7 Scott Speedman movies you definitely shouldn’t miss

Scott Speedman is a Canadian actor and model. He is known for playing the role of Ben Covington in the drama series, Felicity. He is also known for playing the role of Michael Corvin in the gothic horror and action movie, Underworld. Scott Speedman has worked in both movies and shows since the early aughts, and some of his work includes movies like Dark Blue, The Vow, and others. A few years back, he returned to Grey’s Anatomy as a main character after playing a guest role earlier. Speedman has also worked in shows like You and Teacup. Here are 7 of Scott Speedman’s must-watch movies.

Cellar Door, Citizen Gangster, and other must-watch movies of Scott Speedman

1. Underworld

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Directed by Len Wiseman, this action and horror movie is based on a story by Kevin Grevioux, Wiseman, and Danny McBride. The movie features Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Michael Sheen, and others. The movie focuses on the secret history of vampires and Lycans, who have been waging a war against each other since generations. The film revolves around Selene (Beckinsale), who is a vampire Death Dealer and hunts and kills Lycans, even though the vampires have killed the Lycans’ leader and the vampires seem to have gained the upper hand. However, she gets attracted to a human, Michael Corvin (Scott Speedman), who is being targeted by the Lycans. When Michael gets bitten by a Lycan, Selene has to decide if she wants to do her duty and kill him or go against her clan’s orders and save him. While the movie received mixed reviews, it went on to be a surprise hit and even has a sequel a few years later. A few critics praised the movie’s Gothic atmosphere and the extensive mythology that was featured in the movie and gave it more depth. Speedman delivers his most memorable role as Michael in the movie, and the actor proves that he can take on complex movies. The film is entertaining and engaging and is powered by Beckinsale and Speedman’s stellar performances.

2. Citizen Gangster

Starring Scott Speedman, Kelly Reilly, and others, this Canadian biographical drama movie is directed and written by Nathan Morlando. The movie revolves around the life of Canadian gangster and alleged murderer Edwin Alonzo Boyd. Scott Speedman delivers a dedicated performance as Boyd and truly embodies the many layers of his complex character. The movie showcases how Boyd became a gangster as he started out as a World War II veteran but was disillusioned by his bus driver job and the increasing financial difficulties that he was facing in life. He decides to rob a bank in desperation, and that begins Canada’s most infamous crime spree. Boyd also goes on to form a gang, and the movie is an interesting and thrilling watch. The movie not only looks at the infamous exploits of Boyd in public life but also his deteriorating personal life as his marriage becomes strained. Speedman delivers a scene-stealing performance as the real-life gangster and proves that he can play the lead role in a movie and take on biographical roles as well. The actor shows nuance and dedication in his portrayal of Boyd, and the movie is an engaging watch. The movie received positive reviews for its detailed examination of the real-life person, and Speedman even garnered a nomination at the Genie Awards for the Best Actor category.

3. The Strangers

Directed by Bryan Bertino and starring Liv Tyler and Scott Speedman, this psychological horror movie is also written by Bertino. The movie focuses on a couple, Kristen and James, played by Tyler and Speedman, respectively, who decide to stay at a vacation home. However, their holiday is interrupted when three masked intruders, played by Kip Weeks, Gemma Ward, and Laura Margolis, enter their home at night. The movie was a sleeper hit and is now considered a cult classic. It was appreciated for its atmosphere and tension, even though it received mixed reviews for its script. The movie also had a sequel and a standalone sequel of trilogies. The film is inspired by real-life incidents like the Manson Family Tate murders and a series of break-ins that Bertino experienced in his neighborhood as a child. Scott Speedman delivers one of his career-best performances in the movie as James and embodies the tension and horror that James is going through due to the presence of the intruders. The actor was also nominated for a Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie Actor in a Horror/Thriller for his role. The movie was noted for its grim realism and its commentary upon the rural area being filled with criminals as well and not being a utopian space.

4. Cellar Door

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Starring Jordana Brewster, Scott Speedman, Laurence Fishburne, and others, this thriller movie is directed by Vaughn Stein. The movie is written by Sam Scott and Lori Evans Taylor. Scott Speedman plays the role of John, and the movie focuses on John and Sera (Brewster), who are a couple in love and are expecting a child together. The two are on the hunt for a house, and after many struggles, they come across a mysterious man called Emmett (Fishburne), who has a secluded and grand estate. Emmett agrees to give his house to the couple under the condition that they never open the cellar door. The couple is eager to get a home, and they agree to his peculiar demand. Once inside the house, they begin to experience strange events, and during the housewarming party, a stranger comes and warns them about the house. John becomes increasingly curious and wants to know the secret behind the cellar door. The movie, therefore, has hints of the thriller and the horrifying in the movie. Speedman delivers a stellar performance as John, who is haunted by his past guilts and sins and is frustrated with the challenges he is facing in his life. The actor proves that he can play complex and challenging roles as well.

5. Sharp Stick

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Directed by Lena Dunham and starring Kristine Froseth, Jon Bernthal, and Scott Speedman, this adult comedy is also written and produced by Dunham, who also stars in the movie. The movie is about Sarah Jo (Froseth), who babysits for a family of two parents, Heather and Josh, and their son Zach, who has Down Syndrome. Sarah Jo has a mother who has a pessimistic view on love and men and only believes in having one-night stands. Sarah Jo takes a fancy to Josh and flirts with him, leading to the two getting intimate. The movie is a rambunctious comedy as Sarah Jo begins an adventure to explore herself and her desires. While the movie had mixed reviews, it was an exploration of feminine desire and has the perfect balance of humor. Scott Speedman plays the role of Vance Leroy, who is an adult movie actor and is someone whom Sarah Jo looks upon and admires. Speedman might have a secondary role in the movie, but his role is important. Speedman’s character gives Sarah Jo the confidence to explore her desires and write it out in a letter and send it to Leroy. Speedman steps into a different kind of role in this movie and delivers a dedicated performance.

6. Best Sellers

Starring Michael Caine, Aubrey Plaza, Scott Speedman, and others, this comedy and drama movie is directed by Lina Roessler. The movie focuses on a young Lucy Stanbridge (Plaza), who is a publisher and has inherited her father’s once successful publishing house. However, the publishing house is now in a mess and has had a streak of recent disastrous releases. In order to keep her company afloat, Lucy decides to hunt a list of former best-selling authors and finds the name of Harris Shaw (Caine), who owes them a book. While Harris has a reputation for being difficult and Lucy is dissuaded from pursuing him, she does not back down and asks Harris for an unpublished manuscript and to go on tour with her. The film is a feel-good movie as Lucy and Harris begin to share a warm bond, and the movie is a must-watch for all those who love books. Scott Speedman plays the role of Jack Sinclair, who Lucy decides to hand over her publishing house to as Harris is not giving a reply. However, when Harris agrees, Lucy breaks off the contract with Jack. As the movie progresses, Lucy and Jack begin to fall for each other as well. Speedman once again proves that he can play the handsome romantic lead comfortably and gives a dedicated performance. Even though Speedman has a secondary role, he does a stellar job.

7. Barefoot

Directed by Andrew Fleming and starring Evan Rachel Wood, Scott Speedman, and others, this romantic comedy-drama movie is a remake of the 2005 German movie, Barfuss. The movie is written by Stephen Zotnowski, which also inspired the German movie. The film revolves around Jay (Speedman), who is the “black sheep” son of a rich family. He works as a janitor at a psychiatric hospital in Los Angeles because of his probation. During his term at the hospital, he meets a patient called Daisy, who has been raised in isolation. The two begin to share a bond, and Jay takes Daisy to his home for his brother’s wedding. Jay wants Daisy to come with him so that his family thinks that he has straightened himself out and is trying to improve his life. However, he gets to know that Daisy was in the hospital for killing her mother. The movie is lighthearted and has a lot of shenanigans. It is entertaining, and Scott Speedman delivers a dedicated performance as Jay. The actor embodies the role and proves that he can play the romantic lead and displays his acting prowess. While the film received mixed reviews, it is a fresh and breezy movie that anyone can watch for a casual movie night.