Tony McNamara is a distinguished Australian writer and producer, celebrated for his sharp, witty scripts in The Favourite and Poor Things. Starting in theater, he transitioned to television, creating The Great and writing for shows like Doctor Doctor. His film career soared with The Favourite, earning an Oscar nomination, followed by another for Poor Things, both with Yorgos Lanthimos, who chose him after reviewing hundreds of playwrights, finding his match in McNamara. He co-wrote Cruella (2021) and is scripting a Star Wars film and Evangeline. His style blends historical settings with modern humor, and he directed The Rage in Placid Lake.
Ashby(2015)
The Rage in Placid Lake(2003)
The Roses(2025)
Poor Things(2023)
The Great(2020)
Doctor Doctor(2016)
The Favourite(2018)
Puberty Blues(2012)
Danny Deckchair(2003)
Angst(2000)
September(2007)
Dating the Enemy(1996)
The Roses: A Special Look(2025)as Self - Screenwriter
Front Row Flynn(2018)as Self
The Oscars(2024)as Self - Nominee
Variety Awards Circuit(2020)as Self - Guest
81st Golden Globe Awards(2024)as Self - Nominee
