Scott Hicks - Actor Profile

Scott Hicks

Directing
Updated: May 12, 2026
2Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 4, 1953
Birth Place: Uganda

About Scott Hicks

Robert Scott Hicks (born 4 March 1953) is a film director from Australia. He is best known as the screenwriter and director of Shine, the Oscar-winning biopic of pianist David Helfgott. Hicks's work has been nominated for an Academy Award as well as winning an Emmy Award.

Scott Hicks Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Scott Hicks reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Scott Hicks's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Scott Hicks'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 King on Screen, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Scott Hicks Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Scott Hicks's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Scott Hicks has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 King on Screen Self Hit Similar →
2008 Capturing Reality Self Average Similar →

Scott Hicks - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Scott Hicks?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Scott Hicks is "King on Screen" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Scott Hicks acted in?

Scott Hicks has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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