Don LaFontaine

Acting

Don LaFontaine

Born August 26, 1940 · Duluth, Minnesota, USA

Died September 1, 2008 · aged 68

Don LaFontaine was an American film, television and voice actor, especially for film trailers and reviews.

Known For

FanboyFanboy · 2008
Fanboy
10.02008
MovieAnimationComedy
Two kids in superhero costumes purchase their favorite drink and end up creating an ice monster.
The Cable GuyThe Cable Guy · 1996
The Cable Guy
6.01996
MovieComedyDrama
When recently single Steven moves into his new apartment, cable guy Chip comes to hook him up—and doesn't let go. Initially, Chip is just overzealous in his desire to be Steven's pal, but when Steven tries to end the 'friendship', Chip shows his dark side. He begins stalking Steven, who's left to fend for himself because no one else can believe Chip's capable of such behaviour.
The BirdcageThe Birdcage · 1996
The Birdcage
7.01996
MovieComedyRomance
A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen partner agree to put up a false heterosexual front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée's conservative parents.
Stewie Griffin: The Untold StoryStewie Griffin: The Untold Story · 2005
Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story
6.92005
MovieAdventureAnimation
The maniacal baby of the Griffin family, Stewie, meets his future self. In doing this he discovers that his future image is not what he has anticipated because of a near death experience.
In a World...In a World... · 2013
In a World...
6.32013
MovieComedy
An underachieving vocal coach is motivated by her father, the king of movie-trailer voice-overs, to pursue her aspirations of becoming a voice-over star. Amidst pride, sexism and family dysfunction, she sets out to change the voice of a generation.
Santa vs. the SnowmanSanta vs. the Snowman · 2002
Santa vs. the Snowman
7.72002
MovieAnimationComedy
A lonely snowman finds Santa's workshop. But when he sets off the perimeter alarms and is chased away, he wonders why he couldn't be Santa and get all the love and fun this year. With the aid of "Snow Minions Made Easy", he pits his snow army against Santa's elves and captures Santa. But can he really do Santa's job?
Plump FictionPlump Fiction · 1997
Plump Fiction
3.81997
MovieComedyCrime
Four stories intersect in this violent film parody. Exterminators dress as hit men and try to protect the wife of their boss, Montello. Meanwhile, the strippers at Montello's strip club, dressed as nuns, attempt to rob him. Tag-team wrestlers steal Montello's briefcase, thinking its contents are valuable. Finally, Bumpkin, running to deliver a script, loses a lot of the pages.
5 Men and a Limo5 Men and a Limo · 1997
5 Men and a Limo
7.51997
MovieComedy
5 Men and a Limo is a 1997 American short film produced by Aspect Ratio Films as an introduction sketch for the 26th Annual Hollywood Reporter Key Art Awards. In the film voiceover actor Don LaFontaine picks up four other voiceover actors in his limo to travel to the awards. The actors talk about themselves and the awards, making humorous references to common phrases and techniques they use when voicing movie trailers.

Movies

FanboyFanboy · 2008
Fanboy
10.02008
MovieAnimationComedy
Two kids in superhero costumes purchase their favorite drink and end up creating an ice monster.
The Cable GuyThe Cable Guy · 1996
The Cable Guy
6.01996
MovieComedyDrama
When recently single Steven moves into his new apartment, cable guy Chip comes to hook him up—and doesn't let go. Initially, Chip is just overzealous in his desire to be Steven's pal, but when Steven tries to end the 'friendship', Chip shows his dark side. He begins stalking Steven, who's left to fend for himself because no one else can believe Chip's capable of such behaviour.
The BirdcageThe Birdcage · 1996
The Birdcage
7.01996
MovieComedyRomance
A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen partner agree to put up a false heterosexual front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée's conservative parents.
Stewie Griffin: The Untold StoryStewie Griffin: The Untold Story · 2005
Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story
6.92005
MovieAdventureAnimation
The maniacal baby of the Griffin family, Stewie, meets his future self. In doing this he discovers that his future image is not what he has anticipated because of a near death experience.
In a World...In a World... · 2013
In a World...
6.32013
MovieComedy
An underachieving vocal coach is motivated by her father, the king of movie-trailer voice-overs, to pursue her aspirations of becoming a voice-over star. Amidst pride, sexism and family dysfunction, she sets out to change the voice of a generation.
Santa vs. the SnowmanSanta vs. the Snowman · 2002
Santa vs. the Snowman
7.72002
MovieAnimationComedy
A lonely snowman finds Santa's workshop. But when he sets off the perimeter alarms and is chased away, he wonders why he couldn't be Santa and get all the love and fun this year. With the aid of "Snow Minions Made Easy", he pits his snow army against Santa's elves and captures Santa. But can he really do Santa's job?
Plump FictionPlump Fiction · 1997
Plump Fiction
3.81997
MovieComedyCrime
Four stories intersect in this violent film parody. Exterminators dress as hit men and try to protect the wife of their boss, Montello. Meanwhile, the strippers at Montello's strip club, dressed as nuns, attempt to rob him. Tag-team wrestlers steal Montello's briefcase, thinking its contents are valuable. Finally, Bumpkin, running to deliver a script, loses a lot of the pages.
5 Men and a Limo5 Men and a Limo · 1997
5 Men and a Limo
7.51997
MovieComedy
5 Men and a Limo is a 1997 American short film produced by Aspect Ratio Films as an introduction sketch for the 26th Annual Hollywood Reporter Key Art Awards. In the film voiceover actor Don LaFontaine picks up four other voiceover actors in his limo to travel to the awards. The actors talk about themselves and the awards, making humorous references to common phrases and techniques they use when voicing movie trailers.
A Man Called SargeA Man Called Sarge · 1990
A Man Called Sarge
3.01990
MovieComedyWar
In the midst of WWII, a group of half-witted soldiers lead by a slightly smarter sergeant, battle the Germans and especially Von Kraut in the desert.
Claire Makes It BigClaire Makes It Big · 1999
Claire Makes It Big
10.01999
MovieComedy
Claire Makes It Big, Jeremy Workman's award- winning short comedy, follows the travails of a talented overweight actress and her difficulties landing a decent movie role. A sharply written and briskly directed satire of the acting and filmmaking professions that then turns into a hilarious wish-fulfillment fantasy, it also features a lovely lead performance by Mara Hobel (whom Joan Crawford-heads may recognize as the child Christina Crawford in Mommie Dearest) and funny supporting turns from more recognizable folks like Clancy Brown, Paige Turco and Peter Bogdanovich, along with a voice cameo from the late Don LaFontaine.
St. HelensSt. Helens · 1982
St. Helens
6.01982
MovieActionThriller
Centers on the events leading up to the cataclysmic 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington, with the story beginning on the day volcanic activity started on March 20, 1980, and ending on the day of the eruption, May 18, 1980.
10 Truths About Love10 Truths About Love · 2023
10 Truths About Love
4.62023
MovieTV MovieRomance
Hannah, a thriving romance columnist, thinks she’s got life and love figured out… until her longtime boyfriend unexpectedly breaks up with her. At the same time, Hannah’s editor hires a new writer, Liam, to work with her and give the column a male perspective. The two clash over their approach and sparks fly. To prove himself, Liam offers to help Hannah get her ex-boyfriend back. But, in the process of proving each other wrong, they begin to realize they may be right for each other.
Dick Tracy: Behind the Badge, Behind the ScenesDick Tracy: Behind the Badge, Behind the Scenes · 1990
Dick Tracy: Behind the Badge, Behind the Scenes
7.01990
MovieDocumentary
The making of the film Dick Tracy (1990).
Willow: The Making of an AdventureWillow: The Making of an Adventure · 1988
Willow: The Making of an Adventure
7.31988
MovieTV MovieDocumentary
A behind-the-scenes documentary on the making of the film Willow (1988). Included are interviews with cast and crew and scenes of the actual filming of the production itself.
Coming ApartComing Apart · 1969
Coming Apart
6.21969
MovieDrama
A psychiatrist secretly films his female patients as an experiment; he pushes both him and his customers in ways that induce his own mental breakdown.
One Light, One WorldOne Light, One World · 1992
One Light, One World
5.31992
MovieDocumentary
A documentary covering the 1992 Olympic Games in Albertville.
Back 2 Back: The Toronto Blue Jays 1993 World Series ChampionsBack 2 Back: The Toronto Blue Jays 1993 World Series Champions · 1993
Back 2 Back: The Toronto Blue Jays 1993 World Series Champions
1993
MovieDocumentary
A Major League Baseball Productions documentary on VHS. The Toronto Blue Jays' 1993 season culminated in their second consecutive World Series title. The victory was famously sealed by Joe Carter's walk-off three-run home run in the bottom of the 9th.

TV Shows

Family GuyFamily Guy · 1999
Family Guy
7.41999
SeriesAnimationComedy
Sick, twisted, politically incorrect and Freakin' Sweet animated series featuring the adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin family. Bumbling Peter and long-suffering Lois have three kids. Stewie (a brilliant but sadistic baby bent on killing his mother and taking over the world), Meg (the oldest, and is the most unpopular girl in town) and Chris (the middle kid, he's not very bright but has a passion for movies). The final member of the family is Brian - a talking dog and much more than a pet, he keeps Stewie in check whilst sipping Martinis and sorting through his own life issues.
American Dad!American Dad! · 2005
American Dad!
7.02005
SeriesAnimationComedy
The series focuses on an eccentric motley crew that is the Smith family and their three housemates: Father, husband, and breadwinner Stan Smith; his better half housewife, Francine Smith; their college-aged daughter, Hayley Smith; and their high-school-aged son, Steve Smith. Outside of the Smith family, there are three additional main characters, including Hayley's boyfriend turned husband, Jeff Fischer; the family's man-in-a-goldfish-body pet, Klaus; and most notably the family's zany alien, Roger, who is "full of masquerades, brazenness, and shocking antics."
Stargate SG-1Stargate SG-1 · 1997
Stargate SG-1
8.31997
SeriesSci-Fi & Fantasy
The story of Stargate SG-1 begins about a year after the events of the feature film, when the United States government learns that an ancient alien device called the Stargate can access a network of such devices on a multitude of planets. SG-1 is an elite Air Force special operations team, one of more than two dozen teams from Earth who explore the galaxy and defend against alien threats such as the Goa'uld, Replicators, and the Ori.
Phineas and FerbPhineas and Ferb · 2007
Phineas and Ferb
7.92007
SeriesAnimationComedy
Each day, two kindhearted suburban stepbrothers on summer vacation embark on some grand new project, which annoys their controlling sister, Candace, who tries to bust them. Meanwhile, their pet platypus plots against evil Dr. Doofenshmirtz.
RenegadeRenegade · 1992
Renegade
6.71992
SeriesDrama
Framed for murder, Detective Reno Raines becomes a fugitive bounty hunter who fights crime while trying to clear his name. His troubles began after he testified about police corruption, leading Lt. Donald Dixon to set him up.
Fillmore!Fillmore! · 2002
Fillmore!
7.42002
SeriesAnimationMystery
Former delinquent Cornelius Fillmore saw the light, and now fights on the side of justice at X Middle School. Joining him is Ingrid Third, who has a photographic memory. Together, Fillmore and Third fight all those who attempt to break the rules at X, all while keeping Jr. Commissioner Vallejo off their backs and trying to please the school's overly-image-conscious Principal Folsom. Fillmore! is an American animated television series which was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation. The series was created by Scott M. Gimple and directed by Christian Roman. It was the last series produced by Walt Disney Television Animation alone, without association with Disney Channel.
Random! CartoonsRandom! Cartoons · 2008
Random! Cartoons
7.32008
SeriesAnimationComedy
Random! Cartoons is a spin-off of the Nickelodeon animation showcase Oh Yeah! Cartoons. Produced by Frederator Studios and Nickelodeon Animation Studios for the Nicktoons Network, it premiered on December 6, 2008.
Head CaseHead Case · 2007
Head Case
6.32007
SeriesComedy
Meet Therapist Dr Elizabeth Goode. She's brash, unconventional, judgmental, but undeniably thriving as the "it" therapist to Hollywood's maladjusted elite. On a daily basis Dr Goode dishes her own unique methodology to a waiting room filled with a who's who from the world of entertainment, sports and music. (Celebrities appear on the show as themselves.)
Free RadioFree Radio · 2008
Free Radio
2008
SeriesComedy
Free Radio is a television show, created by Lance Krall and Rory Rosegarten. The show originated on VH1, but has also played on Comedy Central, and Super Channel. It stars Lance Krall, prominent for his role on The Joe Schmo Show, and Anna Vocino, who also starred with Krall on The Lance Krall Show. The show focuses on a dysfunctional radio station, KBOM. Krall plays a moronic intern turned moronic DJ when KBOM's regular shock jock, Rip Rebel, defects to satellite radio. Lance eventually gets his own show entitled Moron in the Morning. Real celebrities guest star as themselves with Lance, who often either does not realize who they are or mixes them up with other celebrities on the air. Most of the dialogue is improvised.
Lazer Tag AcademyLazer Tag Academy · 1986
Lazer Tag Academy
7.01986
SeriesFamilySci-Fi & Fantasy
Lazer Tag Academy is an animated television series inspired by Worlds of Wonder's Lazer Tag that was created by Ruby-Spears Productions. The series aired on NBC from September 13 to December 6, 1986. It was later shown in reruns under the new title Lazer Patrol on the Sci Fi Channel as part of Sci Fi Cartoon Quest.