Vito Scotti
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Vito Giusto Scozzari (January 26, 1918 – June 5, 1996), also known as Vito Scotti, was an American character actor who played both dramatic and comedy roles on Broadway, in films, and later on television, primarily from the late 1930s to the mid-1990s. He was known as a man of a thousand faces for his ability to assume so many divergent roles in more than 200 screen appearances in a career spanning 50 years and for his resourceful portrayals of various ethnic types. Of Italian heritage, he played everything from a Mexican bandit, to a Russian doctor, to a Japanese sailor, to an Indian travel agent. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Vito Scotti reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Vito Scotti's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Vito Scotti remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Godfather, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Vito Scotti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vito Scotti's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Vito Scotti.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Get Shorty | Manager at Vesuvio's | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | National Lampoon's Loaded Weapon 1 | Tailor | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Beverly Hills Brats | Jerry | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Stewardess School | Carl Stromboli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Pinocchio | Antonio | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Chu Chu and the Philly Flash | Vittorio | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | The Ghosts of Buxley Hall | Count Sergio Luchesi Di Gonzini | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Herbie Goes Bananas | Armando Moccia | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Zero to Sixty | Benny | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Halloween with the New Addams Family | Mikey/Mr. Grimm | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Big Bus | Barber | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Adventures of the Queen | Bill Schuster | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Herbie Rides Again | Taxi Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | How to Seduce a Woman | Bill | Flop | Similar → |
| 1973 | The Six Million Dollar Man: The Solid Gold Kidnapping | 2nd Taxi Driver | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | The World's Greatest Athlete | Games spectator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | When the Legends Die | Meo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Napoleon and Samantha | Dimetri the Clown | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Bull of the West | Gilly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Godfather | Nazorine | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Aristocats | Italian Cat (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | The Boatniks | Pepe Galindo | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Cactus Flower | Señor Arturo Sánchez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Head | I. Vitteloni | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | How Sweet It Is! | Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Secret War of Harry Frigg | Col. Enrico Ferrucci | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Caper of the Golden Bulls | François Morel | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Warning Shot | Designer | Average | Similar → |
| 1966 | Blindfold | Michelangelo Vincenti | Average | Similar → |
| 1965 | Von Ryan's Express | Peppino, Italian Train Engineer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | The Pleasure Seekers | Neighborhood Man | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Rio Conchos | Mexican Bandit | Average | Similar → |
| 1964 | Wild and Wonderful | Andre | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | Captain Newman, M.D. | Maj. Alfredo Fortuno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Courtship of Eddie's Father | Flute Player (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1962 | Two Weeks in Another Town | Assistant Director | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Pocketful of Miracles | Priest (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Master of the World | Topage | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Gold of the Seven Saints | Gondara's Cook (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Where the Boys Are | Maitre D' of The Tropical Isle (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | Pay or Die! | Officer Simonetti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Party Girl | Hotel Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Broken Star | Pepe | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Conquest of Space | Sanella | Average | Similar → |
| 1955 | Sabaka | Rama | Flop | Similar → |
| 1954 | Shield for Murder | Joe the Bartender | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Assignment: Paris | Italian Reporter (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1952 | The Fabulous Senorita | Esteban Gonzales | Average | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Capture | Truck Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | Criss Cross | Track Usher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
Vito Scotti - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vito Scotti?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vito Scotti is "The Godfather" with a rating of 8.7/10.
How many movies has Vito Scotti acted in?
Vito Scotti has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vito Scotti?
Other notable films include "How Sweet It Is!", "The Aristocats", and "Pocketful of Miracles".