Scott Thomas
School
The Juilliard School
Expertise
Movies, TV, Comic Books
- Scott Thomas has worked in the film industry both as a writer and actor for more than two decades.
- As a writer, Scott has contributed to StarTrek.com, The Turf, Stereogum, served as an accredited critic for Fantasia Film Festival, and more.
- Scott hosts a weekly podcast on the intersection of pop comics and popular culture called The Infinity Podcast who's guests have included Blank Check's Griffin Newman, filmmaker Adam Egypt Mortimer, and many others.
Experience
Scott Thomas is a writer and performer from Chicago, Illinois now based in Brooklyn, New York. A former Co-Creative director of Experience The Ride, Scott has appeared in Red Dead Redemption 2, HBO's I Know This Much Is True (w/ Mark Ruffalo), A24's Skin (directed by Oscar winner Guy Nattiv) and the viral videos of Patrick (H) Willems. Those collaborations led him to write and tweet about film and television. His takes and pieces have been cited by Uproxx, The Mary Sue, and Vulture among others and he's collaborated with writers from The Athletic, Pitchfork, and more.
Education
Scott Thomas graduated with a BA plus Scholastic Distinction from The Juilliard School, where he studied with and collaborated with artists who would shape Hollywood for the next decade plus — including Oscar Issac, Adam Driver, GLOW creator Carly Mensch, and future Green Lantern star Finn Wittrock. He also learned from Tony-winning playwrights such as Christopher Durang and Marsha Norman.
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Stories By Scott Thomas
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Sure, Lightyear is Andy's favorite movie, but can you trust a six-year-old to have good taste? We investigate, and the answer is ... complicated.
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In his short life, Heath Ledger made a huge impact on cinema, leaving movie fans to question what might have been. These are the late actor's films, ranked.
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Jurassic World Dominion has more of everything, including dinosaurs. See how your favorite clever girl ranks in our definitive list of the film's beasties.
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From breakout TV star to Marvel superhero and beyond, here are 14 of Chris Pratt's best and most rewatchable movies.
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Netflix's beloved series has returned with memorable moments and a few missteps. Here are the best and worst things about Stranger Things Season 4, Part 1.
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Can't get enough of Chip 'n Dale's meta animated antics? Here are 11 movies that have the spirit of the Disney+ hit.
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Whether he was playing a crooked cop or a sociopathic gangster, no one lit up the screen quite like Ray Liotta. These are his very best films.
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"The Staircase" is a masterclass in dramatizing true-life documentaries. Here are 12 shows you need to watch after you finish HBO Max's "The Staircase."
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Chris Hemsworth has distinguished himself as a performer who relishes testing his boundaries. Here are the 14 best Chris Hemsworth movies, ranked.
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Does Marvel's "Moon Knight" make the grade? Here's our ranking of the show's first season episodes.
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The release of Netflix's "Resident Evil" has many fans wondering what happened with 2021's "Resident Evil: Welcome To Raccoon City." Here are some answers.
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Big stars and bigger explosions are Michael Bay's trademarks. Here's our countdown of the director's very best action scenes.
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Paul Dano's filmography is a master class in curation. It jumps from box-office smashes to underappreciated gems. Let's look at 14 of his best roles.
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The Doctor Strange multiverse is a dangerous place. This is what we know about it so far.
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Wanda's descent into evil in "Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" has rocked fans of the MCU. Here's our countdown of the ex-Avenger's darkest moments!
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The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent is a tribute to legendary actor Nicolas Cage. Here are 14 of the best Cage moments from the action-comedy.
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Natasha Lyonne is back for Season 2 of Netflix's "Russian Doll." If you can't get enough of her quirky journey, here are some other shows you need to check out!
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Like Tim Curry before him, Bill Skarsgård made Stephen King's infamous dancing clown his own. Nevertheless, neither actor was a shoo-in for Pennywise.
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Calling Morbius a "mixed bag" may feel generous, but there's some good stuff hidden among all that dross — if you know where to look.
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There are many famous comedic movie duos, but they don't all get the appreciation they deserve. Here are 18 buddy comedies to add to your watchlist.
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From David Simon's return to Baltimore to the beginning of the end for Better Call Saul, these are the films and TV shows we're most excited about this April.
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Best remembered for his manic energy and outlandish comedy, the late Robin Williams was equally adept at dramatic roles. These are his best movies.
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HBO Max's "The Tourist is one of the most original shows in years. Here's our countdown of the quirky crime thriller's characters.
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Every last movie on this list is a banger. Every single one. You should watch them.
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Matt Reeves' The Batman is overflowing with great characters. We had no choice but to rank them all.
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Colin Farrell's small but memorable role as the Penguin in "The Batman" packs a punch. Here's our rundown of Oswald Cobblepot's best and worst moments.
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The opening dance sequence says it all: "Peacemaker" loves all of its characters. Sure, we've ranked them here, but don't get us wrong. They're all important.