Tony Spiridakis

Tony Spiridakis, born in Queens, New York City, is a multifaceted American-Greek filmmaker, recognized for his contributions as a director, writer, actor, producer, and playwright. He has garnered acclaim for his films, including *Queens Logic*, *Tinseltown*, *The Last Word*, *If Lucy Fell*, and *Ash Tuesday*. Notably, he wrote and produced *Ezra*, a poignant narrative about a struggling comedian and his autistic son embarking on a road trip. This film, featuring talents like Bobby Cannavale, Robert De Niro, and Rose Byrne, debuted at the Toronto International Film Festival and is set for a theatrical release by Bleecker Street in May 2024.

Throughout his career, Spiridakis has crafted scripts for prominent actors such as Dustin Hoffman and Diane Keaton, and collaborated with renowned producers including Laura Ziskin. His filmography extends to *Driving to Ground Zero*, *Noise*, and the adaptation of his acclaimed play *Self Storage* into *Tinseltown*, both starring Ron Perlman.

In television, Spiridakis co-created the Fox series *The Heights* alongside Oscar winner Eric Roth, and contributed to CBS’s *Falcone* with Robert Moresco. An alumnus of the Yale School of Drama, he has appeared in various television series and films, including *House* and *Full Metal Jacket*.

Currently, he serves as a writer and consulting producer on MGM+’s *Earth Abides*, while adapting Sandy Greenberg's memoir, *Hello Darkness, My Old Friend*. Spiridakis is also the founder of the North Fork Arts Center and co-founder of the Manhattan Film Institute, dedicated to nurturing emerging filmmakers. A father of two, he is a passionate advocate for autism awareness.