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David Cronenberg

David Cronenberg

Director & actor · born 15 March 1943 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada

David Paul Cronenberg (born 15 March 1943) is a Canadian film director, screenwriter, producer and actor. He is a principal originator of the body horror genre, with his films exploring visceral bodily transformation, infectious diseases, and the intertwining of the psychological, physical, and technological. Cronenberg is best known for exploring these themes through sci-fi horror films such as Shivers (1975), Scanners (1981),  Videodrome (1983), and The Fly (1986). However, he has also directed dramas, psychological thrillers, and gangster films.

Cronenberg's films have polarized critics and audiences; he has earned critical acclaim and sparked controversy for his depictions of gore and violence. The Village Voice called him "the most audacious and challenging narrative director in the English-speaking world". His films have won numerous awards, including the Special Jury Prize for Crash at the 1996 Cannes Film Festival, a unique award that is distinct from the Jury Prize as it is not given annually but only at the request of the official jury, who in this case gave the award "for originality, for daring, and for audacity".

Where to start: Ready or Not: Here I Come (2026).

As director 41

As actor 68

TV shows 7

Frequently asked questions

What is the best David Cronenberg movie?

By viewer score, Ready or Not: Here I Come (2026) at 7.5/10.

What are David Cronenberg’s most popular movies?

The Fly, The Fly, A History of Violence.

How many movies has David Cronenberg made?

109 films on TMDB, 41 as director, 68 as actor.

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