Tony Scott
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Anthony David Leighton Scott (June 21, 1944 – August 19, 2012) was an English and American film director, producer and actor. He was known for directing highly successful action and thriller films such as Top Gun (1986), Beverly Hills Cop II (1987), Days of Thunder (1990), The Last Boy Scout (1991), True Romance (1993), Crimson Tide (1995), Enemy of the State (1998), Man on Fire (2004), Déjà Vu (2006), and Unstoppable (2010). Scott was the younger brother of film director Sir Ridley Scott. They both graduated from the Royal College of Art in London, and were among a generation of British film directors who were successful in Hollywood having started their careers making television commercials. In 1995, both Tony and Ridley received the BAFTA Award for Outstanding British Contribution To Cinema. In 2010, they received the BAFTA Britannia Award for Worldwide Contribution to Filmed Entertainment.
Best Tony Scott Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tony Scott's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tony Scott.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Quentin Tarantino: From a Movie Buff to a Hollywood Legend | Self (archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Déjà Vu: Surveillance Window | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Vengeance Is Mine: Reinventing 'Man on Fire' | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Danger Zone: The Making of Top Gun | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | 100 Greatest Sexy Moments | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Cityscrapes: Los Angeles | Director B | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Wild Bill: Hollywood Maverick | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Making of 'Crimson Tide' | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Boy and Bicycle | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
Tony Scott - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tony Scott?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Scott is "Wild Bill: Hollywood Maverick" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Tony Scott acted in?
Tony Scott has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tony Scott?
Other notable films include "Vengeance Is Mine: Reinventing 'Man on Fire'", "Déjà Vu: Surveillance Window", and "Danger Zone: The Making of Top Gun".