Vito Scotti

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Characters played by Vito Scotti

Nazorine — The Godfather (1972)

Bakery owner who requests Don Corleone's favor.

Taxi Driver — Herbie Rides Again (1974)

Local cab operator navigating city streets alongside Herbie.

Señor Arturo Sánchez — Cactus Flower (1969)

A Latin diplomat at the United Nations and one of Julian's patients. After Stephanie gains confidence, she accepts his romantic attention, attends a ball with him, and invites him to the club. His presence helps expose the changing attractions among Stephanie, Igor, Julian, and Toni.

Manager at Vesuvio's — Get Shorty (1995)

Restaurant manager overseeing operations.

Peppino, Italian Train Engineer — Von Ryan's Express (1965)

The Italian engineer operating the prisoner train. Alongside Captain Oriani, Peppino tells Ryan and Fincham that rerouting the train at Milan toward neutral Switzerland is their only option, providing essential practical guidance during the escape from German control.

Dimetri the Clown — Napoleon and Samantha (1972)

Dimetri the Clown is an old clown who encounters Napoleon and Grandpa by chance. Unable to take the lion back to Europe, he allows the animal to remain with them, setting in motion the unusual relationship between Napoleon and the lion.

Count Sergio Luchesi Di Gonzini — The Ghosts of Buxley Hall (1980)

Ernestine’s husband, Count Sergio Luchesi Di Gonzini, is intent on controlling Jeremy’s inheritance. He recruits Vincent to help drive the girls away and supports frightening appearances intended to make them abandon Buxley. His effort to advance the scheme conflicts with Ernestine’s eventual refusal to harm a child for money.

Frandisi — The Perils of Pauline (1967)

Film director in Venice. Pauline travels to his movie set where George eventually rescues her from an escaped gorilla.

2nd Taxi Driver — The Six Million Dollar Man: The Solid Gold Kidnapping (1973)

A second taxi driver appearing during the characters' travel in the third film.

Career Overview

Vito Scotti has 98 screen credits in a career dating back to 1949. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Herbie with 2 titles. Signature works include The Aristocats, Cactus Flower, Side Roads. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
98
Birth Date
1918-01-26
Birth Place
San Francisco, California, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q2300160), public domain (CC0).