Max Brooks
Biography
Maximilian Michael Brooks is an American writer and actor. Born on May 22, 1972, in New York City, New York, he is the son of comedian Mel Brooks and actress Anne Bancroft. Much of his writing focuses on zombie stories. In his professional background, he served as a senior fellow at the Modern War Institute at West Point, New York. His career encompasses both writing and acting, with twenty-six known credits recorded on the Movie Database platform. His personal information notes his male gender and birth date.
Career overview
Maximilian Michael Brooks is an American writer and actor born on May 22, 1972, in New York City, New York. He is the son of comedian Mel Brooks and actress Anne Bancroft. Much of Brooks's writing focuses on zombie stories. In addition to his creative career, he served as a senior fellow at the Modern War Institute at West Point, New York. His professional background encompasses a total of twenty-six known credits recognized on the movie database, reflecting his active involvement in both writing and acting fields.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
27 titles- Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! (2026) as Self - Mel & Anne's Son
- The Rise of the Beast (2022) Writer
- Eli Roth's History of Horror (2018) as Self
- The Great Wall (2016) Story
- Doc of the Dead (2014) as Self
- World War Z (2013) Novel
- Zombies: A Living History (2011) as Himself
- Satan Hates You (2010) as Reporter
- The Truth Behind: Zombies (2010)
- Zombiemania (2008) as Himself - Writer
- Real Time with Bill Maher (2003) as Self - Guest
- Justice League (2001) as Howie (voice)
- Justice League: Secret Origins (2001) as Howie (voice)
- Buzz Lightyear of Star Command (2000) as Tech #2 / Ranger #2 (voice)
- Buzz Lightyear of Star Command (2000) as Punk-Goon #2 (voice)
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Howard (voice)
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Drew (voice)
- The Wild Thornberrys (1998) as Lead Dog (voice)
- Pepper Ann (1997) as Worried Executive #1 (voice)
- Pacific Blue (1996) as Marty Rosen
- 7th Heaven (1996) as Waiter
- Melrose Place (1992) as Messenger
- The Public Eye (1992) as Teen at Thompson Street
- To Be or Not to Be (1983) as Rifka's Son
- Saturday Night Live (1975) Writer
- The George Lucas Talk Show: Live as Self
- 10 Rules for Surviving a Zombie Attack Story
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Max Brooks best known for?
Max Brooks is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Great Wall (2016), World War Z (2013), THE iDOLM@STER SHINY COLORS (2024), Real Time with Bill Maher (2003).
When and where was Max Brooks born?
Max Brooks was born on May 22, 1972 in New York City, New York, USA.
How many credits does Max Brooks have?
Max Brooks has accumulated over 27 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2026.
What is Max Brooks's background in cinema and television?
Maximilian Michael Brooks is an American writer and actor. Born on May 22, 1972, in New York City, New York, he is the son of comedian Mel Brooks and actress Anne Bancroft. Much of his writing focuses on zombie stories. In his professional background, he served as a senior fellow at the Modern War Institute at West Poi...