Rian Johnson

Director and screenwriter of 'Knives Out'

Rian Johnson - Director and screenwriter of 'Knives Out'
Born

December 17th, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Rian Johnson is an American director, producer, and screenwriter. He gained prominence with the release of the film 'Brick' in 2005, which showcased a unique blend of noir and teen drama. Johnson directed 'Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi' in 2017, contributing to the Star Wars franchise in a significant way. His 2019 film 'Knives Out' received critical acclaim for its fresh take on the murder mystery genre and was a box office success. Johnson has also created the television series 'Terriers' and 'Breaking Bad', directing multiple episodes, including the critically lauded 'Fifty-One'.

Directed 'Knives Out'

Directed 'Star Wars: Episode VIII - The Last Jedi'

Created 'Breaking Bad'

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