Donovan Scott
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Donovan Scott (born 29 September 1946) is an American character film actor best known for his role of cadet Leslie Barbara in the 1984 film Police Academy starring together with Steve Guttenberg. He also appeared in the music video for Olivia Newton-John's 1981 hit "Physical", and co-starred in Lucille Ball's 1986 ABC-TV series Life with Lucy. Description above from the Wikipedia article Donovan Scott, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Donovan Scott Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Donovan Scott reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Donovan Scott's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 31% of Donovan Scott's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Children of Captain Grant, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Donovan Scott Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Donovan Scott's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Donovan Scott has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Northpole: Open for Christmas | Santa | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Death to Cupid | Santa Claus | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Matchmaker Santa | Chris | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | 3 Holiday Tails | Michael | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Backlight | old farmer | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Three Gifts | Santa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | A Very Sunny Christmas | Santa Claus in Mall | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | I Know Who Killed Me | Sheriff Leon Cardero | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Enigma with a Stigma | Rober Riley | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Uh-Oh! | Captain Squid | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Fish Don't Blink | Leonard | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Blast from the Past | Ron | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Children of Captain Grant | Willie | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Crazies | the robber with the frog | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Back to the Future Part III | Deputy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Meet the Hollowheads | Cop #2 | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Splash, Too | Freddie Bauer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Psycho III | Kyle | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Best of Times | Eddie | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Pecos Bill | Man in the Moon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Annie Oakley | Joe | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sheena | Fletcher ("Fletch") | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Thumbelina | Herman Toad | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Police Academy | Leslie Barbara | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Goldilocks and the Three Bears | Cubby Bear | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Tale of the Frog Prince | Hendrix / The French Chef | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Savannah Smiles | Boots | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Olivia Newton-John: Let's Get Physical | Guy getting powdered | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Zorro, The Gay Blade | Paco | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Incredible Shrinking Woman | Neighbor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Popeye | Castor Oyl | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | 1941 | Kid Sailor | Average | Similar → |
Donovan Scott - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Donovan Scott?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Donovan Scott is "The Children of Captain Grant" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Donovan Scott acted in?
Donovan Scott has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Donovan Scott?
Other notable films include "A Very Sunny Christmas", "Annie Oakley", and "Olivia Newton-John: Let's Get Physical".