Bryan Singer

Bryan Singer

59 · Born: Sep 17, 1965

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornSep 17, 1965 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Norbert Dave Singer
  • Grace Singer
Relatives
  • Gregory Singer (Cousin)
  • Lori Singer (Cousin)
  • Marc Singer (Cousin)

Biography

Bryan Singer, a renowned American film director and producer, embarked on his illustrious career by co-creating the short film Lions Den alongside his classmates during his time at the University of Southern California. This initial foray into the world of filmmaking laid the groundwork for his future success.

Singer's big break came when he was recruited by 20th Century Fox to helm the production of X-Men, a pivotal film that played a significant role in sparking the modern superhero renaissance. His work on this project not only showcased his directorial prowess but also garnered widespread recognition and acclaim.

Following the success of X-Men, Singer went on to direct not one, not two, but three sequels to the film, further cementing his status as a master of the superhero genre. His subsequent project, Superman Returns, marked a revival of the iconic Superman film series, with Brandon Routh starring as the titular character.

In addition to his work on the X-Men and Superman franchises, Singer has also directed a range of other notable films, including Valkyrie, Bohemian Rhapsody, and Jack the Giant Slayer. Each of these projects has demonstrated his versatility as a director and his ability to tackle a wide range of genres and subjects.

Career

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2014
X-Men: Days of Future Past
X-Men: Days of Future Past as Man with Small Film Camera (uncredited)
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2003
X2
X2 as Prison Security Officer (uncredited)
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2002
Star Trek: Nemesis
Star Trek: Nemesis as Kelly (uncredited)
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2000
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2021
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2020
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2016
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2014
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2013
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2010
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2009
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2008
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2006
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2002
{"id":167940,"title":"HBO First Look","year":"2001","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hbo-first-look","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_167940.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_167940.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
{"id":24275,"title":"Cannes Man","year":"1997","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cannes-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24275.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24275.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
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1996
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2011
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2005
The Triangle
The Triangle as Screenplay
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2018
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2016
X-Men: Apocalypse
X-Men: Apocalypse as Director, Story
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2014
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2013
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2012
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2008
Valkyrie
Valkyrie as Director
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2006
Superman Returns
Superman Returns as Director, Story
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2003
X2
X2 as Director, Story
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2000
X-Men
X-Men as Director, Story
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1998
Apt Pupil
Apt Pupil as Director
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1995
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1993
Public Access
Public Access as Director, Writer