EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 46 MIN
Episode 365: Doug Jones & Derek Maki (Actor & Executive Producer)
from Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show! · host Jake Deffinbaugh
This week on Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we're joined by actor Doug Jones and filmmaker Derek Maki!Doug Jones has built one of the most remarkable careers in Hollywood, bringing unforgettable characters to life through extensive makeup and visual effects. His iconic roles include Billy Butcherson in Hocus Pocus, Abe Sapien in Hellboy, the Faun and the Pale Man in Pan's Labyrinth, The Amphibian Man in The Shape of Water, and the beloved McDonald's advertising character Mac Tonight. Derek's credits include the award-winning film Instant Dads as well as the acclaimed documentaries Aliens Expanded and Icons Unearthed: Star Wars. Together, Doug and Derek have teamed up for their latest project, the documentary film Get Me Doug Jones. In this episode, we discuss Doug's incredible journey through film and television, the artistry behind creating some of cinema's most memorable creatures and characters, Derek's work as a filmmaker and documentarian, and how the two collaborated to bring Get Me Doug Jones to life. It's a fascinating conversation about creativity, perseverance, fandom, and a one-of-a-kind Hollywood career.Check out the now-live Get Me Doug Jones Kickstarter finishing funds campaign, featuring exclusive merchandise, unique memorabilia from Doug Jones' personal archive, and special fan experiences:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/williamconlin/get-me-doug-jones-the-documentary-featureConnect with Doug and Derek:https://www.getmedougjones.com/https://www.instagram.com/GetMeDougJones/https://www.facebook.com/actordougjones2/https://www.derekmaki.com/Taping date: May 13, 2026Edited by:Chris Bixby (Co-Host)https://www.instagram.com/chris.b2000/Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team:https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/Listen to the audio version wherever you find your podcasts:https://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow
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This week on Jake's Happy Nostalgia Show, we're joined by actor Doug Jones and filmmaker Derek Maki!Doug Jones has built one of the most remarkable careers in Hollywood, bringing unforgettable characters to life through extensive makeup and visual effects. His iconic roles include Billy Butcherson in Hocus Pocus, Abe Sapien in Hellboy, the Faun and the Pale Man in Pan's Labyrinth, The Amphibian Man in The Shape of Water, and the beloved McDonald's advertising character Mac Tonight. Derek's credits include the award-winning film Instant Dads as well as the acclaimed documentaries Aliens Expanded and Icons Unearthed: Star Wars. Together, Doug and Derek have teamed up for their latest project, the documentary film Get Me Doug Jones. In this episode, we discuss Doug's incredible journey through film and television, the artistry behind creating some of cinema's most memorable creatures and characters, Derek's work as a filmmaker and documentarian, and how the two collaborated to bring Get Me Doug Jones to life. It's a fascinating conversation about creativity, perseverance, fandom, and a one-of-a-kind Hollywood career.Check out the now-live Get Me Doug Jones Kickstarter finishing funds campaign, featuring exclusive merchandise, unique memorabilia from Doug Jones' personal archive, and special fan experiences:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/williamconlin/get-me-doug-jones-the-documentary-featureConnect with Doug and Derek:https://www.getmedougjones.com/https://www.instagram.com/GetMeDougJones/https://www.facebook.com/actordougjones2/https://www.derekmaki.com/Taping date: May 13, 2026Edited by:Chris Bixby (Co-Host)https://www.instagram.com/chris.b2000/Be sure to check out our website, where you can learn more about the podcast and find how to follow the Happy Nostalgia team:https://jakeshappynostalgiashow.weebly.com/Listen to the audio version wherever you find your podcasts:https://linktr.ee/JakesHappyNostalgiaShow
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Episode 365: Doug Jones & Derek Maki (Actor & Executive Producer)
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