Daniel Clowes
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- April 14, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Active Years
- 1989–2025 (37 Years)
- Total Credits
- 18 credits in database
Biography
Daniel Gillespie Clowes is an American author, screenwriter, illustrator, and cartoonist of alternative comic books. He was born on April 14, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He is married to Erika. Most of his work first appeared in the solo anthology comic book series titled Eightball, which typically contained several short pieces and a chapter of a longer narrative later collected and published. Clowes is best known for writing and adapting his own graphic novels into feature films, including Ghost World released in 2001, Art School Confidential released in 2006, and Eddington slated for 2025. He is credited as a writer and actor, and his career is known for these film adaptations and his work in alternative comics.
Career overview
Daniel Gillespie Clowes was born on April 14, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois. He is an American author, cartoonist, graphic novelist, illustrator, and screenwriter. Much of Clowes's work first appeared in the solo anthology comic book series titled Eightball. An issue of Eightball typically contained several short pieces alongside a chapter of a longer narrative that was later collected and published. As a creator of alternative comic books, Clowes is best known for adapting his own graphic novels into feature films.
His work in film includes writing screenplays for the feature films Ghost World, released in 2001, and Art School Confidential, released in 2006. In addition to his screenwriting credits, Clowes has also worked as an actor and is known for his contributions to the film Eddington, which is slated for 2025. Throughout his career, Clowes has received recognition for his contributions to comics and film.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
18 titles- Eddington (2025) as Frankie Salmone (Knighthood Gold President)
- Wilson (2017) Screenplay
- Wilson (2017) Comic Book
- Maggie's Plan (2016) Thanks
- Shut Up Little Man! An Audio Misadventure (2011) as Self
- David Goldberg (2011) Original Story
- The Origin of Atherton (2007) Original Story
- Art School Confidential (2006) Screenplay
- Art School Confidential (2006) Producer
- Nostalgia and Paranoia (2002)
- Ghost World (2001) Comic Book
- Ghost World (2001) Writer
- Hooked on Comix - Volume 1 - Life On The Cutting Edge Of An All-American Artform (1994)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Dan Clowes (voice)
- Prisoners of Gravity (1989) as Self
- Monica Graphic Novel
- Oddly Compelling: The Denis Kitchen Story
- Patience Comic Book
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Daniel Clowes best known for?
Daniel Clowes is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Eddington (2025), Wilson (2017), Wilson (2017), Maggie's Plan (2016).
When and where was Daniel Clowes born?
Daniel Clowes was born on April 14, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Daniel Clowes have?
Daniel Clowes has accumulated over 18 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1989 to 2025.
What is Daniel Clowes's background in cinema and television?
Daniel Gillespie Clowes is an American author, screenwriter, illustrator, and cartoonist of alternative comic books. He was born on April 14, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He is married to Erika. Most of his work first appeared in the solo anthology comic book series titled Eightball, which typically contained sever...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Simpsons (1989) as Dan Clowes (voice) — aged about 28
- Eddington (2025) as Frankie Salmone (Knighthood Gold President) — aged about 64
- Prisoners of Gravity (1989) as Self — aged about 28
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