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Jeff Nichols

Jeff Nichols

Director & actor · born 7 December 1978 · Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

Jeff Nichols (born December 7, 1978; Little Rock) is an American filmmaker, writer and producer. His films are characterized by their Southern United States backdrop and ambience. He is also known for his longstanding collaboration with actor Michael Shannon, who has appeared in all of his feature films to date.

After studying filmmaking at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Nichols moved into the independent filmmaking scene with Shotgun Stories (2007). He went on to direct the critically acclaimed films Take Shelter (2011), Mud (2012), Midnight Special (2016), and Loving (also 2016).

Where to start: Mud (2013).

As director 12

As actor 2

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Jeff Nichols movie?

By viewer score, Mud (2013) at 7.1/10.

What are Jeff Nichols’s most popular movies?

Mud, Midnight Special, Take Shelter.

How many movies has Jeff Nichols made?

14 films on TMDB, 12 as director, 2 as actor.

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