David Zucker
American film director and producer
Born
October 16th, 1947
77 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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This film director, producer, and screenwriter is recognized for contributions to the comedy genre. Early work included co-directing 'Airplane!' and creating the 'Naked Gun' film series. These productions defined a style of parody that has influenced many comedic films. Collaborations with Jim Abrahams and Jerry Zucker helped shape successful comedic narratives in Hollywood. Later projects continued to reflect a commitment to humor, maintaining a distinctive style.
Co-directed 'Airplane!'
Created 'Naked Gun' film series
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