-01-01
Documentary about Dario Argento, "Profondo Rosso" shop in Rome, and most important works throughout
American Scary
2006-10-21
A fond remembrance of and tribute to the uniquely American institution of the horror movie host.
His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th
2010-04-20
A retrospective documentary about the groundbreaking horror series, Friday the 13th, featuring inter
Nightmare City
When a mysterious virus spreads from Haiti to Miami turning people into terrifying, bloodthirsty cre
Planet Terror
2007-04-06
Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounde
Horrorween
2012-10-26
Some young entrepreneurs strike it rich and then move into a high class neighborhood. They try to im
Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter
1984-04-13
After his revival in a hospital morgue, Jason fixes his vengeful attention on the Jarvis family and
Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th
2013-09-13
Taking inspiration from Peter M. Bracke's definitive book of the same name, this seven-hour document
Underground Entertainment: The Movie
2011-06-06
On the 20th anniversary of their edgy little 90's cable show Underground Entertainment, the authors,
Diary of the Dead
2007-05-26
A group of young filmmakers encounter real zombies while filming a horror movie of their own.
Blood Bath
2002-12-01
In Search of Darkness: Part II
2020-10-06
The ultimate ‘80s Horror retrospective just got BIGGER. In Search of Darkness: Part II is a four-hou
Wishmaster
1997-09-19
The Djinn, having been released from his ancient prison, seeks to capture the soul of the woman who
Blood 'n Fire Memories with Tom Savini
2007-07-28
A reflection on the making of the cult classic slasher The Burning with master of gore Tom Savini.
Tales of the Uncanny
2020-10-31
A detailed look at the history of horror anthology films.
The Death Dealer
2010-10-26
Tom Savini discusses the kills and FX of the film Maniac (1980).
Two Masters' Eyes
2003-04-29
This documentary features interviews with directors Dario Argento and George Romero, Special Make-Up
An Experiment in Fear: The Making of Monkey Shines
2014-11-18
Documentary about the making of George A. Romero's Monkey Shines.
Zombies and Bikers
2020-11-16
Documentary released with Second Sight Films' Dawn of the Dead restoration featuring John Amplas, Ro
Memories of Monroeville: Revisiting the 'Dawn of the Dead' Mall
2020-11-16
A tour of 'Dawn of the Dead's Monroeville mall with Michael Gornick, Tom Savini, Tom Dubensky and Ta
Loaded Dice
2007-05-09
Zane is a down-and-out gambler who’s in over his head. With just thirty-six hours to repay his debt,
The Dead Walk: Remaking a Classic
1999-01-01
Documentary about the making of "Night of the Living Dead" (1990) featuring interviews with director
Scream and Scream Again: A History of the Slasher Film
2000-10-28
Documentary tracing the rise of the 'slasher' movie.
Quentin Tarantino: From a Movie Buff to a Hollywood Legend
2021-01-02
Who has ever compared Reservoir Dogs? What are “Open Road” and “New World Disorder”? Why is Harvey K
Saturday Nightmares: The Ultimate Horror Expo of All Time!
2010-10-22
Stever gets up close and personal with many of the talented filmmakers and stars in exclusive backst
The FX of Dawn
2020-11-16
Tom Savini talks about the creation of the special effects of George A. Romero's "Dawn of the Dead".
Tattoos: A Scarred History
2009-06-21
An exploration of how the once taboo art form has become socially acceptable.
The Phantom of the Opera: Unmasking the Masterpiece
2013-05-17
An in-depth look at the Lon Chaney Sr. horror classic and other "Phantom" films.
Queens of the Dead
2025-10-24
When a zombie apocalypse breaks out in Brooklyn on the night of a giant warehouse party, an eclectic
The Devil Ant
1999-01-01
A barrel of radioactive waste dumped by a careless mad scientist turns an ordinary ant into the Fear
Friday's Legacy: Horror Conventions
2009-02-03
Documentary covering the legacy of 'Friday the 13th' at horror conventions.
Spooky World
1994-10-31
A tour of the Spooky World Amusement Park, located in Berlin, Massachusetts.
Legacy of Screams: The Evolution of Horror Movies
2025-11-21
Dive into 60 minutes of blood, bravado and brilliant scares as we trace the evolution of horror cine
Chill Factor: House Call
2004-08-24
In poor and lonely farm country, a woman calls a doctor out to make a house call on her strangly-ail