Gary Martin (actor)
Gary Martin | |
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| Born | |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1980–present |
| Website | https://garymartin.co.uk/ |
Gary Martin is a British actor. He is best known for voicing Sugar Puffs' mascot Honey Monster, Gnasher in the animated Dennis the Menace and Gnasher projects and Beast Man in the 2026 Masters of the Universe film.
Career
[edit]Martin's father was a singer, and his mother was an actor and extra. In 1975, he had acted in a few adverts by the end of school, but needed to get a proper job. He got a cabaret act together and started performing on a cruise ship at 17. In 1976, he made his debut in the West End theatre with Jesus Christ Superstar at 18 after a period of training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.[1][2][3]
He later moved on to other theatre roles in the West End, such as Rocky Horror in The Rocky Horror Show in 1979, the voice of Audrey II in Little Shop of Horrors in 1983, which he described as a "deep, black, Harlem voice"; Time in 1986, Munkustrap in Cats from 1987 to 1990, Miss Saigon in 1989, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 1990, and Vince Fontaine in Grease in 1993. In 1980, he narrated a trailer for Saturn 3. Martin had been doing jingles and adverts, but started doing voice acting, including providing the voice of Sugar Puffs' mascot Honey Monster from the 1980s onwards. In the 1990s, he shifted to focus more on voice acting.[2][4][3][5][6]
Martin has provided voices for The Adventures of Mole, The Adventures of Toad, The NeverEnding Story III, FernGully 2: The Magical Rescue, Corpse Bride, Ultramarines: A Warhammer 40,000 Movie and Minions. He won a Talkie Award for his portrayal of Judge Dredd for BBC Radio 1. He has also recorded voiceovers for American and British commercials and film trailers.[2][3][7]
Filmography
[edit]Animation
[edit]- The Dreamstone (1990–1995) – Zordrak, Narrator (seasons 2–4)[8][9]
- The Legends of Treasure Island (1993–1995) – Merman Prince, additional voices
- The Beano Video (1993) – Gnasher, Gnipper, Rasher, Talent Contest Host, Customer, Mother Bird, Tailcoat #1, Spotty (Face the Music)[10]
- Budgie the Little Helicopter (1994–1995) – Smashit the Bulldozer, additional voices
- Molly's Gang (1994) – Homer, Duster, Hubble[8]
- The Beano Videostars (1994) – Gnasher, Gnipper, Rasher, Park Keeper #1, Birds, Cats, Fatty Fudge, Park Keeper #2, Plumber, Fatty, Plug, Spotty, Wilfrid, 'Erbert, Janitor, Woodworm, Uncle Mike, Billy Whizz, Pedestrian #1, Pedestrian #3, Poolgoer #1, Poolgoer #4, Ivy's Toys, Party Sounds from Beano Town Narrator[10]
- Vincent and Doug (1994–2003) – James Monroe
- The Snow Queen (1995) – Dimly[8][11]
- The Adventures of Mole (1995) – Otter, additional voices[8]
- Dennis and Gnasher (1996–1998) – Kevin Pie-Face, Mr. Pie-Face, Walter's Dad, Derek Cool, various characters[8][12]
- Bimble's Bucket (1996) – Sploot
- The Adventures of Toad (1996) – Additional voices[8]
- The Snow Queen's Revenge (1996) – Dimly[8][13]
- The Adventures of Dawdle the Donkey (1996–1998) – Narrator
- Captain Star (1997–1998) – Navigator Black (four episodes), Captain Bloater, Jasper Quilt, additional voices[8]
- The Ugly Duckling (1997) – Jack Frost, The Winds of Winter[8][14]
- FernGully 2: The Magical Rescue (1998) – Mac, Goanna[8][15]
- Jack and the Beanstalk (1999) – Dark Riders[8][16]
- The Baskervilles (2000) – Darren Baskerville, Colin, The Boss, various characters
- The Magic Key (2000–2001) – Mr. Robinson
- MacDonald's Farm (2000–2001) – Neigh Neigh
- Captain Scarlet and the Return of the Mysterons (2000) – Captain Black, Mysterons[4][17]
- Dog and Duck (2000–2003) – Piano[8]
- Spheriks (2002) – Ato[4]
- Oswald (2001–2003) – Egbert, Steve Tree, Pongo, Head Gingerbread Man, Reporter, Freddy the Teddy Bear, Show Announcer, Stagehand, Gingerbread Man 2, Gingerbread Man 4, additional voices (UK dub)[8]
- Mr. Bean: The Animated Series (2002–2026) – Harry, Mr. Bruiser, Dr. Daze, Usher, Announcer, Men in Theatre, Vet, Man with Dog, Actor, additional voices[18][8]
- Busy Buses (2002–2003) – Narrator, Tommy, additional voices (season 2)[8]
- The Story Makers (2002–2004) – Narrator, additional voices (Super Baby)[8]
- Bounty Hamster (2003) – Memory Man, additional voices[19][8]
- Yoko! Jakamoko! Toto! (2003–2005) – Jakamoko[8]
- The Blobheads (2003–2005) – Derek the Alien[8]
- The Tale of Jack Frost (2004) – Woodland Creatures, Goblins[8][7]
- Franny's Feet (2004) – Additional voices (UK dub)
- Kaena: The Prophecy (2004) – The Priest (English dub)[4][8]
- Hero's Delight: The Movie (2004) – James Monroe
- Legend of the Dragon (2005–2008) – Zodiac Master, Emperor of the Darkest Yin, additional voices[8]
- BB3B (2005) – Dad (Simon), Announcer[8]
- Corpse Bride (2005) – General Wellington, Fat Chef,[8][20] Skeletons, Harmonies[21]
- Flash Harry (2005) – Flash Harry[8][22]
- The Jungle Book: Rikki-Tikki-Tavi to the Rescue (BKN Classic Series) (2006) – Various characters
- Angelina Ballerina: Angelina Sets Sail (2006) – Captain
- The Likeaballs (2006) – Dan, Invinciball, Destructiball
- Alice in Wonderland: What's the Matter with Hatter? (BKN Classic Series) (2007) – Various characters
- The Prince and the Pauper: Double Trouble (BKN Classic Series) (2007) – Various characters
- The Three Musketeers: Saving the Crown (BKN Classic Series) (2007) – Various characters
- Quest for a Heart (2007) – Sage of the Sauna (English dub)
- Dork Hunters from Outer Space (2008–2009) – Fido[23]
- Robin Hood: Quest for the King (BKN Classic Series) (2008) – Friar Tuck, Prince John
- Ultramarines: A Warhammer 40,000 Movie (2010) – Brother Hypax, Brother Maxillius, Brother Decius
- Sokator-442 (2011) – Damgard, Dooby, Scrink[8]
- The Woodlies (2012) – Whitetail
- Frankenweenie (2012) – Sea-Monkeys[7]
- Boomerang (2013–2015) – Bugs Bunny,[24] Daffy Duck,[25] Porky Pig,[26] Elmer Fudd,[27] Yosemite Sam,[28] Narrator (Looney Tunes marathon promotions)[6][29][30][31][32]
- Aquafresh (since 2014) – Captain Aquafresh, Narrator[6][7]
- Pet Pals in Windland (2014) – Kite (English dub)
- Minions (2015) – Additional voices[8][7][33]
- Prisoner Zero (2016) – Librarian[8]
- Furiki Wheels (2018) – Gordon[8]
- Aliens Love Underpants and... Panta Claus (2018) – Additional voices[8]
- Tad, the Lost Explorer and the Emerald Tablet (2022) – Pickle (English dub)[8]
- Blacktalon (2023–2025) – Be'lakor
- Ozi: Voice of the Forest (2023) – Security Guard #1
- Supa Team 4 (2023) – Chomps the Goat
- Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix (2023) – Lion Wrestler, Bill, Guard, Director Alpha, Wrench, Movie Trailer Voice, Game Announcer[34]
- Super Happy Magic Forest (2024–2025) – Goblin King[35]
- The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024) – Additional voices
- Jacob Grizzly (2024) – Jacob Grizzly[8]
- Dudley & the Invasion of the Space Slugs (2027) – Morbus[36]
Live action
[edit]- Sugar Puffs (1980–2010) – Honey Monster (voice)[6][2][4][37]
- Nobody's Perfect (1980-1982) – Chauffeur
- Shock Treatment (1981) – 'Bit' Guitarist[3]
- Little Shop of Horrors (1983) – Audrey II (voice)[2]
- Wizbit (1986–1988) – Squidgy Bog (voice)
- Slaughter High (1986) – Joe
- Little Shop of Horrors (1986) – Audrey II (soundtrack album), Chauffeur (voice)[4]
- Space Police (1986) – V. Lann (voice)[4][1]
- Space Precinct (1994–1995) – Slomo, Officer Beezle (four episodes) (voices)[4]
- The Adventures of Pinocchio (1996) - Giant in Theatre (voice)[1]
- The Neverending Story III (1996) – Mr. Rockchewer, Junior Rockchewer, Unlucky, Large Head, additional characters (voices)[38][4]
- Red Dwarf (1996) – Epideme[4]
- Cute Little Buggers (2017) – Randy Rocksoff[3]
- Hellboy (2019) – Giants (voice)
- Invasion Planet Earth (2019) – Remokon, Alien Overlord (voice)
- Over Christmas (2020) – Additional voices (English dub)
- Midnight at the Pera Palace (2022) – Naim Efendi (English dub)
- Little Lost Robot (2025) – Slomo (voice)
- Masters of the Universe (2026) – Beast Man (voice)[39][40]
Radio
[edit]- Judge Dredd: The Original Adventures: Apocalypse War (1995) – Judge Dredd[41][4]
- Judge Dredd: The Original Adventures: The Day The Law Died (1995) – Judge Dredd[41][42][4][7]
Video games
[edit]- Conquest Earth: "First Encounter" (1997) – Humans, Jovians[43]
- Team Apache (1998) – Various characters[43]
- Gunlok (2000) – Various characters[43]
- Stuntman (2002) – Various characters[43]
- Endgame (2002) – Various characters[43]
- Downforce (2002) – Various characters
- Micro Machines (2002) – Grizzly Beard, Frank N. Stein[43][44]
- Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior (2002) – Space Marine[43]
- Killzone (2004) – Helghast[43][45]
- Rising Kingdoms (2005) – Various characters[43]
- Star Wars: Empire at War (2006) – Interdictor Cruiser, TIE Mauler Commander, additional voices[43][46]
- Final Fantasy XII (2006) – Judge Bergan[43][47]
- Bionicle Heroes (2006) – Monster #2[43]
- Thunderbirds (2007)[4]
- LittleBigPlanet 2 (2011) – Batman[43][48]
- Star Wars: The Old Republic (2011) – Jailer Knash, Lord Abaron, additional voices[43][49]
- LittleBigPlanet PS Vita (2012) – Batman[43][50]
- Ace Combat Infinity (2014) – Additional voices
- Grid Autosport (2014) – Grizzly Beard, Frank N. Stein[43]
- Divinity: Original Sin (2014) – Various characters[43]
- Kholat (2014) – Additional voices (English version)[43]
- Total War: Warhammer (2016) – Grimgor Ironhide, Archaon[43]
- Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age (2017) – Judge Bergan[43]
- Total War: Warhammer II (2017) – Grimgor Ironhide[43]
- Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 (2017) – Hulk, Dormammu, Surtur, Supreme Intelligence, Greenskyn Smashtroll[43][51][52]
- Seven: The Days Long Gone (2017) – Kade[43][53]
- Warhammer: Vermintide 2 (2018) – Gor, Ungor, Bestigor[43]
- Shadows: Awakening (2018) – Graabak, Korshak, Blind Demon, Demonthrall, Langdak, Rabbath, Wanion, Sevelelech, Revenants, Shadowhands, Steel Wardens, Thole Guards[43]
- Control (2019) – Announcer, Tempest[43]
- Total War: Warhammer III (2022) – Grimgor Ironhide[43]
- Elden Ring (2022) – Tarnished (Male)[43][54]
- Harvestella (2022) – Various characters (English version)[43]
- Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince (2023) – Ossie, Petrarch[43]
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 (2024) – Ulfar, Additional Space Marines, Battle Barge Quartermaster, Battle Barge Tech-Priests, Astra Militarum Officer, Cadian Captain, Ultramarine Sergent[43]
- Unknown 9: Awakening (2024) – Various characters
- Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (2024) – Asmo, Construct 7 (English version)
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Pod 173: The Many Voices of Gary Martin. YouTube. 4 October 2021. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "Award-Winning Voice Artist Gary Martin Shares His Advice". Backstage. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "About". Gary Martin. Archived from the original on 6 November 2025. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m Ellard, Andrew (11 May 2001). "Mr Flibble Talks To... Gary Martin". Red Dwarf. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Stewart, John (2014). "128. Cats". Broadway Musicals, 1943–2004, (2 volume set). McFarland & Company. ISBN 978-0-7864-9565-8.
- ^ a b c d "Adverts & Promos". Gary Martin. Archived from the original on 6 November 2025. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f "Gary Martin - the voice of movie trailers". Harvey Voices. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae af "Animation". Gary Martin. Archived from the original on 6 November 2025. Retrieved 4 May 2021.
- ^ "The Dreamstone". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ a b "Hayes & Harlington Gazette: Gary Martin (26 July 1995)". British Newspaper Archive. Retrieved 26 July 2024.
- ^ "The Snow Queen". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Dennis the Menace and Gnasher". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "The Snow Queen's Revenge". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "The Ugly Duckling". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "FernGully 2: The Magical Rescue". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Jack and the Beanstalk". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Captain Scarlet and the Return of the Mysterons". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "Gary Martin - Mr Bean". Harvey Voices. 19 February 2016. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Bounty Hamster". Silver Fox Films. Retrieved 30 November 2025.
- ^ "Corpse Bride". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Martin, Gary (28 September 2025). "Three of us spent the day with Danny [Elfman] and he had some great stories to tell. I play the One-Eyed Chef, General Wellington, [and] various skeletons and harmonies in "The Wedding Song"". Instagram. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
- ^ Flash Harry. YouTube. 16 April 2010. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "Dork Hunters from Outer Space". Invincible Entertainment. Retrieved 14 June 2025.
- ^ "Voice(s) of Bugs Bunny in Boomerang". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Voice(s) of Daffy Duck in Boomerang". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Voice(s) of Porky Pig in Boomerang". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Voice of Elmer Fudd in Boomerang". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Voice(s) of Yosemite Sam in Boomerang". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Looney Tunes All Stars Competition Ad. YouTube. 10 June 2015. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Looney Tunes All Stars Competition Ad 2. YouTube. 10 June 2015. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Looney Tunes Take-Over Weekend Teaser. YouTube. 5 March 2013. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Looney Tunes Take-Over Weekend Promo. YouTube. 5 March 2013. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Minions". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 2 June 2025.
- ^ Martin, Gary (28 April 2025). ""There's a very good chance an episode will make it into my personal favourites if Goblin King is in it. It's amazing for me to see a character that appears in one book, with just one line, brought to life so brilliantly by the writers, animators, directors, and of course Gary Martin who does an amazing job playing him."". Instagram. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
- ^ Martin, Gary (1 May 2026). "Dudley and the Invasion of the Space Slugs is looking amazing. It's already secured a UK distribution deal and... It's been picked for the ANNECY FILM FESTIVAL - one of the most prestigious animated film festivals in the world. It has been such a fun ride with such talented people. Thank you all". Instagram. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
- ^ "Sugar Puffs". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "The Neverending Story III". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ Martin, Gary (23 May 2026). "So happy to announce that I am the voice of Beast Man in the new Masters of the Universe movie. To be part of this epic fantastical world is a dream come true. To be cast, directed and welcomed aboard MOTU by Travis Knight was a joy. Thank you!". Instagram. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
- ^ "Masters of the Universe". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 4 June 2026.
- ^ a b Williams, David. "Judge Dredd: The Day The Law Died". DS Williams. Retrieved 3 August 2021.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) - ^ "Various – Judge Dredd. The Original Adventures. Series One. The Day The Law Died (1995, CD)". Discogs. Speaking Volumes. 1995. Retrieved 1 June 2026.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa ab ac ad ae "Video Games". Gary Martin. Archived from the original on 6 November 2025. Retrieved 2 June 2024.
- ^ "Micro Machines". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Voice(s) of Helghast in Killzone". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Star Wars: Empire at War". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Final Fantasy XII". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "LittleBigPlanet 2". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Star Wars: The Old Republic". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "LittleBigPlanet PS Vita". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2". harveyvoices.co.uk. 16 November 2017. Retrieved 22 March 2019.
- ^ "Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Seven: The Days Long Gone". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
- ^ "Voice(s) of Tarnished (Male) in Elden Ring". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved 4 June 2024.
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