Todd Phillips
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Todd Phillips (born Todd Philip Bunzl; December 19, 1970) is an American filmmaker. Phillips began his career in 1993 and directed films in the 2000s such as Road Trip, Old School, Starsky & Hutch, and School for Scoundrels. He came to wider prominence in the early 2010s for directing The Hangover film series. In 2019, he co-wrote and directed the psychological thriller film Joker, based on the DC Comics character of the same name, which premiered at the 76th Venice International Film Festival where it received the top prize, the Golden Lion. Joker went on to earn Phillips three Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay, with his co-writer Scott Silver, his second, third, and fourth Academy Award nominations after also being nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay for Borat at the 79th Academy Awards.
Todd Phillips Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Todd Phillips reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 10 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Todd Phillips's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Todd Phillips'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 Joker: Put on a Happy Face, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Todd Phillips Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Todd Phillips's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Todd Phillips has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Joker: Put on a Happy Face | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Lennon or McCartney | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Wolfpack Only: The Hangover Retrospective | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Hangover Part III | Mr. Creepy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Hangover Part II | Mr. Creepy (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Due Date | Barry | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Hangover | Mr. Creepy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Old School: Orientation | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Old School | Gang Bang Guy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Road Trip | Foot Lover | Average | Similar → |
Todd Phillips - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Todd Phillips?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Todd Phillips is "Joker: Put on a Happy Face" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Todd Phillips acted in?
Todd Phillips has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Todd Phillips?
Other notable films include "The Hangover", "Old School: Orientation", and "Old School".