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Peter Jackson

Peter Jackson

Director & actor · born 31 October 1961 · Pukerua Bay, North Island, New Zealand

Sir Peter Robert Jackson, (born 31 October 1961) is a New Zealand film director, producer, actor, and screenwriter, known for his Lord of the Rings film trilogy, adapted from the novel by J. R. R. Tolkien. He is also known for his 2005 remake of King Kong and as the producer of District 9. He won international attention early in his career with his "splatstick" horror comedies, before coming to mainstream prominence with Heavenly Creatures, for which he shared an Academy Award Best Screenplay nomination with his wife, Fran Walsh. Jackson has been awarded three Academy Awards in his career, including the award for Best Director in 2003.

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Where to start: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003).

As director 22

As actor 83

TV shows 3

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Peter Jackson movie?

By viewer score, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) at 8.5/10.

What are Peter Jackson’s most popular movies?

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

How many movies has Peter Jackson made?

105 films on TMDB, 22 as director, 83 as actor.

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