Biography
Born in Colorado, Scott Takeda got his start in television in 1990 as a TV news reporter in Pocatello, Idaho (KIDK). As his career grew, he then moved on to newsrooms in Ohio (WTOL), Denver (KCNC), and finally Philadelphia (WPHL) where he worked behind the camera as a producer-photojournalist. During his time as a TV journalist, he won regional Emmy awards and two "Photographer of the Year" titles. In 1995, he joined the staff of "News-for-Kids" and spent three seasons producing segments for th...
Known For
Complete Filmography
Control Freak
2025
as Dr. Chen
A motivational speaker, plagued by an uncontrollable itch on her head, becomes infected with a parasitic demon from her homeland.
Take the Night
2022
as Chang Father
When a resentful brother organizes a prank kidnapping, he unwittingly hires career criminals who have plans of their own.
The Thief Collector
2022
as Doctor
In 1985, Willem de Kooning’s “Woman-Ochre,” one of the most valuable paintings of the 20th century, vanished into the Arizona desert after being cut f...
A Picture Perfect Holiday
2021
as Bill
Gaby Jones, fashion photographer, takes a holiday retreat against her desire by advise of her friend. She will then find that there's more behind a ph...
Sweet Pecan Summer
2021
as Tom
Amanda must work with her ex-boyfriend, J.P., to sell her favorite aunt’s pecan farm. Putting aside their differences, old feelings start to rekindle,...
Once Upon a Main Street
2020
as Billy
Amelia Lewis is super excited when she buys an available storefront, planning to open a year-round Christmas shop. But her celebration comes to a scre...
Model Citizen
2020
as Mr. Mobely
Amanda, a fashion model, and a single mother is kidnapped by two brothers with plans to sell her on the dark web. Held hostage in a remote cabin, Aman...
The Tale
2018
as Master of Ceremonies
An investigation into one woman’s memory as she‘s forced to re-examine her first sexual relationship and the stories we tell ourselves in order to sur...
Stalked by My Ex
2017
as Rich
After learning that her abusive ex-husband is about to be released from prison, a woman flees with her teenage daughter back to her old hometown.
The Space Between Us
2017
as Dr. Gary Loh
A young man raised by scientists on Mars returns to Earth to find his father.
Code of Honor
2016
as Attorney Ito
Colonel Robert Sikes is on a mission to rid his city of crime. As a stealthy, one-man assault team, he will take on street gangs, mobsters, and politi...
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
2016
as Ed Faber
In 2002, cable news producer Kim Barker decides to shake up her routine by taking a daring new assignment in Kabul, Afghanistan. Dislodged from her co...
Gone Girl
2014
as Producer
With his wife's disappearance having become the focus of an intense media circus, a man sees the spotlight turned on him when it's suspected that he m...
Dallas Buyers Club
2013
as Mr. Yamata
Loosely based on the true-life tale of Ron Woodroof, a drug-taking, women-loving, homophobic man who in 1986 was diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and given thi...
Dark Around the Stars
2013
as Natto
Glen is on a drunken road trip when he plots to commit suicide on his birthday. His decision sends him on a spirited adventure.....
Everything Must Go
2011
as Bank Manager
When an alcoholic relapses, causing him to lose his wife and his job, he holds a yard sale on his front lawn in an attempt to start over. A new neighb...
Lemonade Mouth
2011
as Stella's Dad
When five ragtag freshman first meet in detention, it seems they have nothing in common. But, through music, they form an unbreakable bond and discove...
Text
2008
as Dr. Tanaka
Four friends search for the answers to a series of deadly text messages killing students at their high school.
Text
2008
Co-Producer
Four friends search for the answers to a series of deadly text messages killing students at their high school.