Tony Spiridakis is a multi-talented individual born in Queens, New York City, with a diverse range of creative pursuits. As a film director, writer, actor, producer, and playwright, he has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry.
Spiridakis is perhaps best known for his films such as Queens Logic, Tinseltown, The Last Word, If Lucy Fell, and Ash Tuesday. His latest project, Ezra, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and is set to be released nationwide in May 2024.
Throughout his career, Spiridakis has developed scripts for notable actors and producers, including Dustin Hoffman, Richard Dreyfuss, Diane Keaton, Laura Ziskin, Stacey Snider, Mary Parent, and Warren Littlefield. His other notable films include Tinseltown, Noise, Driving to Ground Zero, and If Lucy Fell.
Spiridakis has also ventured into television, co-creating and producing the Fox series The Heights, the CBS crime drama Falcone, and the Netflix legal drama Justice. He has also appeared in numerous TV shows and films, including House, L.A. Law, The Equalizer, Bay City Blues, and Death Wish 3.
In addition to his creative pursuits, Spiridakis is a dedicated educator and founder of the North Fork Arts Center in Greenport, N.Y. He is also the co-founder of the Manhattan Film Institute, an intensive film workshop and mentorship program that has produced nearly 300 short films and transformed the lives of many emerging filmmakers.
As a father of two, Spiridakis is a strong advocate for autism awareness and has been involved in several projects that highlight the importance of understanding and supporting individuals with autism.
