Vito Scotti
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Vito Giusto Scozzari (January 26, 1918 – June 5, 1996), also known as Vito Scotti, was an American character actor who played both dramatic and comedy roles on Broadway, in films, and later on television, primarily from the late 1930s to the mid-1990s. He was known as a man of a thousand faces for his ability to assume so many divergent roles in more than 200 screen appearances in a career spanning 50 years and for his resourceful portrayals of various ethnic types. Of Italian heritage, he played everything from a Mexican bandit, to a Russian doctor, to a Japanese sailor, to an Indian travel agent. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Vito Scotti Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Vito Scotti reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Vito Scotti's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 44% of Vito Scotti'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 Haunting of Harrington House, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Vito Scotti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vito Scotti's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Vito Scotti has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Get Shorty | Manager at Vesuvio's | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1 | Tailor | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Haunting of Harrington House | Marco Roselli | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Ghosts of Buxley Hall | Count Sergio Luchesi Di Gonzini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Herbie Goes Bananas | Armando Moccia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Lindsay Wagner: Another Side of Me | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Halloween with the New Addams Family | Mikey/Mr. Grimm | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Big Bus | Barber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Adventures of the Queen | Bill Schuster | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Twice in a Lifetime | Carlos | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Herbie Rides Again | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Six Million Dollar Man: The Solid Gold Kidnapping | 2nd Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The World's Greatest Athlete | Games spectator | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | When the Legends Die | Meo | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Napoleon and Samantha | Dimetri the Clown | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Bull of the West | Gilly | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Godfather | Nazorine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou | Mr. Bob | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Aristocats | Italian Cat (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Boatniks | Pepe Galindo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Cactus Flower | Señor Arturo Sánchez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Head | I. Vitteloni | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | How Sweet It Is! | Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Secret War of Harry Frigg | Col. Enrico Ferrucci | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Caper of the Golden Bulls | François Morel | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Warning Shot | Designer | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | What Did You Do in the War, Daddy? | Frederico | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Blindfold | Michelangelo Vincenti | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Von Ryan's Express | Peppino, Italian Train Engineer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Pleasure Seekers | Neighborhood Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Rio Conchos | Mexican Bandit | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Wild and Wonderful | Andre | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | Captain Newman, M.D. | Maj. Alfredo Fortuno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Courtship of Eddie's Father | Flute Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two Weeks in Another Town | Assistant Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Priest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Master of the World | Topage | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Gold of the Seven Saints | Gondara's Cook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Where the Boys Are | Maitre D' of The Tropical Isle (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Facts of Life | Fishing Boat Driver (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Pay or Die! | Officer Simonetti | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The Black Orchid | Paul Gallo (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Party Girl | Hotel Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Broken Star | Pepe | Hit | Similar → |
| 1955 | Conquest of Space | Sanella | Average | Similar → |
| 1954 | Shield for Murder | Joe the Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Assignment: Paris | Italian Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Fabulous Senorita | Esteban Gonzales | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Capture | Truck Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Criss Cross | Track Usher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Vito Scotti - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vito Scotti?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vito Scotti is "The Haunting of Harrington House" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Vito Scotti acted in?
Vito Scotti has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vito Scotti?
Other notable films include "The Boy from Dead Man's Bayou", "Lindsay Wagner: Another Side of Me", and "The Godfather".