Bill Conti
SoundAbout Bill Conti
Bill Conti (born April 13, 1942) is an American composer and conductor. He is best known for his film scores, including Rocky (1976), Rocky II (1979), Rocky III (1982), Rocky V (1990), Rocky Balboa (2006), The Karate Kid (1984), The Karate Kid Part II (1986), The Karate Kid Part III (1989), The Next Karate Kid (1994), For Your Eyes Only (1981), Dynasty (and its sequel The Colbys), and The Right Stuff (1983), which earned him an Academy Award for Best Original Score. He also received nominations in the Best Original Song category for "Gonna Fly Now" from Rocky and for the title song of For Your Eyes Only. He was the musical director at the Academy Awards a record nineteen times.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Bill Conti reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Bill Conti's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Bill Conti remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs: America's Greatest Music in the Movies, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Bill Conti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Conti's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Bill Conti.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Stallone: Frank, That Is | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Rocky Saga: Going the Distance | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Staccato: A Composer's Notebook with Bill Conti | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs: America's Greatest Music in the Movies | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Bond Sound: The Music of 007 | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Silhouettes: The James Bond Titles | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Inside the Golden Statue | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Slow Dancing In The Big City | Rehearsal Pianist | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Film Tribute Vol.3 | Rocky | Flop | Similar → |
Bill Conti - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Bill Conti?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Bill Conti is "AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs: America's Greatest Music in the Movies" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Bill Conti acted in?
Bill Conti has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Bill Conti?
Other notable films include "40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic", "John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs", and "The Bond Sound: The Music of 007".