John Erick Dowdle
Biography
John Erick Dowdle is an American film director and screenwriter born on December 9, 1972, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Known primarily for his work in horror and thriller films, he frequently collaborates with his brother, Drew Dowdle, who serves as a producer and co-screenwriter. John Erick Dowdle directed the horror films Quarantine, Devil, which was based on a storybook from M. Night Shyamalan, and As Above, So Below, along with the 2015 thriller film No Escape. Additionally, he and his brother co-created the miniseries Waco, which aired on the Paramount Network in 2018. His filmography also includes the projects known as Převrat and The Poughkeepsie Tapes.
Career overview
John Erick Dowdle is an American film director and screenwriter born on December 9, 1972, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Known primarily for his work in horror films, he frequently collaborates with his brother Drew Dowdle, who often serves as a producer and co-screenwriter.
Together with his brother, John Erick Dowdle directed several notable horror and thriller features. Their filmography includes Quarantine, Devil, which was based on a storybook by M. Night Shyamalan, and As Above, So Below, alongside the 2015 thriller film No Escape. His career also extends to television work, having co-created the miniseries Waco with his brother, which aired on the Paramount Network in 2018. Additional credits associated with his career include the projects Převrat and The Poughkeepsie Tapes.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
35 titles- Marshals (2026) Director
- Waco: The Aftermath (2023) Executive Producer
- Waco: The Aftermath (2023) Director
- Waco: The Aftermath (2023) Creator
- Joe Pickett (2021) Executive Producer
- Joe Pickett (2021) Writer
- Joe Pickett (2021) Director
- Joe Pickett (2021) Creator
- Waco (2018) Director
- Waco (2018) Executive Producer
- Waco (2018) Writer
- Waco (2018) Creator
- No Escape (2015) Director
- No Escape (2015) Writer
- As Above, So Below (2014) Director
- As Above, So Below (2014) Writer
- Devil (2010) Director
- Transcendent Man (2009) Executive Producer
- Quarantine (2008) Director
- Quarantine (2008) Writer
- The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007) Director
- The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007) Writer
- The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007) Story
- The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007) Editor
- The Dry Spell (2005) as Free Clinic Doctor
- The Dry Spell (2005) Writer
- The Dry Spell (2005) Director
- The Dry Spell (2005) Editor
- Katakomben 2 Director
- Katakomben 2 Writer
- Doctor Caligari's Cabinet of Wonders Director
- Doctor Caligari's Cabinet of Wonders Screenplay
- School for Scumbags Director
- Friday Night Lights Director
- Friday Night Lights Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Erick Dowdle best known for?
John Erick Dowdle is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Marshals (2026), Joe Pickett (2021), Joe Pickett (2021), Joe Pickett (2021).
When and where was John Erick Dowdle born?
John Erick Dowdle was born on December 9, 1972 in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.
How many credits does John Erick Dowdle have?
John Erick Dowdle has accumulated over 35 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2005 to 2026.
What is John Erick Dowdle's background in cinema and television?
John Erick Dowdle is an American film director and screenwriter born on December 9, 1972, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Known primarily for his work in horror and thriller films, he frequently collaborates with his brother, Drew Dowdle, who serves as a producer and co-screenwriter. John Erick Dowdle directed the horror films...