Sam Esmail
Biography
Sam Esmail is an American film and television producer, director, and screenwriter born on September 17, 1977, in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA. He runs Esmail Corp and is known for his work on several television series and films. Esmail created, wrote, and directed the USA Network television series Mr. Robot, starring Rami Malek, and wrote and directed the feature films Comet and Leave the World Behind. He also produced and directed the first season of the Amazon Prime Video series Homecoming, starring Julia Roberts and Janelle Monáe, and produced several other television series including Briarpatch, Gaslit, Angelyne, and The Resort.
Career overview
Sam Esmail is a film and television producer, director, and screenwriter. He is known for his work in the television series Mr. Robot, which he created, wrote, and directed. The series aired from 2015 to 2019 on the USA Network. Esmail also directed the feature films Comet, released in 2014, and Leave the World Behind, released in 2023.
In addition to his work on Mr. Robot, Esmail has directed the first season of the Amazon Prime Video series Homecoming, starring Julia Roberts and Janelle Monáe. He has also produced several television series, including USA's Briarpatch, Starz's Gaslit, Peacock's Angelyne, and The Resort. Esmail's work often explores themes of alienation and technology.
As a director, Esmail has demonstrated his versatility and range in various projects. His work on Mr. Robot and Homecoming showcases his ability to create complex and thought-provoking television series. His feature films, such as Comet and Leave the World Behind, demonstrate his skill in crafting compelling narratives for the big screen. With a career spanning multiple mediums, Esmail has established himself as a talented and innovative director in the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
43 titles- Panic Carefully (2027) Director
- Panic Carefully (2027) Producer
- Panic Carefully (2027) Screenplay
- Backrooms (2026) Thanks
- Leave the World Behind (2023) as Capt. Esmail (uncredited)
- Leave the World Behind (2023) Screenplay
- Leave the World Behind (2023) Director
- Leave the World Behind (2023) Producer
- The Resort (2022) Executive Producer
- Gaslit (2022) Executive Producer
- Angelyne (2022) Executive Producer
- Briarpatch (2020) Executive Producer
- Homecoming (2018) Executive Producer
- Homecoming (2018) Director
- Homecoming (2018) Creator
- Risk (2017) Executive Producer
- Mr. Robot_dec0d3d.doc (2016) as Self - Creator Mr. Robot
- The Careful Massacre of the Bourgeoisie (2016) Executive Producer
- The Careful Massacre of the Bourgeoisie (2016) Writer
- Mr. Robot (2015) as Man on Train (uncredited)
- Mr. Robot (2015) as Man in Mirror (uncredited)
- Mr. Robot (2015) as Inmate (uncredited)
- Mr. Robot (2015) as Customer (uncredited)
- Mr. Robot (2015) as Henchman (uncredited)
- Mr. Robot (2015) Executive Producer
- Mr. Robot (2015) Writer
- Mr. Robot (2015) Director
- Mr. Robot (2015) Creator
- Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter (2015) as Self
- Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014) as Self
- Mockingbird (2014) Story
- Comet (2014) Director
- Comet (2014) Writer
- Above, Beneath and Beyond the Valley: The Making of a Musical-Horror-Sex-Comedy (2006) Editor
- Deep Down in Florida (2004) Director
- The Lobo Paramilitary Christmas Special (2002) Producer
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Nominee
- Famous Producer
- Tesseract Screenplay
- Tesseract Director
- Tesseract Producer
- Astronaut Down Producer
- The Hole Producer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Sam Esmail best known for?
Sam Esmail is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Backrooms (2026), Leave the World Behind (2023), Leave the World Behind (2023), Leave the World Behind (2023).
When and where was Sam Esmail born?
Sam Esmail was born on September 17, 1977 in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA.
How many credits does Sam Esmail have?
Sam Esmail has accumulated over 43 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2027.
What is Sam Esmail's background in cinema and television?
Sam Esmail is an American film and television producer, director, and screenwriter born on September 17, 1977, in Hoboken, New Jersey, USA. He runs Esmail Corp and is known for his work on several television series and films. Esmail created, wrote, and directed the USA Network television series Mr. Robot, starring Rami...