The films of Tony Scott
In the action-thriller, a freight train barrels toward a city, and a veteran engineer and a young conductor must try to stop it before it's too late. The movie, which also starred Rosario Dawson, received mostly favorable reviews, earning it a "certified fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3"
Denzel Washington appeared in many of Tony Scott's films, including 2009's "The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3," an action movie that explores what happens when armed men hijack a New York City subway train, holding the passengers hostage in return for a ransom. The movie, a remake of the original 1974 film, also featured John Travolta, John Turturro and Luis Guzman.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Deja Vu"
In 2006, Tony Scott directed Denzel Washington once again in "Deja Vu," which co-starred Paula Patton and Val Kilmer. Washington portrays an Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms agent who goes back in time to save a woman from being murdered.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Man on Fire"
The Tony Scott-directed film, "Man on Fire," hit theaters in 2004, starring Denzel Washington and a young Dakota Fanning. Based on the 1980 novel of the same name by A. J. Quinnell, the movie followed a CIA agent-turned-bodyguard.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Spy Game"
Hollywood heavyweights Brad Pitt and Robert Redford starred in Tony Scott's 2001 film, "Spy Game," which centered around a retired CIA agent.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Enemy of the State"
Tony Scott's "Enemy of the State" followed a group of National Security Agency agents who kill a U.S. congressman and try to cover up the murder. The 1998 film featured Will Smith, Gene Hackman and Jon Voight. It debuted in the No. 2 slot at the box office.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"The Fan"
Tony Scott directed Robert De Niro in 1996's "The Fan," which also featured Wesley Snipes and Ellen Barkin. The psychological thriller focused on baseball and the intense devotion of some of the sport's fans.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Crimson Tide"
Denzel Washington and Gene Hackman graced the big screen in 1995's "Crimson Tide," directed by Tony Scott. The movie was scored by Hans Zimmer, who took home a Grammy for the main theme. It received three Oscar nominations: editing, sound and sound editing.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"True Romance"
Quentin Tarantino wrote the Tony Scott-directed film, "True Romance," which hit theaters in 1993. Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette starred in the romantic-crime flick, which featured an ensemble of Dennis Hopper, Val Kilmer, Gary Oldman, Brad Pitt, Christopher Walken, Chris Penn, Samuel L. Jackson and James Gandolfini, among others.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"The Last Boy Scout"
Bruce Willis and Damon Wayans led the cast of Tony Scott's 1991 movie, "The Last Boy Scout," about a a cynical detective who links up with an ex-quarterback to try to solve a murder case. The movie was nominated for two MTV Movie Awards: best action sequence and best on-screen duo.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Revenge"
Kevin Costner starred in Tony Scott's 1990 crime-drama, "Revenge," which also featured Anthony Quinn and Madeleine Stowe.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Days of Thunder"
One-time real-life couple Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman starred in Tony Scott's 1990 movie, "Days of Thunder," about a young stock car driver who gets his chance to race in high-level competitions.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Beverly Hills Cop II"
In 1987, Eddie Murphy returned for the "Beverly Hills Cop" sequel, this time directed by Tony Scott.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"Top Gun"
Tony Scott directed the 1986 film, "Top Gun," which starred Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards and Meg Ryan. The film was a box office success and also scored four Oscar nominations, winning best original song for "Take My Breath Away."In December 2011, Cruise told MTV News that he and Scott were in talks about possibly shooting a sequel.
Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012
"The Hunger"
The 1983 British horror film, "The Hunger," marked Tony Scott's directorial debut. Starring Susan Sarandon, Catherine Deneuve and David Bowie, the movie followed a tricky love triangle that involves a doctor and a vampire couple.Pictures: Tony Scott - 1944-2012