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Doug Jones (born May 24, 1960) is an American actor, contortionist, and mime artist. He is best known for performing in character roles, often portraying non-human creatures, usually via heavy make-up and visual effects. He has most notably collaborated with acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, appearing in the films Mimic (1997), Hellboy (2004), Pan's Labyrinth (2006), Hellboy II: The Golden Army (2008), Crimson Peak (2015), and The Shape of Water (2017). Jones has also had roles in other films, including Hocus Pocus (1993) and its sequel (2022), Tank Girl (1995), The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (2005), Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007), Absentia (2011), Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016), and The Bye Bye Man (2017). He has appeared in the science fiction series Falling Skies (2013-15) and del Toro's horror series The Strain (2014-16). From 2017 to 2024, he portrayed Saru in the science fiction series Star Trek: Discovery. From 2019 to 2023, he portrayed Baron Afanas in the vampire comedy show What We Do in the Shadows, appearing both with and without creature makeup. Description above from the Wikipedia article Doug Jones, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
A stop motion animated adaptation of L. Frank Baum's iconic story and remake of the legendary 1939 film produced by Laika studios in collaboration with Guillermo del Toro. A young farm girl is swept away by a devastating tornado from her Kansas home and lands in a vibrant, magical realm. Desperate to return to her family, she embarks on a perilous journey down a golden road toward the mysterious Wizard of Oz, who promises to grant her wish. Along the way, she befriends three unlikely companions: a scarecrow seeking a brain, a tin man yearning for a heart, and a cowardly lion desperate for courage. Together, they navigate enchanted forests, encounter the terrifying Wicked Witch of the West, and discover that the greatest magic lies within themselves. This stop-motion reimagining brings Baum's timeless tale to life with stunning artistry and emotional depth, exploring themes of self-discovery, friendship, and the power of believing in oneself.
