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Director
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Height
188 cm (6'2")
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouses
Bonnie Broecker (1964-1969), Mimi Craven (1984-1987), Iya Labunka (2004-2015)
Children
2 children: Jonathan Craven
Education
Wheaton College, Johns Hopkins University
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Popularity
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Career
Career spanning 42 years (1971-2013)
Screen debut
Directed first film at age 35
Year context
Born in 1939 -- World War II begins as Germany invades Poland; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Filmography (39)
Trespassing Bergman
Self
Scream 4
Producer, Director
I Am Nancy
Film
Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy
Film
The Hills Have Eyes 2
Writer, Producer
The Hills Have Eyes
Producer
The Tripper
Hippie (uncredited)
Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
Film
Paris, je t'aime
Writer, Director
Cursed
Director
Biography
Wesley Earl "Wes" Craven (August 2, 1939 – August 30, 2015) was a prolific and influential American film director, writer, producer, and occasional actor known for his pioneering work in the horror genre, and particularly in the teen slasher subgenre. Among his best-known works are such landmark films as "The Last House on the Left" (1972), "The Hills Have Eyes" (1977), "A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984) and the "Scream" series (1996–2011).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Wes Craven?
Wes Craven was born on and passed away on at the age of 76.
Where was Wes Craven born?
Wes Craven was born in Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
What movies or shows has Wes Craven been in?
Wes Craven has 39 credits in our database. Notable titles include Trespassing Bergman (2013), Scream 4 (2011), I Am Nancy (2011), Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010), The Hills Have Eyes 2 (2007).
What is Wes Craven known for?
Wes Craven is primarily known as a director. Wesley Earl "Wes" Craven (August 2, 1939 – August 30, 2015) was a prolific and influential American film director, writer, producer, and occasional actor known for his pioneering work in the…
Where can I find more information about Wes Craven?
You can find more about Wes Craven on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
