Russell Mulcahy
- Known For
- Directing
- Born
- June 23, 1953 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
- Active Years
- 1976–2023 (48 Years)
- Total Credits
- 57 credits in database
Biography
Russell Mulcahy is an Australian director, writer, and producer who was born on June 23, 1953, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. His work is recognized by his use of fast cuts, tracking shots, and glowing lights. He began his career directing music videos for artists such as Elton John, Duran Duran, The Buggles, and Bonnie Tyler. He made his feature directorial debut with the 1984 horror film Razorback and later achieved international prominence by directing the fantasy action film Highlander. Throughout his career, he has accumulated numerous known credits in directing across film and television.
Career overview
Russell Mulcahy is an Australian director, writer, and producer who was born on June 23, 1953, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. His work is easily recognized by his stylistic use of fast cuts, tracking shots, and glowing lights. He began his career directing visually striking music video clips for notable artists such as Elton John, Duran Duran, The Buggles, and Bonnie Tyler, gaining early fame for these music videos before transitioning into feature-length films.
Following his music video work, Mulcahy made his feature directorial debut with the 1984 horror film Razorback. He later achieved international prominence by directing the fantasy action film Highlander. Throughout his career, he has built a substantial body of work in directing, accumulating numerous known credits across film and video projects.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
57 titles- Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023) Director
- Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023) Story
- Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023) Executive Producer
- The Horror Crowd (2020) as Self
- In Like Flynn (2018) Director
- Duran Duran: There's Something You Should Know (2018) as Self
- 13 Reasons Why (2017) Director
- Eye Candy (2015) Director
- Bait (2012) Screenplay
- Teen Wolf (2011) Director
- Prayers for Bobby (2009) Director
- Give 'em Hell, Malone (2009) Director
- The Scorpion King 2: Rise of a Warrior (2008) Director
- Not Quite Hollywood (2008) as Self
- Crash and Burn (2008) Director
- The Players: The Cast of 'Extinction' (2008) as Self
- Beyond Raccoon City: Unearthing 'Resident Evil: Extinction' (2008) as Self
- Classic Albums: Duran Duran - Rio (2008) as Self
- Resident Evil: Extinction (2007) Director
- While the Children Sleep (2007) Director
- The Curse of King Tut's Tomb (2006) Director
- The Curse of King Tut's Tomb (2006) Director
- Jules Verne's Mysterious Island (2005) Director
- Jules Verne's Mysterious Island (2005) Director
- AC/DC: Family Jewels (2005) Director
- 3: The Dale Earnhardt Story (2004) Director
- Skin (2003) Director
- Swimming Upstream (2003) Director
- First to Die (2003) Director
- Jeremiah (2002) Director
- Young Lions (2002) Director
- The Lost Battalion (2001) Director
- Queer as Folk (2000) Director
- On the Beach (2000) Director
- On the Beach (2000) Director
- Resurrection (1999) Director
- Russell Mulcahy’s Tale of the Mummy (1998) Writer
- Russell Mulcahy’s Tale of the Mummy (1998) Director
- The Hunger (1997) Director
- Perversions of Science (1997) Director
- Silent Trigger (1996) Director
- The Shadow (1994) Director
- The Real McCoy (1993) Director
- Blue Ice (1992) Director
- Ricochet (1991) Director
- Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) Director
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Director
- Highlander (1986) Director
- Arena (1985) Director
- As the Lights Go Down (1985) Director
- Duran Duran: The Making of Arena (1985) Director
- Red Hot Rock (1984) Director
- Razorback (1984) Director
- Elton John: Visions (1981) Director
- Derek and Clive Get the Horn (1979) Director
- Adam (1976) Lighting Coordinator
- The Savior Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Russell Mulcahy best known for?
Russell Mulcahy is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023), Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023), Teen Wolf: The Movie (2023), In Like Flynn (2018).
When and where was Russell Mulcahy born?
Russell Mulcahy was born on June 23, 1953 in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
How many credits does Russell Mulcahy have?
Russell Mulcahy has accumulated over 57 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1976 to 2023.
What is Russell Mulcahy's background in cinema and television?
Russell Mulcahy is an Australian director, writer, and producer who was born on June 23, 1953, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. His work is recognized by his use of fast cuts, tracking shots, and glowing lights. He began his career directing music videos for artists such as Elton John, Duran Duran, The Buggles, and B...
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