Anthony Horowitz
Biography
Anthony Horowitz, OBE is an English novelist and screenwriter specializing in mystery and suspense. He was born in Stanmore, Middlesex, England, United Kingdom, on April 5, 1955, into a Jewish family, and lived an upper middle-class lifestyle in his early years. As a child, he spent time in Instow where his nanny took him boating on the River Torridge. His work includes writing for young adult readers, featuring series such as The Diamond Brothers, the Alex Rider series about a child secret service agent, and The Power of Five series. He has thirty-six known credits for writing across movies and television shows.
Career overview
Anthony Horowitz, OBE, is an English novelist and screenwriter who specializes in mystery and suspense. Born in Stanmore, Middlesex, England, on April 5, 1955, he is known for his extensive writing credits across film, television, and literature. His work spans numerous known credits in the industry, encompassing both movies and television shows.
As an author, his work for young adult readers includes the Diamond Brothers series, the Alex Rider series, and the Power of Five series. He also became widely known for his series of novels centered on the child secret service agent Alex Rider.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
53 titles- Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue (2025) Executive Producer
- Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue (2025) Writer
- Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue (2025) Creator
- Moonflower Murders (2024) Novel
- Moonflower Murders (2024) Writer
- Moonflower Murders (2024) Creator
- Le meilleur jeu du monde (2024) Writer
- Magpie Murders (2022) Novel
- Magpie Murders (2022) Writer
- Magpie Murders (2022) Creator
- Victorian Britain on Film (2021) as Self
- Alex Rider (2020) Novel
- Alex Rider (2020) Executive Producer
- Agatha Christie: 100 Years of Poirot and Miss Marple (2020) as Self - Screenwriter and Author
- New Blood (2016) Writer
- New Blood (2016) Creator
- Injustice (2011) Creator
- Collision (2009) Creator
- Great British Menu (2006) as Self - Guest Judge
- Stormbreaker (2006) Executive Producer
- Stormbreaker (2006) Novel
- Stormbreaker (2006) Screenplay
- The Gathering (2003) Screenplay
- Foyle's War (2002) Writer
- Foyle's War (2002) Executive Producer
- Foyle's War (2002) Creator
- Murder in Mind (2001) Writer
- Murder in Mind (2001) Creator
- Midsomer Murders (1997) Writer
- Midsomer Murders (1997) Creator
- The Vanishing Man (1997) Writer
- The Vanishing Man (1997) Creator
- Crime Traveller (1997) Creator
- Chiller (1995) Writer
- The Last Englishman (1995) Writer
- Number Six (1995) Writer
- The Man Who Didn't Believe in Ghosts (1995) Writer
- Anna Lee (1994) Writer
- Murder Most Horrid (1991) Writer
- The Diamond Brothers (1991) Director
- The Diamond Brothers (1991) Writer
- The Diamond Brothers (1991) Creator
- Agatha Christie's Poirot (1989) Screenplay
- Crossbow: The Movie (1989) Writer
- The Saint: The Brazilian Connection (1989) Script
- Just Ask for Diamond (1988) Writer
- Crossbow (1987) Creator
- Robin of Sherwood (1984) Writer
- Dramarama (1983) Writer
- Question Time (1979) as Self - Panellist
- Marble Hall Murders Novel
- Marble Hall Murders Writer
- Déclic Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Anthony Horowitz best known for?
Anthony Horowitz is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Alex Rider (2020), Alex Rider (2020), The Wild Soccer Bunch 2 (2005), Great British Menu (2006).
When and where was Anthony Horowitz born?
Anthony Horowitz was born on April 5, 1955 in Stanmore, Middlesex, England, UK.
How many credits does Anthony Horowitz have?
Anthony Horowitz has accumulated over 53 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1979 to 2025.
What is Anthony Horowitz's background in cinema and television?
Anthony Horowitz, OBE is an English novelist and screenwriter specializing in mystery and suspense. He was born in Stanmore, Middlesex, England, United Kingdom, on April 5, 1955, into a Jewish family, and lived an upper middle-class lifestyle in his early years. As a child, he spent time in Instow where his nanny took ...