Zack Snyder

Directing·Mar 1, 1966·Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA

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Zachary Edward Snyder (born March 1, 1966) is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, producer, and cinematographer whose distinctive visual style has made him one of the most influential blockbuster directors of the 21st century. Renowned for his operatic storytelling, striking cinematography, and groundbreaking action sequences, Snyder has helped redefine the modern comic book epic and established one of the most recognizable cinematic signatures in contemporary Hollywood. After beginning his career directing commercials and music videos, Snyder made his feature film debut with the acclaimed horror remake Dawn of the Dead (2004), before achieving worldwide success with 300 (2006), whose revolutionary visual style transformed the look of modern action cinema. He followed with Watchmen (2009), Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole (2010), and the original fantasy film Sucker Punch (2011), further cementing his reputation as one of Hollywood's most visually ambitious filmmakers. Snyder gained global recognition for launching the DC Extended Universe with Man of Steel (2013), followed by Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) and Justice League (2017). His original vision was ultimately realized in Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021), a landmark director's cut whose release followed an unprecedented worldwide fan movement, becoming one of the most significant examples of audience-driven support in film history. Beyond superhero films, Snyder has expanded his creative portfolio with Netflix productions including Army of the Dead (2021), for which he also served as cinematographer, and the epic science-fiction saga Rebel Moon (2023–2024). Alongside his wife Deborah Snyder and producing partner Wesley Coller, he co-founded The Stone Quarry, producing many of his own projects while maintaining a first-look partnership with Netflix. Widely recognized for his innovative visual language, Snyder's influence extends across modern blockbuster filmmaking. His use of stylized slow motion, mythic storytelling, and richly composed imagery has inspired filmmakers around the world. Directors such as James Cameron and Christopher Nolan have praised his work, crediting him with helping shape the visual evolution of contemporary action, science fiction, and superhero cinema. His films have cultivated a passionate global following and continue to leave a lasting impact on popular culture.

Film	Credit
Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver2024 · Director of Photography, Director, Producer, Screenplay	Director of Photography, Director, Producer, Screenplay
Creating a Universe - The Making of Rebel Moon2024 · Self	Self
Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire2023 · Director of Photography, Director, Screenplay, Producer	Director of Photography, Director, Screenplay, Producer
The Flash: Saga of the Scarlet Speedster2023 · Self	Self
Army of Thieves2021 · Producer	Producer
Creating an Army of the Dead2021 · Self	Self
Army of the Dead2021 · Producer, Director, Screenplay, Director of Photography	Producer, Director, Screenplay, Director of Photography
Zack Snyder's Justice League2021 · Man in Coffee Shop (uncredited), Director	Man in Coffee Shop (uncredited), Director
Wonder Woman 19842020 · Producer	Producer
Justice League2017 · Director	Director
Snow Steam Iron2017 · Director, Screenplay, Producer, Director of Photography	Director, Screenplay, Producer, Director of Photography
Wonder Woman2017 · U.S. Soldier (uncredited), Producer	U.S. Soldier (uncredited), Producer
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice2016 · Director	Director
DC Films Presents Dawn of the Justice League2016 · Actor	Actor
300: Rise of an Empire2014 · Screenplay, Producer	Screenplay, Producer
Journey of Discovery: Creating Man of Steel2013 · Actor	Actor
Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics2013 · Actor	Actor
Superman 752013 · Director	Director
The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy2013 · Self	Self
Man of Steel2013 · Director	Director
Sucker Punch2011 · Screenplay, Director, Producer	Screenplay, Director, Producer
Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics2010 · Self (archive footage)	Self (archive footage)
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole2010 · Director	Director
The Phenomenon: The Comic That Changed Comics2009 · Actor	Actor
Real Super Heroes: Real Vigilantes2009 · Actor	Actor
Mechanics: Technologies of a Fantastic World2009 · Actor	Actor
Tales of the Black Freighter2009 · Writer	Writer
Watchmen2009 · Commando in Vietnam (uncredited), Director	Commando in Vietnam (uncredited), Director
3002007 · Director, Screenplay	Director, Screenplay
Dawn of the Dead2004 · Commando at White House (uncredited), Director	Commando at White House (uncredited), Director
Morrissey: ¡Oye Esteban!2000 · Director	Director
FFor a Moment Alive1990 · Writer, Director	Writer, Director
Michael Jordan's Playground1990 · Director	Director
BBlood and AshesWriter	Writer
The Last PhotographDirector, Director of Photography, Producer	Director, Director of Photography, Producer
UUntitled Zack Snyder LAPD FilmDirector, Producer, Screenplay	Director, Producer, Screenplay
BBrawlerDirector, Producer, Screenplay	Director, Producer, Screenplay
PPlanet of the DeadDirector	Director
DDeviantsScreenplay	Screenplay
Escape from New YorkDirector, Screenplay, Producer	Director, Screenplay, Producer