Jerry Zucker

Director of 'Airplane!' and 'The Naked Gun'

Jerry Zucker - Artists & Creatives born March 11th, 1950
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A director, producer, and screenwriter, significant contributions include co-directing the comedy 'Airplane!' and directing 'The Naked Gun' series. Collaborated with David Zucker and Jim Abrahams to create a brand of absurdist humor. Founded Zucker Productions and produced various works in television and film. Later projects included directing the romantic comedy 'Ghost,' which received critical acclaim and box office success.

Co-directed 'Airplane!'

Directed 'Ghost'

Directed 'The Naked Gun' series

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