
Ridley Scott
Born
1937-11-30
Place of birth
South Shields, County Durham, England, UK
Biography
Sir Ridley Scott (born 30 November 1937) is an English film director, screenwriter and producer. He directs films in the science fiction, crime, and historical epic genres with an atmospheric and highly concentrated visual style. He ranks among the highest-grossing directors, with his films grossing a cumulative $5 billion worldwide. He has received many accolades, including the BAFTA Fellowship for Lifetime Achievement in 2018, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Golden Globe Award. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 2003 and appointed a Knight Grand Cross by King Charles III in 2024. An ...
Known for

The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing
Self

Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner
Self

James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction
Self

Keepers of the Covenant: Making 'Exodus: Gods and Kings'
Self

Trespassing Bergman
Self

The Beast Within: Making Alien
Self

Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter
Self

Thelma & Louise: The Last Journey
Self

Strength and Honor: Creating the World of 'Gladiator'
Self

Prophets of Science Fiction
Himself - Presenter

The Furious Gods: Making Prometheus
Self

The Alien Legacy
Self

The Alien Saga
Self (archive footage)

On the Edge of 'Blade Runner'
Self

Laddie: The Man Behind the Movies
Self