Manny Coto
Biography
Manuel Hector Manny Coto was an American writer, director, and producer of films and television programs who specialized in the science fiction and fantasy genres. Born in Havana, Cuba, on June 10, 1961, he graduated from the American Film Institute. In 1990, Coto and Brian Helgeland sold a script titled The Ticking Man for one million dollars, though the film was never made. Coto wrote and directed an episode of Tales from the Crypt, and later wrote an episode for and produced the 1995 Showtime revival of The Outer Limits. Following the cancellation of The Outer Limits, he created and wrote the Showtime series Odyssey 5, which starred Peter Weller. Coto passed away on July 9, 2023, at the age of 62.
Career overview
Manuel Hector Manny Coto was an American writer, director, and producer of films and television programs. He graduated from the American Film Institute and worked in the science fiction and fantasy genres. In 1990, Coto and Brian Helgeland sold a script titled The Ticking Man for one million dollars, though the film was never produced.
Coto later wrote and directed an episode of Tales from the Crypt. When The Outer Limits was revived on Showtime in 1995, he wrote an episode for the series and served as a producer. Following the cancellation of The Outer Limits, Coto was given the opportunity to create and write a new series for Showtime. The resulting show was Odyssey 5, which starred Peter Weller.
Additional details regarding his career and personal information are recorded in database archives. Coto was born in Havana, Cuba, on June 10, 1961, and passed away on July 9, 2023, at the age of sixty-two. He accumulated thirty known credits primarily recognized for writing within the industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
53 titles- American Horror Stories (2021) Writer
- American Horror Stories (2021) Director
- NEXT (2020) Executive Producer
- NEXT (2020) Writer
- NEXT (2020) Creator
- 24: Legacy (2017) Executive Producer
- 24: Legacy (2017) Writer
- 24: Legacy (2017) Creator
- The Exorcist (2016) Writer
- Star Trek: The Journey to the Silver Screen (2016)
- Star Trek: The Journey to the Silver Screen (2016) as Self
- Star Trek: Inside the Roddenberry Vault (2016) as Self
- American Horror Story (2011) Writer
- American Horror Story (2011) Consulting Producer
- American Horror Story (2011) Executive Producer
- The ½ Hour News Hour (2007) Writer
- The ½ Hour News Hour (2007) Executive Producer
- The ½ Hour News Hour (2007) Creator
- Dexter (2006) Writer
- Dexter (2006) Executive Producer
- Odyssey 5 (2002) Writer
- Odyssey 5 (2002) Producer
- Odyssey 5 (2002) Creator
- 24 (2001) Writer
- 24 (2001) Story
- 24 (2001) Co-Executive Producer
- 24 (2001) Executive Producer
- 24 (2001) Teleplay
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Writer
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Director
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Producer
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Story
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Teleplay
- Zenon: The Zequel (2001) Director
- The Other Me (2000) Director
- Strange World (1999) Writer
- Strange World (1999) Producer
- Star Kid (1997) Director
- Star Kid (1997) Writer
- Hostile Intent (1997) Writer
- The Outer Limits (1995) Writer
- The Outer Limits (1995) Producer
- Dead at 21 (1994) Writer
- Tales from the Cryptkeeper (1993) Writer
- Dr. Giggles (1992) Director
- Dr. Giggles (1992) Writer
- Cover-Up (1991) Director
- Playroom (1990) Director
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Director
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Screenplay
- Jack in the Box (1989) Director
- Monsters (1988) Director
- The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1985) Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Manny Coto best known for?
Manny Coto is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Music in the Attic (1950), Music in the Attic (1950), 24: Legacy (2017), 24: Legacy (2017).
When and where was Manny Coto born?
Manny Coto was born on June 10, 1961 in Havanna, Cuba. They passed away on July 9, 2023.
How many credits does Manny Coto have?
Manny Coto has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1985 to 2021.
What is Manny Coto's background in cinema and television?
Manuel Hector Manny Coto was an American writer, director, and producer of films and television programs who specialized in the science fiction and fantasy genres. Born in Havana, Cuba, on June 10, 1961, he graduated from the American Film Institute. In 1990, Coto and Brian Helgeland sold a script titled The Ticking Ma...