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Wes Craven

Wes Craven

Director & actor · born 2 August 1939 · Cleveland, Ohio, USA

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).

Where to start: Scream (1996).

As director 28

As actor 53

TV shows 9

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Wes Craven movie?

By viewer score, Scream (1996) at 7.4/10.

What are Wes Craven’s most popular movies?

Scream, Scream, A Nightmare on Elm Street.

How many movies has Wes Craven made?

81 films on TMDB, 28 as director, 53 as actor.

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