Ken Kwapis

Director of 'The Office' and 'He's Just Not That Into You'

Ken Kwapis - Director of 'The Office' and 'He's Just Not That Into You'
Born

August 17th, 1957
67 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A director and screenwriter, contributions include work on television series and films. Directed multiple episodes of the popular television series 'The Office', bringing a unique comedic style to the show. Also directed the romantic comedy film 'He's Just Not That Into You', which showcased an ensemble cast and received box office success. Other works include directing episodes of 'Malcolm in the Middle' and 'Parks and Recreation'.

Directed 'The Office'

Directed 'He's Just Not That Into You'

Directed episodes of 'Parks and Recreation'

Directed episodes of 'Malcolm in the Middle'

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