Roy Scheider
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Roy Richard Scheider (November 10, 1932 – February 10, 2008) was an American actor and amateur boxer. Described by AllMovie as "one of the most unique and distinguished of all Hollywood actors", he gained fame for his leading and supporting roles in celebrated films from the 1970s through to the early to mid-1980s. He was nominated for two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and a BAFTA Award. His best-known roles include Chief Martin Brody in Jaws (1975) and its sequel Jaws 2 (1978); NYPD Detective "Cloudy" Russo in The French Connection (1971); NYPD Detective "Buddy" in The Seven-Ups (1973); Doc Levy in Marathon Man (1976); Jackie Scanlon / Juan Dominguez in Sorcerer (1977); choreographer and film director Joe Gideon in All That Jazz (1979); Officer Frank Murphy in Blue Thunder (1983); and Dr. Heywood R. Floyd in the 1984 film 2010: The Year We Make Contact, the sequel to 2001: A Space Odyssey. He was also known for playing Captain Nathan Bridger in the science-fiction television series seaQuest DSV (1993–1996)
Best Roy Scheider Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Roy Scheider's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Roy Scheider.
Roy Scheider - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Roy Scheider?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Roy Scheider is "When It Was a Game 2" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Roy Scheider acted in?
Roy Scheider has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Roy Scheider?
Other notable films include "The Poughkeepsie Shuffle: Tracing 'The French Connection'", "A Decade Under the Influence", and "Jaws".