Fisher Stevens

Actor and director of 'Short Circuit'

Fisher Stevens - Actor and director of 'Short Circuit'
Born

November 27th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor, director, and producer, notable for a career that began in the 1980s. Gained recognition for the role of Ben Jabituya in the film 'Short Circuit' and reprised this role in its sequel. Directed the 2012 documentary 'Before the Flood,' which focused on climate change and featured prominent figures like Leonardo DiCaprio. Expanded work as a producer includes contributions to various television projects, including 'The Blacklist.'

Played Ben Jabituya in 'Short Circuit'

Directed the documentary 'Before the Flood'

Produced episodes of 'The Blacklist'

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