Tony Giorgio
ActingAbout Tony Giorgio
Tony Giorgio was born in Herkimer, NY on September 27, 1923. He grew up in Schenectady, NY during The Great Depression and began his career in show business as a professional "amateur", performing magic in talent shows for pay. At the age of twelve, he ran away from home to join a circus and performed magic in the side show. His first appearance in films was as a card dealer in "Big Hand for the Little Lady." He subsequently appeared in over 100 movies and TV shows; won an Emmy for "Ziggy's Gift" and appeared on stage as Big Julie in "Guys and Dolls" starring Milton Berle. His most iconic film appearances were as Bruno Tattaglia in "The Godfather", Frank Palancio in "Magnum Force", and Don Scagnelli in "American Me".
Tony Giorgio Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Tony Giorgio reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Tony Giorgio's work falls within the Crime genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Tony Giorgio'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 Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Tony Giorgio Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tony Giorgio's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Tony Giorgio has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959 | Bruno Tattaglia (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Cop Land | Ceremonial Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | American Me | Don Antonio Scagnelli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Night Train to Terror | Satan (segment "The Night Train") (as Lu Sifer) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Lonely Guy | Writer at Party | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | The Sting II | Rossovich (Macalinski's Man) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ziggy's Gift | Butcher (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Elvis and the Beauty Queen | Mob Figure | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Record City | Mr. F | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Capone | Antonio Lombardo | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Foxy Brown | Eddie | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Magnum Force | Frank Palancio | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Key West | Joseph Canto | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Harry in Your Pocket | 1st Detective | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Incident on a Dark Street | Vincent Romeo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Black Gunn | Ben | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Journey Through the Past | The Grey-Faced Dude | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Godfather | Bruno Tattaglia | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Mission: Impossible - The Falcon | Foyer Guard | Flop | Similar → |
| 1968 | Sol Madrid | Tall Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | A Big Hand for the Little Lady | Steamboat (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Tony Giorgio - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tony Giorgio?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tony Giorgio is "The Godfather: The Complete Epic 1901–1959" with a rating of 8.8/10.
How many movies has Tony Giorgio acted in?
Tony Giorgio has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tony Giorgio?
Other notable films include "The Godfather", "American Me", and "Magnum Force".