James Vanderbilt

James Vanderbilt

49 · Born: Nov 17, 1975

Personal Details

BornNov 17, 1975 Norwalk, Connecticut, U.S.
Parents
  • Alison Campbell
Relatives
  • Alfred G. Vanderbilt (Grandparent)
  • Alfred G. Vanderbilt (Great Grandparent)
  • Anderson Cooper (Cousin)
  • Timothy Olyphant (Cousin)

Biography

James Platten Vanderbilt is a renowned American screenwriter and film producer, hailing from Norwalk, Connecticut, a city located in the southwestern region of the state, approximately 40 miles northwest of New York City.

Born in this picturesque town, Vanderbilt's early life and upbringing undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping his creative endeavors and passion for the film industry.

As a screenwriter and producer, Vanderbilt has made a lasting impact on the world of cinema, with a diverse range of projects that showcase his versatility and talent. Some of his most notable works include the critically acclaimed film Zodiac (2007),which was directed by David Fincher and based on the true story of the Zodiac Killer.

Vanderbilt's subsequent projects have also garnered significant attention and acclaim, with notable films such as The Amazing Spider-Man (2012),White House Down (2013),and Scream (2022) solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the film industry.

Throughout his career, Vanderbilt has consistently demonstrated his ability to craft compelling stories and characters, and his work has resonated with audiences worldwide. As a result, he is widely regarded as one of the most talented and successful screenwriters and producers of his generation.

Despite his many accomplishments, Vanderbilt remains humble and dedicated to his craft, continuing to push the boundaries of storytelling and innovation in the film industry.

Career

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2019
Ready or Not
Ready or Not as Mr. LeBail (uncredited)
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2012
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2007
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2026
Scream 7
Scream 7 as Story
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2023
Scream VI
Scream VI as Writer
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Murder Mystery 2
Murder Mystery 2 as Writer, Characters
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2022
Scream
Scream as Writer
{"id":138335,"title":"Murder Mystery","year":"2019","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/murder-mystery","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/uge0moarl780.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/uge0moarl780.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
Murder Mystery
Murder Mystery as Screenplay
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2016
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2014
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2013
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2012
The Amazing Spider-Man
The Amazing Spider-Man as Story, Screenplay
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2010
The Losers
The Losers as Screenplay
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2007
Zodiac
Zodiac as Screenplay
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2003
The Rundown
The Rundown as Screenplay
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Darkness Falls
Darkness Falls as Screenplay
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Basic
Basic as Screenplay
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2015
Truth
Truth as Director, Screenplay