Fred Dekker
Biography
Fred Dekker is an American screenwriter and film director born on April 9, 1959, in San Francisco, California, USA. He is known for his cult classic horror comedy films, including Night of the Creeps and The Monster Squad, which he co-wrote with Shane Black. Dekker also contributed story ideas for House and Ricochet, and directed and co-wrote RoboCop 3 with Frank Miller. His early work includes a short film titled Starcruisers, directed in the early 1980s. Dekker has written for numerous projects, with 20 known credits.
Career overview
Fred Dekker is a screenwriter and film director known for his work in the horror comedy genre. He is best known for his cult classic films, including Night of the Creeps and The Monster Squad, which he co-wrote with Shane Black. Dekker has also contributed story ideas for other films, such as House and Ricochet.
Dekker's early work includes a short film titled Starcruisers, which he directed in the early 1980s. He has also directed and co-written RoboCop 3, collaborating with Frank Miller. Dekker's work has been released on DVD, with Night of the Creeps being made available in 2009. In a 2005 interview, Dekker mentioned that he was working on a scary, end-of-the-world thriller at the time.
As a writer, Dekker has accumulated a significant number of credits, with over 20 known works to his name. His writing style has been associated with cult classic horror comedies, and he continues to be recognized as a prominent figure in the genre. Dekker's contributions to film have been acknowledged, and his work remains a staple of horror comedy enthusiasts.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
30 titles- Dent (2020) Director
- The Predator (2018) Writer
- Wolfman's Got Nards (2018) as Self
- Ding Dong, You're Dead! The Making of "House" (2017)
- It's Getting Weirder! The Making of "House II" (2017) as Self
- Edge (2015) Teleplay
- Edge (2015) Executive Producer
- Edge (2015) Writer
- Edge (2015) Executive Producer
- That Guy Dick Miller (2014) as Self
- Out of Print (2014) as Self
- Monster Squad Forever! (2007) as Self
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Writer
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Story
- Star Trek: Enterprise (2001) Teleplay
- Tales from the Crypt: The Robert Zemeckis Collection (1999) Writer
- RoboCop 3 (1993) Screenplay
- RoboCop 3 (1993) Director
- Ricochet (1991) Story
- If Looks Could Kill (1991) Story
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Director
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Writer
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Screenplay
- The Monster Squad (1987) Director
- The Monster Squad (1987) Writer
- Night of the Creeps (1986) Director
- Night of the Creeps (1986) Writer
- House (1985) Story
- Blind Run (1976) Writer
- Blind Run (1976) Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Fred Dekker best known for?
Fred Dekker is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Predator (2018), Catwoman (2004), Catwoman (2004), Catwoman (2004).
When and where was Fred Dekker born?
Fred Dekker was born on April 9, 1959 in San Francisco, California, USA.
How many credits does Fred Dekker have?
Fred Dekker has accumulated over 30 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2020.
What is Fred Dekker's background in cinema and television?
Fred Dekker is an American screenwriter and film director born on April 9, 1959, in San Francisco, California, USA. He is known for his cult classic horror comedy films, including Night of the Creeps and The Monster Squad, which he co-wrote with Shane Black. Dekker also contributed story ideas for House and Ricochet, a...