John Dahl
Biography
John Dahl is an American film director and screenwriter who is best known for his work in the neo-noir genre. Born on December 11, 1956, in Billings, Montana, United States, Dahl has sixty-five known credits in directing. Among his notable works is his second feature film, the 1993 release Red Rock West, which he also wrote. Although that film achieved only a modest box office, it was a significant critical success, earning praise from critic Roger Ebert, who described it as a diabolical movie.
Career overview
John Dahl is an American film director and screenwriter born on December 11, 1956, in Billings, Montana. Known primarily for his work in the neo-noir genre, Dahl has accumulated 65 known credits encompassing directing and writing across movies and television shows.
Among his directorial works is his second feature film, Red Rock West, released in 1993, which he also wrote. Although the film achieved only a modest box office, it was a significant critical success, earning praise from critic Roger Ebert, who described it as a diabolical movie that exists within its genre.
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Full Filmography
67 titles- M.I.A. (2026) Director
- Manhunt (2024) Director
- Manhunt (2024) Executive Producer
- Poker Face (2023) Director
- Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber (2022) Director
- American Rust (2021) Director
- For All Mankind (2019) Director
- Evil (2019) Director
- Servant (2019) Director
- Yellowstone (2018) Director
- The Looming Tower (2018) Director
- For Love (2018) Director
- The Good Doctor (2017) Director
- SEAL Team (2017) Director
- Marvel's Iron Fist (2017) Director
- Billions (2016) Director
- Marvel's Jessica Jones (2015) Director
- Aquarius (2015) Director
- Outlander (2014) Director
- The Strain (2014) Director
- The Affair (2014) Director
- Kingdom (2014) Director
- The Man vs. The Machine (2014) Executive Producer
- The Americans (2013) Director
- House of Cards (2013) Director
- Hannibal (2013) Director
- Ray Donovan (2013) Director
- The Bridge (2013) Director
- Arrow (2012) Director
- House of Lies (2012) Director
- Shameless (2011) Director
- Homeland (2011) Director
- Person of Interest (2011) Director
- Falling Skies (2011) Director
- Cooper and Stone (2011) Director
- The Walking Dead (2010) Director
- Justified (2010) Director
- Caprica (2010) Director
- Terriers (2010) Director
- Hellcats (2010) Director
- The Vampire Diaries (2009) Director
- United States of Tara (2009) Director
- Chance (2009) Director
- All In: The Poker Movie (2009) as Himself
- Breaking Bad (2008) Director
- True Blood (2008) Director
- Fear Itself (2008) Director
- Californication (2007) Director
- Life (2007) Director
- You Kill Me (2007) Director
- Dexter (2006) Director
- Tilt (2005) Director
- The Great Raid (2005) Director
- Battlestar Galactica (2004) Director
- Joy Ride (2001) Director
- Rounders (1998) Director
- Hannity (1996)
- Unforgettable (1996) Director
- Dark and Deadly: Fifty Years of Film Noir (1995) as Self
- The Last Seduction (1994) Director
- Fallen Angels (1993) Director
- Red Rock West (1993) Director
- Red Rock West (1993) Writer
- Kill Me Again (1989) Director
- Kill Me Again (1989) Writer
- Alle elsker Debbie (1988) Director of Photography
- P.I. Private Investigations (1987) Writer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Dahl best known for?
John Dahl is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including M.I.A. (2026), Manhunt (2024), Manhunt (2024), Poker Face (2023).
When and where was John Dahl born?
John Dahl was born on December 11, 1956 in Billings, Montana, USA.
How many credits does John Dahl have?
John Dahl has accumulated over 67 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1987 to 2026.
What is John Dahl's background in cinema and television?
John Dahl is an American film director and screenwriter who is best known for his work in the neo-noir genre. Born on December 11, 1956, in Billings, Montana, United States, Dahl has sixty-five known credits in directing. Among his notable works is his second feature film, the 1993 release Red Rock West, which he also ...