Robert Schwentke
Biography
Robert Schwentke is a German film director born in Stuttgart, Germany, on February 15, 1968. He graduated from Columbia College Hollywood in 1992. Schwentke is best known for directing the films Tattoo and Flightplan. He directed the 2009 film adaptation of The Time Traveler's Wife, which starred Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams. Additionally, he directed Red, a feature film adaptation of the 2003 graphic novel thriller written by Warren Ellis and illustrated by Cully Hamner. The script for Red was written by Erich and Jon Hoeber, and the production was handled by Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Mark Vahradian. Schwentke holds fourteen known directing credits in his career.
Career overview
Robert Schwentke is a German film director born in Stuttgart, Germany, on February 15, 1968. He graduated from Columbia College Hollywood in 1992 and is best known for directing the films Tattoo and Flightplan.
In 2009, Schwentke directed The Time Traveler's Wife, which was based on a best-selling novel and starred Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams. On June 12, 2008, it was announced on the front page of The Hollywood Reporter that Summit Entertainment had optioned Red, a 2003 graphic novel thriller written by Warren Ellis and illustrated by artist Cully Hamner, to be adapted as a feature film. Schwentke directed the film using a script written by Whiteout screenwriters Erich and Jon Hoeber. The adaptation was produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Mark Vahradian, who are known for Transformers.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
22 titles- Helgoland 513 (2024) Creator
- Seneca (2023) Writer
- Seneca (2023) Director
- Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins (2021) Director
- The Captain (2018) Director
- The Captain (2018) Writer
- Allegiant (2016) Director
- Insurgent (2015) Director
- R.I.P.D. (2013) Director
- RED (2010) Director
- Lie to Me (2009) Director
- The Time Traveler's Wife (2009) Director
- Flightplan (2005) Director
- The Family Jewels (2004) Director
- The Family Jewels (2004) Writer
- Tattoo (2002) Director
- Tattoo (2002) Screenplay
- Tattoo (2002) Idea
- Tattoo (2002) Story
- Tattoo (2002) Writer
- Control Director
- Control Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Robert Schwentke best known for?
Robert Schwentke is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins (2021), The Captain (2018), The Captain (2018), Allegiant (2016).
When and where was Robert Schwentke born?
Robert Schwentke was born on February 15, 1968 in Stuttgart, Germany.
How many credits does Robert Schwentke have?
Robert Schwentke has accumulated over 22 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2002 to 2024.
What is Robert Schwentke's background in cinema and television?
Robert Schwentke is a German film director born in Stuttgart, Germany, on February 15, 1968. He graduated from Columbia College Hollywood in 1992. Schwentke is best known for directing the films Tattoo and Flightplan. He directed the 2009 film adaptation of The Time Traveler's Wife, which starred Eric Bana and Rachel M...