The British director, riding high on the global success of The Martian, will receive the Hollywood Producer Award at the Hollywood Film Awards on November 1.

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The 19th Annual Hollywood Film Awards will take place in Beverly Hills.

Previously announced honourees include Robert De Niro for career achievement, Amy director Asif Kapadia for documentary and Sicario’s Benicio Del Toro for supporting actor.

“Ridley Scott is one of the most prolific, talented and respected members of the film community,” said dick clark productions CEO Allen Shapiro.