James Foley
Biography
James Foley was an American film director born on December 28, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. He directed films including At Close Range, entered into the 36th Berlin International Film Festival, and Glengarry Glen Ross, based on the play by David Mamet. Foley also directed The Chamber, based on the novel by John Grisham. Additionally, he directed the sequels to Fifty Shades of Grey: Fifty Shades Darker and Fifty Shades Freed. Foley passed away on May 6, 2025, at the age of 71. His work was also associated with the films Dům z karet, Městečko Twin Peaks, and Miliardy, although the exact nature of his involvement with these films is not specified.
Career overview
James Foley was an American film director. He was born on December 28, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York. Foley's filmography includes several notable works. His 1986 film "At Close Range" was entered into the 36th Berlin International Film Festival.
Foley also directed films based on notable works by other authors. He directed "Glengarry Glen Ross," which was based on the play of the same name by David Mamet. Additionally, he directed "The Chamber," which was based on the novel of the same name by John Grisham.
Foley's work also includes directing two sequels to the film "Fifty Shades of Grey." The films are "Fifty Shades Darker" and "Fifty Shades Freed," released in 2017 and 2018, respectively.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
30 titles- Fifty Shades Freed (2018) Director
- Fifty Shades Darker (2017) Director
- Billions (2016) Director
- Wayward Pines (2015) Director
- House of Cards (2013) Director
- Hannibal (2013) Director
- Misfire: The Rise and Fall of the Shooting Gallery (2013) as Self
- Perfect Stranger (2007) Director
- Confidence (2003) Director
- Chow Yun Fat Goes Hollywood (2002) as Self
- Magic Time: A Tribute to Jack Lemmon (2002) as Self
- The Corruptor (1999) Director
- Gun (1997) Director
- Fear (1996) Director
- The Chamber (1996) Director
- Two Bits (1995) Director
- Dark and Deadly: Fifty Years of Film Noir (1995) as Self
- Glengarry Glen Ross (1992) Director
- Twin Peaks (1990) Director
- After Dark, My Sweet (1990) Director
- After Dark, My Sweet (1990) Screenplay
- Madonna: The Immaculate Collection (1990) Director
- Madonna: The Immaculate Collection (1990) Writer
- Who's That Girl (1987) Director
- At Close Range (1986) as Assistant D.A.
- At Close Range (1986) Director
- Madonna: The Virgin Tour Live (1985) Director
- Reckless (1984) Director
- Silent Night (1979) Director
- Janie (1970) Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is James Foley best known for?
James Foley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Fifty Shades Freed (2018), Fifty Shades Darker (2017), Zero Woman: Red Handcuffs (1974), Wayward Pines (2015).
When and where was James Foley born?
James Foley was born on December 28, 1953 in Brooklyn, New York, USA. They passed away on May 6, 2025.
How many credits does James Foley have?
James Foley has accumulated over 30 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1970 to 2018.
What is James Foley's background in cinema and television?
James Foley was an American film director born on December 28, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. He directed films including At Close Range, entered into the 36th Berlin International Film Festival, and Glengarry Glen Ross, based on the play by David Mamet. Foley also directed The Chamber, based on the novel by John Gr...