Tony McNamara

Biography

Tony McNamara (born 31 December 1966) is an Australian writer and producer. He is best known for writing the screenplays for The Favourite (2018) and Poor Things (2023). 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 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.

Awards & recognition

• ★European Film Award — Best Comedy · 2019
• ★European Film Award — Best Film · 2019
• ☆Academy Award — Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay · 2024 · nominated
• ☆Academy Award — Best Writing, Original Screenplay · 2019 · nominated
• ☆European Film Award — Best Comedy · 2019 · nominated