Jeff Burr
Biography
Jeff Burr was an American film director, writer, and producer known for his contributions to the horror genre. Born in Aurora, Ohio, he spent his youth in Dalton, Georgia, where he developed an interest in cinema by watching low-budget independent films and creating his own Super-8 projects. Burr is recognized for his work on several horror sequels, including Stepfather II, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III, Puppet Master 4, Puppet Master 5, and Pumpkinhead II. He attended the University of Southern California alongside actor R. A. Mihailoff. Burr died in October 2023 at the age of 60. His directorial credits include the film Straight Into Darkness.
Career overview
Jeff Burr was an American film director, writer, and producer who gained recognition for his contributions to the horror genre. Born in Aurora, Ohio, he spent his youth in Dalton, Georgia, where he developed an early interest in filmmaking by creating Super-8 movies. Throughout his career, he became particularly noted for his work on various horror sequels. His directorial credits include The Stepfather II, Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III, Puppet Master 4, Puppet Master 5, Pumpkinhead II: Blood Wings, and Straight Into Darkness.
During his time at the University of Southern California, Burr studied alongside R. A. Mihailoff, who later portrayed the character Leatherface in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III. Burr’s professional legacy is defined by his diverse exploration of genres and his specific impact on the landscape of horror sequels. He passed away in October 2023 at the age of 60.
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Full Filmography
70 titles- Game of Death: The Six Doors to Hell (2024) as Mr. Price
- Dinner with Leatherface (2024) as Self
- Tales of the Fantastic (2023) Director
- Spider Baby (2023) Creative Consultant
- Carnage Collection - Puppet Master: Trunk Full of Terror (2022) Director
- American Resurrection (2022) Director
- Tales of the Uncanny (2020) as Self
- Edge of Town (2020) as Hartley
- Direct to Video: Straight to Video Horror of the 90s (2019) as Self
- Puppet Master: Blitzkrieg Massacre (2018) Director
- Puppet Master: Blitzkrieg Massacre (2018) Director
- The Litch (2017) as Uncle Jeff
- Cool As Hell 2 (2017) as Jeff Burr
- Making Out (2016) as Jean Paul Richard
- Return to Oldfield: Making from a Whisper to a Scream (2015) as Himself
- Babysitter Massacre (2013) Thanks
- Alien Tornado (2012) Director
- Gun of the Black Sun (2011) Director
- Rat Scratch Fever (2011) as Ed
- Let There Be Light: The Odyssey of Dark Star (2010) as Himself
- Samurai Priest Vampire Hunter (2009) as Bathroom Trucker
- Sutures (2009) as Dr. Sanger
- The Curse of Lizzie Borden 2: Prom Night (2008) as Dr. Dylan Morgan
- Women's Murder Club (2007)
- Mil Mascaras vs. the Aztec Mummy (2007) Director
- Gimme Skelter (2007) Thanks
- Broke Sky (2007) Producer
- Devil's Den (2006) Director
- Frankenstein & the Werewolf Reborn! (2005) Director
- The Mangler Reborn (2005) as Lawnmowing Man
- Creepies 2: Las Vegas Attack (2005) as Burt
- Straight Into Darkness (2004) Director
- The Saw Is Family: Making 'Leatherface' (2003)
- Zombiegeddon (2003) as Phil (voice)
- Dark Asylum (2001) as Fergusson (uncredited)
- Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Shocking Truth (2000) as Self
- Witchouse II: Blood Coven (2000) as Guy on Sidewalk
- Phantom Town (1999) as Uncle Jack
- Phantom Town (1999) Director
- X-Treme Teens (1999) as Mr. Wright - Science Teacher
- X-Treme Teens (1999) Director
- X-Treme Teens (1999) Writer
- Spoiler (1998) Director
- The Werewolf Reborn! (1998) Director
- Johnny Mysto: Boy Wizard (1997) Director
- Halloween... The Happy Haunting of America! (1997) as Self
- American Hero (1997) Director
- Big Bad BeetleBorgs (1996) Director
- Hang Time (1995)
- Pumpkinhead II: Blood Wings (1995) Director
- Night of the Scarecrow (1995) Director
- Ghost Gunfighter (1995) as Pete
- Videozone: The Making of "Puppet Master 4" (1995) as Director of Puppet Master 4
- Puppet Master 5 (1994) Director
- Videozone: The Making of "Puppet Master 5" (1994) as Director of "Puppet Master 5"
- Puppet Master 4 (1993) Director
- Things (1993) as The Coroner
- Eddie Presley (1993) as Guard
- Eddie Presley (1993) Editor
- Eddie Presley (1993) Director
- Shock Cinema: Volume One (1991) as Himself
- Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III (1990) Director
- Stepfather 2 (1989) Director
- Stephen King's World of Horror (1989) as Self
- From a Whisper to a Scream (1987) Director
- From a Whisper to a Scream (1987) Writer
- Divided We Fall (1982) Director
- Divided We Fall (1982) Writer
- Divided We Fall (1982) Cinematography
- Gordon as The Seller
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What movies or TV shows is Jeff Burr best known for?
Jeff Burr is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tales of the Uncanny (2020), The Mangler Reborn (2005), Johnny Mysto: Boy Wizard (1997), Big Bad BeetleBorgs (1996).
When and where was Jeff Burr born?
Jeff Burr was born on July 18, 1963 in Aurora, Ohio. They passed away on October 11, 2023.
How many credits does Jeff Burr have?
Jeff Burr has accumulated over 70 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 2024.
What is Jeff Burr's background in cinema and television?
Jeff Burr was an American film director, writer, and producer known for his contributions to the horror genre. Born in Aurora, Ohio, he spent his youth in Dalton, Georgia, where he developed an interest in cinema by watching low-budget independent films and creating his own Super-8 projects. Burr is recognized for his ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hang Time (1995) — aged about 31
- Tales of the Uncanny (2020) as Self — aged about 56
- The Mangler Reborn (2005) as Lawnmowing Man — aged about 41
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