Scott Wilson
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Scott Wilson (March 29, 1942 – October 6, 2018) was an American film and television actor. Wilson has more than 50 film credits from the 1960s to the 2010s, including In the Heat of the Night, In Cold Blood, The Great Gatsby, Dead Man Walking, Pearl Harbor, and Junebug.In 1980, Wilson received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture for his role in The Ninth Configuration.From 2011 to 2013, Wilson was a main cast member on the AMC television series, The Walking Dead,in which he played veterinarian and Greene family patriarch Hershel Greene. Wilson was well-known especially for his recurring role on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation as casino mogul Sam Braun, the father of investigator Catherine Willows.
Scott Wilson Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Scott Wilson 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 Scott Wilson's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Scott Wilson'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 In the Heat of the Night, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Scott Wilson Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Scott Wilson's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Scott Wilson has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Walking Dead: The Return | Hershel Greene (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Hostiles | Cyrus Lounde | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking | Hershel Greene (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Dorfman in Love | Winston Cooke Sr. | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Five | Bill (Older) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Radio Free Albemuth | President Fremont | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Big Stan | Warden Gasque | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Heartbreak Kid | Boo | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon | Eugene | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Sensation of Sight | Tucker | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Host | Douglas | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Saving Shiloh | Judd Travers | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Come Early Morning | Lowell Fowler | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Junebug | Eugene | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Monster | Horton / Last "John" | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Last Samurai | Ambassador Swanbeck | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | I Was a Teenage Faust | Minion | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Don't Let Go | Jimmy Ray Stevens | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Pearl Harbor | George Marshall | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The Way of the Gun | Hale Chidduck | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Shiloh 2: Shiloh Season | Judd Travers | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Jack Bull | Governor | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Clay Pigeons | Sheriff Dan Mooney | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | G.I. Jane | C.O. Salem | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Shiloh | Judd Travers | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Grass Harp | Eugene Fenwick | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Dead Man Walking | Chaplain Farley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Judge Dredd | Pa Angel | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Tall Tale: The Unbelievable Adventure | Zeb | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Geronimo: An American Legend | Redondo | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Flesh and Bone | Elliot | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Pure Luck | Frank Grimes | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | The Exorcist III | Dr. Temple | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Young Guns II | Governor Lewis Wallace | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Johnny Handsome | Mikey Chalmette | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Jesse | Sam Maloney | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | The Tracker | John 'Red Jack' Stillwell | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Malone | Paul Barlow | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | The Aviator | Jerry Stiller | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Year of the Quiet Sun | Norman | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Right Stuff | Scott Crossfield | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Ninth Configuration | Capt. Billy Cutshaw | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Great Gatsby | George Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Lolly-Madonna XXX | Thrush Feather | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The New Centurions | Gus | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Grissom Gang | Slim Grissom | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | The Gypsy Moths | Malcolm Webson | Average | Similar → |
| 1969 | Castle Keep | Cpl. Clearboy | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | In Cold Blood | Richard 'Dick' Hickcock | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | In the Heat of the Night | Harvey Oberst | Super Hit | Similar → |
Scott Wilson - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Scott Wilson?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Scott Wilson is "In the Heat of the Night" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Scott Wilson acted in?
Scott Wilson has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Scott Wilson?
Other notable films include "The Last Samurai", "In Cold Blood", and "The Right Stuff".