Tommy Chong

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

8.996

Gender

Male

Birthday

24-May-1938

Age

(86 years old)

Place of Birth

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Also Known As
  • Thomas Bing Kin Chong
  • Thomas B. Kin Chong

Tommy Chong

Biography

Tommy Chong (born May 24, 1938) is a Canadian-American comedian, actor and musician who is well-known for his stereotypical portrayals of hippie-era stoners. He is most widely known for his involvement in the marijuana-themed Cheech & Chong comedy movies with Cheech Marin, as well as playing the character Leo on Fox's That '70s Show.


Credits

Basketball Jones Basketball Jones (1974) Character: N/A
Basketball Jones is a 1974 animated short film based on the Cheech and Chong song. The cartoon was created to promote the song's release in the United States. It is about a teenager named Tyrone Shoelaces and his love of basketball.
The Canadian Conspiracy The Canadian Conspiracy (1986) Character: N/A
A mockumentary illustrating a supposed conspiracy to infiltrate American culture through employing Canadians in the U.S. entertainment industry.
Playboy Video Magazine: Volume 12 Playboy Video Magazine: Volume 12 (1987) Character: Self
The twelfth and final Playboy Video Magazine features video centerfold Ava Fabian, a comedy roast of Tommy Chong, a look back at classic sex symbol Marilyn Monroe, R-rated Candid Candid Camera skits featuring Allen Funt and Michelle Bauer, the erotic vignette "A Tale of Tail," a profile of model Ellen Stohl and much more.
Group Madness Group Madness (1983) Character: Self
A behind-the-scenes documentary of the making of 1983's Yellowbeard
The Real Michael Jackson The Real Michael Jackson (2020) Character: Self
Jacques Peretti goes back to Jackson’s beginnings, charting his rise and fall and seeking a fuller picture of this complex, contradictory character by exploring the clues that were missed.
Magnum Dopus: The Making of Jay and Silent Bob Reboot Magnum Dopus: The Making of Jay and Silent Bob Reboot (2020) Character: Self
A behind the scenes look at the making of Jay & Silent Bob Reboot.
A Song for Cesar: Beware a Movement That Sings A Song for Cesar: Beware a Movement That Sings (2021) Character: Self
Song for Cesar is a documentary film with a unique view of the life and legacy of Cesar Chavez and the farmworker movement. The film tells a previously untold story about the musicians and artists who dedicated their time, creativity and even reputations to peacefully advance Cesar Chavez's movement to gain equality and justice for America's suffering farmworkers.
High Times Potluck High Times Potluck (2003) Character: Tommy Chong
High Times' Pot Luck is an upbeat pot caper that centers around a mobster who discovers the magic of marijuana.
Hot Pink Horror: The Making of Color Out of Space Hot Pink Horror: The Making of Color Out of Space (2020) Character: N/A
Second unit director Jonas Govaerts interviews Stanley, principle cast, and the producers about the making of the film. Wonderfully structured, “Hot Pink Horror” takes the audience through why this story was selected, how Stanley became director, how Cage became involved, why they shot the film in Sintra, Portugal, and much more. Even though 20 minutes doesn’t seem like much, Govaerts packs such a great deal of details on production, both creative and technical, that it’s almost a bit like a mini film school. If you really dug Color Out of Space, this is the piece to dive into and enjoy.
AGFA Mystery Mixtape #4: Follow Your Own Star AGFA Mystery Mixtape #4: Follow Your Own Star (2020) Character: Self
Unleashed from the video vaults of the American Genre Film Archive (AGFA), AGFA MYSTERY MIXTAPE #4: FOLLOW YOUR OWN STAR is a brand new compilation of the most electrifying found footage mayhem that you’ll see this week. For this latest tape, our deep dive into behind-the-scenes horror is complemented by an even deeper dive into television from Dimension X.
Michael Jackson: The Legend Continues Michael Jackson: The Legend Continues (1988) Character: Self
Music documentary directed by Patrick T. Kelly.
Lennon or McCartney Lennon or McCartney (2014) Character: Self
550 artists were interviewed over ten years. At some point during those interviews, they were asked a question and told to answer with one word only. Some stuck to one, some said more, some answered quickly, some thought it through, and some didn't answer at all. That question… Lennon or McCartney?
The Tommy Chong Roast The Tommy Chong Roast (1986) Character: Himself
A "tribute" to comedian Tommy Chong, given to him by many of his fellow comedians.
The Ballad of Straw-Hat Sam The Ballad of Straw-Hat Sam (2024) Character: Bert, The Sword Salesman
When two unlikely friends embark on a journey to find the world's best bourbon, they encounter strangers, freaks, and a plethora of zany horrors that will leave them forever changed.
Comedy Club Shoot-out: Vol. 1 Comedy Club Shoot-out: Vol. 1 (2006) Character: Self
Buckle your seat belts and hang on for a rowdy ride with this stellar compilation of outstanding routines from many of today's most talented comedians, including Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, Drew Carey, Ellen DeGeneres and Bill Maher. Other top-notch comic talents appearing are Tommy Chong, Rob Schneider, Harry Shearer, Phil Hartman, David Spade, Dave Attell, John Mulrooney, Dennis Regan and Steve-O.
Life After Sex Life After Sex (1992) Character: N/A
A movie director has his eyes set on creating a film focusing on where sex fits into a relationship. While casting auditions for his newest film, he becomes enamored by a woman and learns more than he ever could have imagined regarding commitment. Is there "life" after sex?
Railroad to Hell: A Chinaman's Chance Railroad to Hell: A Chinaman's Chance (2008) Character: Deputy Tom
1870's America. A Chinese immigrant falsely accused of murdering a white woman is viciously hunted down; he'll have to prove his innocence in a time when people of color had "no legal rights" and could be bought and sold for a profit. Railroad to Hell: A Chinaman's Chance explores the exploitation of Chinese workers during the building of American railroads. The workers not only spent long hours, but the work was often dangerous and fatal. The Chinaman is a fugitive on the run, and all odds are against him. While stealing a horse was a hanging offense in the Old West, our fugitive knows that killing a Chinaman is not a crime.
The Follow-Up The Follow-Up (2020) Character: Self (archive footage)
Lonely. Scared. Insecure. But how's it going with you? Is this the first film to be made completely in quarantine? Possibly. 'The Follow-Up' is Ben Berman's follow up film to 'The Amazing Johnathan Documentary (Hulu 2019).
More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story More Than Miyagi: The Pat Morita Story (2021) Character: Self
The Oscar nominated actor best known for his role of Mr. Miyagi, left behind a painfully revealing autobiographical record of his much-too-brief time here on earth. Tracing his journey from being bed bound as a boy to the bright lights and discrimination in Hollywood. Deep inside that sweet, generous, multi-talented performer seethed an army of demons, that even alcohol and drugs couldn't mask.
Senior Trip Senior Trip (1995) Character: Red
While on detention, a group of misfits and slackers have to write a letter to the President explaining what is wrong with the education system. There is only one problem, the President loves it! Hence, the group must travel to Washington to meet the Main Man.
Still Smokin Still Smokin (1983) Character: Chong
Cheech & Chong are invited to a celebrity party in Amsterdam. When they get there, however, it turns out that the guy who invited them has taken off with all the money. They are actually expecting Burt Reynolds and Dolly Parton, so our heroes get to be Mr. Burt and Mr. Dolly.
Jay and Silent Bob Reboot Jay and Silent Bob Reboot (2019) Character: Alfred the Butler
Jay and Silent Bob embark on a cross-country mission to stop Hollywood from rebooting a film based on their comic book characters Bluntman and Chronic.
Nice Dreams Nice Dreams (1981) Character: Chong
Nice Dreams - it rhymes with ice creams. And that's what Cheech and Chong are selling in this thoroughly wacky comedy. The outrageous, permanently spaced-out duo sells enough of their "specially mixed" ice cream to take the cash and realize their fondest dreams: new guitars, islands in the sun and beautiful women. But, of course, not everything goes as planned. While celebrating their wealth in a new wave Chinese restaurant, Cheech meets his long-lost love Donna, and promptly escorts her to her posh penthouse. He soon learns, however, that Donna's boyfriend, an ex-con named Animal, is on his way to her boudoir. Meanwhile, Chong has unwittingly exchanged all their money for a worthless bank check - and the only way to get it back is to escape into a nearby insane asylum.
Cheech & Chong's Next Movie Cheech & Chong's Next Movie (1980) Character: Chong
Perennially stoned Cheech and Chong tear through the city of Los Angeles, causing trouble wherever they go. After Cheech loses his job, the two pot enthusiasts head to the welfare offices where Cheech's girlfriend, Donna, works. Instead of collecting unemployment, they find themselves thrown back on the streets, searching for a way to earn new income. But when Cheech's cousin, "Red" Mendoza, arrives, things get even crazier.
Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers Cheech & Chong's The Corsican Brothers (1984) Character: Corsican Brother
Two brothers who can feel each others' pain and pleasure mess up the French revolution.
The Legend of 420 The Legend of 420 (2017) Character: Himself
This ifilm is a new documentary that explores the controversial use of marijuana and the evolution of mainstream society. From a dangerous narcotic, listed as a Schedule 1 Drug substance since the 1970s, to the rush to decriminalize it today. What has changed and why? What will the cannabis industry look like in five years? Will it retain its integrity as a homegrown industry or be co-opted by Big Business? Experts, growers, celebrities and politicians weigh in on the future of Cannabusiness
Cypress Hill: Insane in the Brain Cypress Hill: Insane in the Brain (2022) Character: Self
A smoke-filled journey across the lives and the careers of the groundbreaking, genre-defying Hip Hop group, Cypress Hill. Their unique sound, influenced by their Latin roots and West Coast upbringing, was built on a movement rooted in true authenticity: from cultivating the flower, to smoking it, to rapping about it, their influence is forever burned into the musical landscape of Hip Hop as they continue to stay relevant after 30 years.
Yellowbeard Yellowbeard (1983) Character: El Nebuloso
For years Yellowbeard had looted the Spanish Main, making men eat their lips and swallow their hearts. Caught and convicted for tax evasion, he's sentenced to 20 years in St. Victim's Prison for the Extremely Naughty. In a scheme to confiscate his fabulous treasure, the Royal Navy allows him to escape and follows him, where saucy tarts, lisping demigods and some awful puns and punishments await.
I Am Sam Kinison I Am Sam Kinison (2017) Character: Self
A feature-length documentary film exploring the life and legacy of shock comic Sam Kinison, a former Pentecostal preacher turned stand-up comic who repurposed his pulpit-honed chops to the brazen rock 'n roll world of MTV-era comedy.
Tommy Chong Presents Comedy at 420 Tommy Chong Presents Comedy at 420 (2013) Character: Himself
Comedian Tommy Chong is legendary for his invaluable contribution to American counter-culture as part of the iconic comedy duo "Cheech & Chong". In this brand new comedy special - appropriately premiering on 4/20 - Tommy presents some of his favorite comedians, including Edwin San Juan, Chris Porter, Jay Phillips and Eddie Ift.
Biography: The Bella Twins Biography: The Bella Twins (2022) Character: Self (archival footage)
Chronicling Brie and Nikki's journey from waitresses to WWE Superstars and pop culture icons; success in sports got the Bellas through a difficult childhood and helped them survive personal traumas.
Cheech & Chong's Hey Watch This Cheech & Chong's Hey Watch This (2010) Character: Self
A documentary based on Cheech and Chong's "Light Up America" reunion tour.
The Spirit of '76 The Spirit of '76 (1990) Character: Stoner
Future Americans decide to time travel to 1776 to ask the founding fathers for the solutions to their problems. A glitch in the time machine changes their destination to 1976. Still believing themselves to be in 1776, the time travellers attempt to study this "ideal" civilization. 70's jokes, props and stars abound.
Up in Smoke Up in Smoke (1978) Character: Man
An unemployed pot-smoking slacker and amateur drummer, Anthony Stoner ditches his strict parents and hits the road, eventually meeting kindred spirit Pedro de Pacas. While the drug-ingesting duo is soon arrested for possession of marijuana, Anthony and Pedro get released on a technicality, allowing them to continue their many misadventures and ultimately compete in a rock band contest, where they perform the raucous tune "Earache My Eye."
Alien Danger! With Raven Van Slender Alien Danger! With Raven Van Slender (2021) Character: Lord Green
The first Raven adventure
George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You George Lopez: It's Not Me, It's You (2012) Character: Himself
Comedy superstar George Lopez performs live in front of a packed house at the Nokia Theatre in L.A. in this stand-up special.
After Hours After Hours (1985) Character: Pepe
Desperate to escape his mind-numbing routine, uptown Manhattan office worker Paul Hackett ventures downtown for a hookup with a mystery woman.
Cheech & Chong's Animated Movie! Cheech & Chong's Animated Movie! (2013) Character: (voices)
It's the legendary toker jokers Cheech & Chong as you've never seen them before - in their very first animated movie. Catch all the buzz as their most outrageously funny routines and laugh-out-loud lines from their Grammy Award-winning albums come to life, including "Dave's Not Here," "Let's Make A Dope Deal" and more. With help from a trippy, bud-lovin' body crab named Buster, Cheech & Chong "the masters of smokin' word" deliver the ultimate comedy high and give you the munchies for more.
AKA Tommy Chong AKA Tommy Chong (2006) Character: Himself
Documentary about Tommy Chong's federal prosecution under the Bush administration for selling bongs over the Internet.
Cheech & Chong Roasted Cheech & Chong Roasted (2008) Character: Himself
Cheech and Chong, the stoner pair who dominated the comedy scene in the 1970s and ’80s and recently reunited for their Light Up America tour, take their place in the hot seat to be roasted by close friends and fellow comedians. The duo made a name for themselves with their drug-laced humor, which kept audiences rolling in the aisles with such comedy routines as “Earache My Eye,” “Basketball Jones,
Things Are Tough All Over Things Are Tough All Over (1982) Character: Chong / Habib
Everybody has problems these days, and Cheech and Chong are no exceptions. They're hired by Slyman and Habib to drive a limousine to Las Vegas with $5 million secretly stashed in the front seat. In order to get there, the pair sells off the car piece by piece, including the seven-figure front seat. Cheech and Chong then have a much bigger problem - Slyman and Habib are after them, swearing to kill them after the appropriate torture.
Tripwire Tripwire (1989) Character: Merle Shine
A band of ruthless international terrorists led by Josef Szabo hijack a speeding railroad train loaded with a full arsenal of powerful military weaponry capable of threatening world peace. The only hero who can stop the terrorists' scheme for world domination is Jack DeForest. During the battle between good and evil the hero DeForest accidentally kills the son of the Szabo. Seeking revenge Szabo locates DeForest’s family, murders his wife and kidnaps their teenage son thereby turning their fight it into a personal vendetta. So, DeForest must fight not only to save the world, but for his only remaining family.
The Fluffy Movie The Fluffy Movie (2014) Character: Video Store Clerk
Stand-up comic Gabriel Iglesias delights audiences during his sold-out "Unity Through Laughter" tour, which spans more than 400 cities in 23 countries. During his set, Iglesias -- nicknamed "Fluffy" -- pounces on topics like communicating with his teenage son, struggling with his weight, performing his concert tour across India, and handling the reappearance of his father after a 30-year absence.
FernGully: The Last Rainforest FernGully: The Last Rainforest (1992) Character: Root (voice)
When a sprite named Crysta shrinks a human boy, Zak, down to her size, he vows to help the magical fairy folk stop a greedy logging company from destroying their home: the pristine rainforest known as FernGully. Zak and his new friends fight to defend FernGully from lumberjacks — and the vengeful spirit they accidentally unleash after chopping down a magic tree.
It Came from Hollywood It Came from Hollywood (1982) Character: Himself
Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Gilda Radner and Cheech and Chong present this compilation of classic bad films from the 50's, 60's and 70's. Special features on gorilla pictures, anti-marijuana films and a special tribute to the worst film maker of all-time, Ed Wood.
McHale's Navy McHale's Navy (1997) Character: Armando/Ernesto
Retired Lieutenant Commander Quinton McHale spends his days puttering around the Caribbean in the old PT-73 selling homebrew, ice cream, and swimsuit calendars. He's brought out of retirement when his old nemesis turned the second best terrorist in the world, Major Vladikov, takes over the island of San Moreno and starts building a nuclear launch silo on it. With help from his old crew and hindrances from Captain Wallace B. Binghampton, who sank a cruise liner a while back, McHale tries to put Vladikov out of business.
Zootopia Zootopia (2016) Character: Yax (voice)
Determined to prove herself, Officer Judy Hopps, the first bunny on Zootopia's police force, jumps at the chance to crack her first case - even if it means partnering with scam-artist fox Nick Wilde to solve the mystery.
Hoodwinked Too! Hood VS. Evil Hoodwinked Too! Hood VS. Evil (2011) Character: Stone (voice)
Red Riding Hood is training in the group of Sister Hoods, when she and the Wolf are called to examine the sudden mysterious disappearance of Hansel and Gretel.
Get Out of My Room Get Out of My Room (1985) Character: Chong
Get Out of My Room, was a mockumentary in the style of This Is Spinal Tap, written and directed by Cheech Marin. In the film, he and Tommy Chong are shown attempting to finish a "video album" for their novelty record Get Out of My Room.
Aliens Uncovered: Origins Aliens Uncovered: Origins (2023) Character: Self
Phoenix, Arizona wasn't supposed to be the city we know in present day. Before Area 51, hidden deep in the desert, the military discovered a hidden gem that helped them cover up the UFO wave of 1947. Roswell was not the only event that took place. Arizona was home to three major UFO events that the public hardly knows about. These events helped create Project Bluebook.
Pauly Shore Is Dead Pauly Shore Is Dead (2003) Character: Tommy Chong
Hollywood comedian/actor Pauly Shore loses everything: his house, nobody in Hollywood wants to represent him, he moves back home with his mom and is now parking cars at the Comedy Store. Then one night when he's up in his mom's loft, a dead famous comedian appears who tells Pauly to kill himself cause he'll go down as a comedic genius who died before his time. Pauly then fakes his own death, and the media goes crazy.
Evil Bong 2: King Bong Evil Bong 2: King Bong (2009) Character: Jimbo Leary (archive footage) (uncredited)
Larnell and Luanne travel to South America in search of an antidote to the deranged effects caused by taking hits off of the malevolent Evil Bong.
Double Dutchess: Seeing Double Double Dutchess: Seeing Double (2017) Character: N/A
A high-art, high-fashion showcase of a star's many personas-and a vivid reminder that our art, not our obstacles, ultimately defines us. Free, focused, and fucking shit up again, it shows every side of Fergie-the superstar, the visual artist, the creative director, the label head, the fashion icon, the wife, and, she'll tell you most importantly, "mom."
The Wash The Wash (2001) Character: Dee’s Connection
With the rent due and his car booted, Sean has to come up with some ends...and fast. When his best buddy and roommate Dee Loc, suggests that Sean get a job busting suds down at the local car wash.
Color Out of Space Color Out of Space (2019) Character: Ezra
The Gardner family moves to a remote farmstead in rural New England to escape the hustle of the 21st century. They are busy adapting to their new life when a meteorite crashes into their front yard, melts into the earth, and infects both the land and the properties of space-time with a strange, otherworldly colour. To their horror, the family discovers this alien force is gradually mutating every life form that it touches—including them.
Far Out Man Far Out Man (1990) Character: Far out Man
An aging hippie sets out on a trip across America to find his family.
The Union: The Business Behind Getting High The Union: The Business Behind Getting High (2007) Character: Self
Filmmaker Adam Scorgie explores the illegal marijuana industry in British Columbia, revealing how the international business is most likely more profitable than it would be if it was lawful in this enlightening documentary. Marijuana growers, law enforcement officials, physicians, politicians, criminologists, economists and celebrities—including comedian Tommy Chong—shed light on this topical subject in a series of compelling interviews.
Evil Bong Evil Bong (2006) Character: Jimbo Leary
Straight-laced nerd Alistair moves into a college dorm with hardcore marijuana users, who order an old giant bong that proves to have strange magical powers, which sends people to a bizarre drugged-out alternate realm from which there is no easy escape.
Half Baked Half Baked (1998) Character: Squirrel Master
Three lovable party buds try to bail their friend out of jail. But just when the guys have mastered a plan, everything comes dangerously close to going up in smoke.
It's Gawd! It's Gawd! (2017) Character: Gawd
Amid the threat of nuclear proliferation, global warming and terrorism, the earth's creator tries to reconnect with mankind by returning to the planet and hosting his own variety show.



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