George C. Scott
Birth Place: Wise, VA, USA
Latest News on George C. Scott:
Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, & More Join Ti West's EBENEZER: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Dec 17, 2025)
Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf and Christopher Abbott to Star in DEATH OF A SALESMAN Revival (Dec 1, 2025)
Actress and Broadway League Alum Harriet Slaughter Dies at 88 (Nov 24, 2025)
Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, & More Join Ti West's EBENEZER: A CHRISTMAS CAROL (Dec 17, 2025)
Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf and Christopher Abbott to Star in DEATH OF A SALESMAN Revival (Dec 1, 2025)
Actress and Broadway League Alum Harriet Slaughter Dies at 88 (Nov 24, 2025)
STAGE CREDITS
Productions
Movies
Anatomy of a Murder
[ 1959 ] Claude Dancer
[ 1959 ] Claude Dancer
The Hanging Tree
[ 1959 ] George Grubb
[ 1959 ] George Grubb
The Hustler
[ 1961 ] Bert Gordon
[ 1961 ] Bert Gordon
The List of Adrian Messenger
[ 1963 ] Anthony Gethryn
[ 1963 ] Anthony Gethryn
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
[ 1964 ] GeneralBuckTurgidson
[ 1964 ] GeneralBuckTurgidson
The Yellow Rolls-Royce
[ 1964 ] Paolo Maltese
[ 1964 ] Paolo Maltese
Not with My Wife, You Don't!
[ 1966 ] TankMartin
[ 1966 ] TankMartin
The Bible: In the Beginning...
[ 1966 ] Abraham
[ 1966 ] Abraham
The Flim-Flam Man
[ 1967 ] Mordecai
[ 1967 ] Mordecai
Petulia
[ 1968 ] Dr. Archie Bollen
[ 1968 ] Dr. Archie Bollen
Patton
[ 1970 ] General George S. Patton Jr.
[ 1970 ] General George S. Patton Jr.
The Hospital
[ 1971 ] Dr. Herbert Bock
[ 1971 ] Dr. Herbert Bock
The Last Run
[ 1971 ] Harry Garmes
[ 1971 ] Harry Garmes
They Might Be Giants
[ 1971 ] Justin
[ 1971 ] Justin
Rage
[ 1972 ] Dan Logan
[ 1972 ] Dan Logan
The New Centurions
[ 1972 ] Kilvinski
[ 1972 ] Kilvinski
The Day of the Dolphin
[ 1973 ] Jake Terrell
[ 1973 ] Jake Terrell
The Savage Is Loose
[ 1974 ] John
[ 1974 ] John
The Bank Shot
[ 1974 ] Walter Upjohn Ballentine
[ 1974 ] Walter Upjohn Ballentine
The Hindenburg
[ 1975 ] Colonel Franz Ritter
[ 1975 ] Colonel Franz Ritter
Crossed Swords
[ 1977 ] Ruffler
[ 1977 ] Ruffler
Hardcore
[ 1979 ] Jake VanDorn
[ 1979 ] Jake VanDorn
The Formula
[ 1980 ] Barney Caine
[ 1980 ] Barney Caine
The Changeling
[ 1980 ] John Russell
[ 1980 ] John Russell
Taps
[ 1981 ] General Harlan Bache
[ 1981 ] General Harlan Bache
Firestarter
[ 1984 ] John Rainbird
[ 1984 ] John Rainbird
The Exorcist III
[ 1990 ] Kinderman
[ 1990 ] Kinderman
The Rescuers Down Under
[ 1990 ] McLeach
[ 1990 ] McLeach
Malice
[ 1993 ] Dr. Kessler
[ 1993 ] Dr. Kessler
Angus
[ 1995 ] Grandpa Ivan
[ 1995 ] Grandpa Ivan
Gloria
[ 1999 ] Ruby
[ 1999 ] Ruby
TV Shows
Mr. President
President Samuel Arthur Tresch
President Samuel Arthur Tresch
Awards and Nominations
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Honorary Awards
George C. Scott
winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1996 - Best Actor - Play
George C. Scott, Inherit the Wind
Tony Awards - 1996 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
George C. Scott , Inherit the Wind
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Actor - Play
George C. Scott, Wrong Turn at Lungfish
Drama Desk Awards - 1983 - Outstanding Director of a Play
George C. Scott , Present Laughter
Tony Awards - 1976 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
George C. Scott , Death of a Salesman
Tony Awards - 1974 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
George C. Scott, Uncle Vanya
winner
Obie Awards - 1963 - Best Actor
George C. Scott, Desire Under the Elms
Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
George C. Scott, The Andersonville Trial
winner
Drama Desk Awards - 1958 - Best Performance
George C. Scott, Children of Darkness
winner
Obie Awards - 1958 - Best Actor
George C. Scott, Richard III
winner
Obie Awards - 1958 - Best Actor
George C. Scott, As You Like It
winner
Obie Awards - 1958 - Best Actor
George C. Scott, Children of Darkness
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1958 - Performance
George C. Scott, Richard III
Videos
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Chats His New Role on PENNY DREADFUL: CITY OF ANGELS, Terrence McNally, His Stage Career, and More!
by Stephi Wild - 2020-04-12 18:05:18
VIDEO: 30 Days of Tony, Day 17: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Tonys
by A.A. Cristi - 2018-05-28 12:00:48
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Talks ANGELS IN AMERICA and Tony Award Dos and Don'ts
by Stephi Wild - 2018-05-15 05:35:11
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Visits THE VIEW to Discuss ANGELS IN AMERICA, Trump, & More!
by Macon Prickett - 2018-04-17 12:03:53
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Talks What's Wrong With the Oscars and His Physical Confrontation with Harvey Weinstein
by Stephi Wild - 2018-03-06 09:55:57
VIDEO: Nathan Lane Talks ANGELS IN AMERICA and Passing the 'Timon' Torch to Billy Eichner
by Stephi Wild - 2018-02-10 11:29:46
TV Exclusive: Backstage with Richard Ridge- SAG Foundation Conversations Series with Nathan Lane!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2015-06-28 12:00:48
TV Exclusive: Talking to the 2013 Tony Winners - Courtney B. Vance
by Robert Diamond - 2013-06-22 11:00:01
News
Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, & More Join Ti West's EBENEZER: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, Sam Clafin, and more have joined the forthcoming film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story from director Ti West. Paramount will release the movie in theaters on November 13, 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, Sam Clafin, and more have joined the forthcoming film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story from director Ti West. Paramount will release the movie in theaters on November 13, 2026.
Nathan Lane, Laurie Metcalf and Christopher Abbott to Star in DEATH OF A SALESMAN Revival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Three-time Tony Award winner Nathan Lane, two-time Tony Award winner Laurie Metcalf, and Christopher Abbott will return to Broadway in Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Three-time Tony Award winner Nathan Lane, two-time Tony Award winner Laurie Metcalf, and Christopher Abbott will return to Broadway in Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman.
Actress and Broadway League Alum Harriet Slaughter Dies at 88
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Harriet Slaughter, a Broadway actress and longtime director of labor relations at the League of American Theater Producers, died on November 12.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Harriet Slaughter, a Broadway actress and longtime director of labor relations at the League of American Theater Producers, died on November 12.
Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen Join Ti West's EBENEZER: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025
Broadway alums Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen have joined the cast of Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, a new film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story from director Ti West.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025
Broadway alums Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen have joined the cast of Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, a new film adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic story from director Ti West.
What Are Notable Broadway Shows About Lawyers?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 25, 2025
Two of the most famous lawyers in modern history are Ross Cellino Jr. and Steve Barnes. A hilarious dark comedy about the law partners, titled Cellino v. Barnes, has been running off-Broadway since last summer, starring Eric William Morris and Noah Weisberg and written by Mike B. Breen and David Rafailedes.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 25, 2025
Two of the most famous lawyers in modern history are Ross Cellino Jr. and Steve Barnes. A hilarious dark comedy about the law partners, titled Cellino v. Barnes, has been running off-Broadway since last summer, starring Eric William Morris and Noah Weisberg and written by Mike B. Breen and David Rafailedes.
Nathan Lane Teases Broadway Return with Director Joe Mantello
by Josh Sharpe - May 9, 2025
With 3 Tony Awards and numerous Broadway credits under his belt, Nathan Lane is heading back to Broadway in a new production directed by Joe Mantello.
by Josh Sharpe - May 9, 2025
With 3 Tony Awards and numerous Broadway credits under his belt, Nathan Lane is heading back to Broadway in a new production directed by Joe Mantello.
Video: Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, & More Star in MID-CENTURY MODERN Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025
Mid-Century Modern, the new sicom featuring Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, and Nathan Lee Graham, has just released its first trailer. All ten episodes of the show drop March 28 on Hulu. Watch the trailer now!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025
Mid-Century Modern, the new sicom featuring Nathan Lane, Matt Bomer, and Nathan Lee Graham, has just released its first trailer. All ten episodes of the show drop March 28 on Hulu. Watch the trailer now!
Comprehensive Guide to Broadway Actors in CBS's Hit Series ELSBETH
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025
With more than twenty episodes having aired so far across its two seasons, BroadwayWorld has put together an exhaustive list of all the Broadway stars we could find who have appeared in CBS' Elsbeth.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025
With more than twenty episodes having aired so far across its two seasons, BroadwayWorld has put together an exhaustive list of all the Broadway stars we could find who have appeared in CBS' Elsbeth.
Interview: Will Lyman Talks Playing Scrooge in Commonwealth Shakespeare Company's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by R. Scott Reedy - Dec 6, 2024
Boston has a long history with “A Christmas Carol.” Victorian-era author Charles Dickens gave his first American reading of the holiday classic at Tremont Temple in December 1867 while he was living just a block away at the Parker House.
by R. Scott Reedy - Dec 6, 2024
Boston has a long history with “A Christmas Carol.” Victorian-era author Charles Dickens gave his first American reading of the holiday classic at Tremont Temple in December 1867 while he was living just a block away at the Parker House.
Video: Nathan Lane Shares Why He's Done Doing Broadway Musicals
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
On a recent visit to the Today Show to promote Spellbound, three-time Tony winner Nathan Lane shed light on why he has decided to move on from performing in Broadway musicals. Watch the interview now!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 12, 2024
On a recent visit to the Today Show to promote Spellbound, three-time Tony winner Nathan Lane shed light on why he has decided to move on from performing in Broadway musicals. Watch the interview now!
William H. Macy to Star In TOO MANY CROOKS
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024
Film Mode Entertainment (FME) and producers Craig Berenson and J. Todd Harris have announced the new crime comedy Too Many Crooks written by Eddie Richey (Phoenix) and starring William H. Macy (Fargo, Shameless). FME is launching the film at AFM where it will have its world market premiere and be introduced to distributors from across the globe.
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024
Film Mode Entertainment (FME) and producers Craig Berenson and J. Todd Harris have announced the new crime comedy Too Many Crooks written by Eddie Richey (Phoenix) and starring William H. Macy (Fargo, Shameless). FME is launching the film at AFM where it will have its world market premiere and be introduced to distributors from across the globe.
Video: Nathan Lane Talks THE LION KING 30th Anniversary; Offers Update on CICADA, CICADA
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2024
Nathan Lane stopped by Late Night With Seth Meyers to discuss his role in the new Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. On the show, he also talked about the recent Hollywood Bowl performance of The Lion King, which celebrated the 30th anniversary of the iconic animated film and provided an update on the imaginary Cicada, Cicada musical.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 9, 2024
Nathan Lane stopped by Late Night With Seth Meyers to discuss his role in the new Netflix series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. On the show, he also talked about the recent Hollywood Bowl performance of The Lion King, which celebrated the 30th anniversary of the iconic animated film and provided an update on the imaginary Cicada, Cicada musical.
Everything We Know About Netflix's SPELLBOUND Musical
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 1, 2024
Spellbound, an animated fantasy musical, will be arriving on November 22. Ahead of its release, BroadwayWorld has collected all the information available about the upcoming film including who's lending their voices to the characters, who wrote the new songs, and where to see it in November.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 1, 2024
Spellbound, an animated fantasy musical, will be arriving on November 22. Ahead of its release, BroadwayWorld has collected all the information available about the upcoming film including who's lending their voices to the characters, who wrote the new songs, and where to see it in November.
Video: Nathan Lane Will Join the Cast of Season 2 of ELSBETH
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024
The CBS series Elsbeth has revealed the first special guest for its second season, and it is none other than Broadway's own Nathan Lane! Check out a teaser video here!
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024
The CBS series Elsbeth has revealed the first special guest for its second season, and it is none other than Broadway's own Nathan Lane! Check out a teaser video here!
Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024
Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2024
Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
Photos: Julian Schlossberg And Friends Celebrate The Release of MY FIRST BOOK- PART 2
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 14, 2024
Legendary stage and screen producer, broadcaster, podcaster and author Julian Schlossberg and friends gathered to celebrate the legendary producer’s 6 decades in show business, and the launch of Schlossberg’s new memoir, My First Book – Part 2, A Producer’s Life Continues. See photos from the event!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 14, 2024
Legendary stage and screen producer, broadcaster, podcaster and author Julian Schlossberg and friends gathered to celebrate the legendary producer’s 6 decades in show business, and the launch of Schlossberg’s new memoir, My First Book – Part 2, A Producer’s Life Continues. See photos from the event!
Julian Schlossberg Releases New Book MY FIRST BOOK - PART 2
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2024
My First Book – Part 2, A Producer's Life Continues, the latest memoir from legendary stage and screen producer Julian Schlossberg, is now available in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook read by the author, from Amazon. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2024
My First Book – Part 2, A Producer's Life Continues, the latest memoir from legendary stage and screen producer Julian Schlossberg, is now available in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook read by the author, from Amazon. Learn more!
Unpack the Tony Awards History of the 2024 Nominated Revivals
by Sidney Paterra - May 18, 2024
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
by Sidney Paterra - May 18, 2024
The results of this season's Tony races are still up in the air, but many of this season's nominated revivals have been through awards season before. How did they fare? The past may not always be the best indicator of the future, but accolades of years past provide interesting insight nonetheless. Check out a complete list of who was nominated, in what categories, and most importantly... if they won!
Barry Bostwick to Host THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW at Kings Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - May 10, 2024
The Rocky Horror Picture Show will come to life at Kings Theatre on Halloween this year as part of its 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. Actor Barry Bostwick will host this live interactive musical comedy experience. This stop on the tour is one of over 40 stops in cities across the country where the cult classic will be brought back to life as The Shadow Cast hilariously acts out the movie on stage while the movie plays on screen.
by Josh Sharpe - May 10, 2024
The Rocky Horror Picture Show will come to life at Kings Theatre on Halloween this year as part of its 49th Anniversary Spectacular Tour. Actor Barry Bostwick will host this live interactive musical comedy experience. This stop on the tour is one of over 40 stops in cities across the country where the cult classic will be brought back to life as The Shadow Cast hilariously acts out the movie on stage while the movie plays on screen.
Faye Dunaway and Harvey Keitel to Appear in Supernatural Romance Film
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2024
According to reports, Faye Dunaway and Harvey Keitel will be starring together in a new supernatural romance film from director Jonathan Baker. Actor Andrew McCarthy of The Blacklist will also be appearing in the film. The plot of the movie, titled Fate, is being kept under wraps but is reported to be set at a 'Vista hotel', taking its inspiration from the historic Vista Theatre in Los Angeles, now owned by Quentin Tarantino.
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2024
According to reports, Faye Dunaway and Harvey Keitel will be starring together in a new supernatural romance film from director Jonathan Baker. Actor Andrew McCarthy of The Blacklist will also be appearing in the film. The plot of the movie, titled Fate, is being kept under wraps but is reported to be set at a 'Vista hotel', taking its inspiration from the historic Vista Theatre in Los Angeles, now owned by Quentin Tarantino.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has George C. Scott been in?
George C. Scott has appeared on Broadway in 14 shows.
How many West End shows has George C. Scott been in?
George C. Scott has not appeared in the West End
What awards has George C. Scott been nominated for?
George C. Scott has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. He has received Honorary Awards from the Drama Desk Awards. He was also nominated for Best Actor - Play by the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in "Inherit the Wind" and "Wrong Turn at Lungfish". Additionally, he received nominations for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Inherit the Wind", "Death of a Salesman", and "Uncle Vanya". Scott also won the Best Actor category at the Obie Awards for his roles in "Desire Under the Elms", "Richard III", and "As You Like It". He was nominated for Outstanding Director of a Play by the Drama Desk Awards for "Present Laughter". Scott's other nominations include Best Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for "Children of Darkness" and a Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for "Richard III".
What awards has George C. Scott won?
George C. Scott has won several awards throughout his career. He has received Honorary Awards from the Drama Desk Awards. He won the Best Actor - Play award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for his performance in "Inherit the Wind." He also won the Best Actor award from the Obie Awards for his roles in "Desire Under the Elms," "Richard III," "As You Like It," and "Children of Darkness." Additionally, he received the Best Performance award from the Drama Desk Awards for "Children of Darkness" and the Performance award from the Theatre World Awards for "Richard III."
Videos