Doug Liman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 24, 1965 |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Doug Liman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Directing major action and thriller films, including 'The Bourne Identity,' 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith,' and 'Edge of Tomorrow.' |
Intro
Doug Liman is an American film director and producer known for his work on a number of high-profile films in the action and thriller genres. He is especially recognized for directing 'The Bourne Identity,' 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith,' and 'Edge of Tomorrow.' Liman is also noted for his distinct visual storytelling and for helping to launch successful film franchises.
Early Life & Background
Doug Liman was born in New York City. He is the son of Arthur L. Liman, a well-known lawyer, and Ellen Liman, a painter and gallery owner. Liman attended Brown University, where he began making student films, which developed his interest in filmmaking before he furthered his studies at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Swingers' (1996), a breakout independent film.
- Directed 'The Bourne Identity' (2002), launching the successful 'Bourne' film franchise.
- Directed 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith' (2005), a major box office hit starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.
- Directed 'Edge of Tomorrow' (2014) featuring Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt.
- Directed 'American Made' (2017), reuniting with Tom Cruise.
Trivia
- Doug Liman is credited with helping launch the careers of actors like Jon Favreau and Vince Vaughn through 'Swingers.'
- His father, Arthur Liman, served as chief counsel during the Iran-Contra hearings.
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Doug Liman is 60 years old.
Doug Liman was born the 24 July 1965.
New York City, New York, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About July 24th, 1965, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 24, 1965, the first surface-to-air missile attack on U.S. aircraft occurred during the Vietnam War. This event marked a significant escalation in the conflict and highlighted the increasing sophistication of North Vietnamese military capabilities.
- Day of the week: July 24th, 1965 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction by The Rolling Stones
- #1 UK song: I'm Alive by The Hollies
- Popular movie: The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise
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