David Mackenzie: Movies, Awards & Box Office
- films
- 17
- on screen
- 2002–2026
- box office
- $67.3M
- nomination
- 1
- average score
- 62
- Born
- January 1, 1966 (age 60)
- Birthplace
- Scotland
- Citizenship
- Scottish
- Occupations
- Director
- Years active
- 1990-present
The Best David Mackenzie Movies
The films of David Mackenzie that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: Hell or High Water (2016) leads with $38M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $38M Hell or High Water 2016 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $12M Spread 2009 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $5.65M Fuze 2026 · Action -
Worldwide box office: $3.03M Starred Up 2014 · Drama -
Worldwide box office: $2.79M Asylum 2005 · Thriller -
Worldwide box office: $2.56M Young Adam 2004 · Drama
David Mackenzie's Career in Numbers
David Mackenzie's films in numbers — as a director, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres David Mackenzie works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Last Great Wilderness (2002) to Fuze (2026), and the 2000s were the busiest decade.
David Mackenzie Movies by Decade
- 2000s 6
- 2010s 6
- 2020s 5
The 2000s were David Mackenzie's busiest decade, with 6 films.
David Mackenzie Movies by Genre
- Drama 8
- Action 3
- Mystery 2
- Music 1
- Comedy 1
- Thriller 1
Drama is the genre David Mackenzie has worked in most, with 8 films, ahead of action (3).
David Mackenzie Career Milestones
- First film
- The Last Great Wilderness 2002
- Biggest box office hit
- Hell or High Water $38M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- Outlaw King Movie Echo Score 75
- Newest film
- Fuze 2026
David Mackenzie Filmography: Every Movie
Every film David Mackenzie is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 62. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2026
Fuze Action Worldwide box office: $5.65M Movie Echo Score: 48 - 2025
Relay Action Movie Echo Score: 64 - 2022
Under the Banner of Heaven Mystery - 2020
Homemade Drama - 2020
Homemade: Ferosa - 2018
Outlaw King Action Movie Echo Score: 75 - 2016
Hell or High Water Drama Worldwide box office: $38M - 2014
Starred Up Drama Worldwide box office: $3.03M - 2012
Tonight You're Mine Drama Worldwide box office: $133K - 2012
Perfect Sense Drama Worldwide box office: $933K - 2011
You Instead Music - 2009
Spread Drama Worldwide box office: $12M - 2008
Mister Foe Drama - 2007
Hallam Foe Comedy Worldwide box office: $2.15M - 2005
Asylum Thriller Worldwide box office: $2.79M - 2004
Young Adam Drama Worldwide box office: $2.56M - 2002
The Last Great Wilderness Mystery
David Mackenzie: Awards & Nominations
1 nomination across 1 award body. Every ceremony is listed newest first, with the category and the film.
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22nd Critics' Choice Awards- David Mackenzie: Nominated Best Director Hell or High Water
Who Is David Mackenzie?
David Mackenzie was born in Scotland in 1966 and is 60 years old. Credited on films since 2002, as a director. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
David Mackenzie is a renowned figure in the cinematic world, best known for his work as a director. Born in 1966, Mackenzie hails from Scotland and has made quite a name for himself in the film industry with his unique storytelling methods and stylistic choices. The Scottish director's body of work reveals an intrinsic understanding of the art form, making him one of the most dynamic filmmakers of his generation. His journey into the realm of film began at a relatively young age, and it's been a fruitful journey for him, to say the least. It's no surprise that his extensive and impactful work in the industry has left a lasting mark, making him a highly influential figure in the film industry.
Over the years, David Mackenzie has channeled his passion into various projects, impressing critics and viewers alike with his consistent delivery of quality content. His films beautifully capture various moods and paint vivid pictures that resonate deeply with audiences. As a director, he has shown a keen sense of discernment, overlooked various aspects of a film's production, from the initial conceptualization to the final execution. Mackenzie's passion for cinema and his unwavering dedication towards his work make him a luminary in the world of filmmaking. His body of work stands as a testament to his expertise and dedication to his craft.
Who David Mackenzie Makes Movies With
The actors and directors David Mackenzie shares the most films with. Sam Worthington comes first, with 3 films together, followed by Alastair Mackenzie (3).
David Mackenzie: Questions & Answers
How many movies David Mackenzie has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has David Mackenzie been in?
David Mackenzie is credited on 17 films, from 2002 to 2026. All of them as a director. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is David Mackenzie's highest-grossing movie?
Hell or High Water (2016) is David Mackenzie's biggest box office hit, with $38M worldwide, ahead of Spread (2009) ($12M). Across every film with box office figures, David Mackenzie's movies have made $67.3M.
David Mackenzie's biggest hits What is the best David Mackenzie movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, David Mackenzie's best-rated film is Outlaw King (2018) with a score of 75, followed by Relay (2025) (64).
Best David Mackenzie movies, ranked Has David Mackenzie won an Oscar?
David Mackenzie has not been nominated for an Oscar. Across every ceremony in the awards database, David Mackenzie has 0 wins from 1 nomination.
How old is David Mackenzie?
David Mackenzie is 60 years old, born on January 1, 1966 in Scotland.
What is David Mackenzie's newest movie?
The most recent film on David Mackenzie's filmography is Fuze (2026), which David Mackenzie directed.
Who does David Mackenzie work with most often?
David Mackenzie shares the most films with Sam Worthington (3 films), Alastair Mackenzie (3 films) and Sam Spruell (2 films).
The Best David Mackenzie Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 17 directing credits.
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