Bill Conti
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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.
Bill Conti Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Bill Conti reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Bill Conti's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 27% of Bill Conti'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 AFI's 100 Years... 100 Songs: America's Greatest Music in the Movies, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Bill Conti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Bill Conti's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Bill Conti has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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".