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 Twohy in 2013 | |
| Born | David Neil Twohy October 18, 1955 |
| Occupation(s) | Director, screenwriter |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Website | davidtwohy |
David Neil Twohy (/ˈtuːiː/ TOO-ee; born October 18, 1955) is an American film director and screenwriter.[1] He is known for working on science fiction-action films, most notably Vin Diesel's The Chronicles of Riddick series.
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David Twohy on Riddick 4: Furya
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Early life and education
Twohy was born in Los Angeles County, California. Attended Palos Verdes High School. He attended college at California State University, Long Beach, graduating with a degree in radio/television/film.
Career
His most notable filmmaking credits have been writing The Fugitive, Waterworld, and GI Jane, but he is mostly known for writing and directing The Arrival and most entries in the Chronicles of Riddick franchise.[2][3][4]
He has a cameo in Below as the British captain of the rescue ship.
Riddick: Furya, the fourth installment of The Chronicles of Riddick was announced in February 2023. Twohy has written the script and will direct the film.[5]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Director | Writer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Critters 2: The Main Course | Yes | ||
| 1989 | Warlock | Yes | ||
| 1992 | Timescape | Yes | Yes | Directorial debut |
| 1993 | The Fugitive | Yes | ||
| 1994 | Terminal Velocity | Yes | Also executive producer | |
| 1995 | Waterworld | Yes | ||
| 1996 | The Arrival | Yes | Yes | |
| 1997 | G.I. Jane | Yes | ||
| 2000 | Pitch Black | Yes | Yes | |
| 2001 | Impostor | Yes | ||
| 2002 | Below | Yes | Yes | Cameo as "British Captain" |
| 2004 | The Chronicles of Riddick | Yes | Yes | |
| 2009 | A Perfect Getaway | Yes | Yes | |
| 2013 | Riddick | Yes | Yes | |
| 2022 | Ice Moon Rising | Yes | ||
| TBA | Running with Lions | Yes | Yes | |
| TBD | Riddick: Furya | Yes | Yes |
| Year | Title | Director | Writer | Producer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Pitch Black: Slam City | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 2004 | The Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Fury | Story | ||
| 2013 | Riddick: Blindsided | Yes | Yes |
| Year | Title | Director | Writer | Producer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | Merc City | Yes |
| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Alien 3 | Early draft |
| 1995 | Last Gasp | TV movie |
References
- ^ "Early Concept Art from Next 'Riddick' Adventure!". BloodyDisgusting.
- ^ "David Twohy and Vin Diesel Reteam for Darker 'Riddick'". BloodyDisgusting.
- ^ "Vin Diesel Drops Huge Riddick Bomb, Scouting Underway?". BloodyDisgusting.
- ^ "'Riddick' Plot Details Revealed, More Monsters!". BloodyDisgusting.
- ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (February 11, 2023). "Vin Diesel, David Twohy Reunite For 'Riddick: Furya': Hot EFM Title". Deadline. Retrieved February 11, 2023.
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