Steve Miner
Biography
Steve Miner is an American film and television director. Born in Westport, Connecticut, he began his career as an associate-producer on the 1980 film Friday the 13th. Miner went on to direct the sequels Friday the 13th Part 2 and Friday the 13th Part III, becoming the only director to direct more than one film in the Friday the 13th series. He has also directed the horror comedy House in 1986. Miner's television work includes directing episodes of The Wonder Years, Jake 2.0, Felicity, Dawson's Creek, and Diagnosis: Murder. He is known for his work in the film and television industry, with a career spanning multiple genres and projects.
Career overview
Steve Miner is an American film and television director. He was born in Westport, Connecticut. Miner began his career in the film industry as an associate-producer on the 1980 hit, Friday the 13th. He went on to direct several sequels in the series, including Friday the 13th Part 2 and Friday the 13th Part III, which was also released in 3D. Miner is notable for being the only director to direct more than one film in the Friday the 13th series.
In addition to his work on the Friday the 13th series, Miner has directed various television programs. His directing credits include The Wonder Years, Jake 2.0, Felicity, Dawson's Creek, and Diagnosis: Murder. Miner's experience in television has been extensive, with multiple episodes directed for several shows. His work in the television industry has demonstrated his versatility as a director.
Miner's film career has also included directing the horror comedy House, released in 1986. Throughout his career, Miner has demonstrated his ability to work in both film and television, directing a wide range of projects. His experience and versatility have made him a notable figure in the film and television industry.
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Full Filmography
66 titles- Death by Lightning (2025) as Indiana Man
- The Devil's Work (2017)
- Ding Dong, You're Dead! The Making of "House" (2017)
- Dead of Summer (2016) Director
- Stitchers (2015) Director
- Chasing Life (2014) Director
- Once Upon a Time (2011) Director
- Switched at Birth (2011) Director
- The Gates (2010) Director
- The Gates (2010) Producer
- Make It or Break It (2009) Director
- Day of the Dead (2008) Director
- Private Valentine: Blonde & Dangerous (2008) Director
- Psych (2006) Director
- Eureka (2006) Director
- Wildfire (2005) Director
- Summerland (2004) Director
- Miss Match (2003) Director
- Jake 2.0 (2003) Director
- Karen Sisco (2003) Director
- Smallville (2001) Director
- Texas Rangers (2001) Director
- Lake Placid (1999) as Airplane Pilot
- Lake Placid (1999) Director
- Wasteland (1999) Director
- Dawson's Creek (1998) Director
- Felicity (1998) Director
- Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) as School Financial Advisor (uncredited)
- Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) Director
- Unmasking the Horror (1998)
- The Practice (1997) Director
- Relativity (1996) Director
- Big Bully (1996) Director
- Chicago Hope (1994) Director
- My Father the Hero (1994) Director
- Diagnosis: Murder (1993) Director
- Forever Young (1992) Director
- Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken (1991) Director
- Warlock (1989) Director
- Warlock (1989) Producer
- The Wonder Years (1988) Director
- The Wonder Years (1988) Producer
- CBS Summer Playhouse (1987) Director
- Soul Man (1986) Director
- Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors (1986) as Self
- House (1985) Director
- Friday the 13th Part III (1982) as Newscaster
- Friday the 13th Part III (1982) Director
- Friday the 13th Part III (1982) Animation Director
- Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) Director
- Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) Producer
- Friday the 13th (1980) Unit Production Manager
- Friday the 13th (1980) Associate Producer
- Breaking Away (1979) as Student (uncredited)
- Manny's Orphans (1978) Producer
- Manny's Orphans (1978) Editor
- Manny's Orphans (1978) Story
- Here Come the Tigers (1978) Producer
- Here Come the Tigers (1978) Editor
- Here Come the Tigers (1978) Second Unit Director
- Video Vixens! (1975) Assistant Editor
- The Case of the Smiling Stiffs (1973) Editor
- The Last House on the Left (1972) as Hippie Taunting Deputy (uncredited)
- The Last House on the Left (1972) Assistant Editor
- The Last House on the Left (1972) Production Assistant
- The Exorcism at Lincoln High Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Steve Miner best known for?
Steve Miner is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Bad (1977), Stitchers (2015), The Suite Life Movie (2011), Once Upon a Time (2011).
When and where was Steve Miner born?
Steve Miner was born on June 18, 1951 in Westport, Connecticut, USA.
How many credits does Steve Miner have?
Steve Miner has accumulated over 66 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 2025.
What is Steve Miner's background in cinema and television?
Steve Miner is an American film and television director. Born in Westport, Connecticut, he began his career as an associate-producer on the 1980 film Friday the 13th. Miner went on to direct the sequels Friday the 13th Part 2 and Friday the 13th Part III, becoming the only director to direct more than one film in the F...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Breaking Away (1979) as Student (uncredited) — aged about 28
- Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998) as School Financial Advisor (uncredited) — aged about 47
- The Last House on the Left (1972) as Hippie Taunting Deputy (uncredited) — aged about 21
- Lake Placid (1999) as Airplane Pilot — aged about 48
- Friday the 13th Part III (1982) as Newscaster — aged about 31
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