Gareth Crocker

Gareth Crocker

Personal Details

Biography

Gareth Crocker is a renowned international screenwriter, novelist, and filmmaker based in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is the visionary creator of the groundbreaking world's first-ever mainstream African superhero television series, Jongo, which has taken the world by storm. Additionally, he is the writer and creator of the adrenaline-fueled 2018 action-drama, Shadow, which has left audiences on the edge of their seats. Prior to making a name for himself in television, Gareth also showcased his skills as a writer-director with the independent horror film, Taken, which has garnered significant attention and acclaim.

Gareth is not only a talented screenwriter but also a highly accomplished novelist, with a portfolio of five novels that have sold an impressive 3-million copies worldwide. His work has been published by esteemed publishers such as St Martin's Press in New York, Robert Hale in London, and Penguin Random House in South Africa. Furthermore, his novels have been featured in over 20 editions of Reader's Digest Condensed Books alongside notable authors like James Patterson, Lee Child, and Jeffrey Archer. Two of his novels are currently in the process of being adapted into films, cementing his status as a master storyteller.

When Gareth is not working on his own projects, he is more than happy to consider freelance writing assignments, making him a versatile and sought-after writer.

Career

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2022
Office Invasion
Office Invasion as Director, Writer
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2023
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2021
Dead Places
Dead Places as Creator
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2019
Shadow
Shadow as Creator