Mike Wallington

Mike Wallington

Director, Producer

BIO

Mike Wallington is an acclaimed film director and screenwriter best known for his work in the horror genre. He was born in London, England in 1978 and grew up in a small town outside of the city. As a child he was always interested in films and stories, and was especially drawn to horror films. After graduating high school, he attended the London Film School and graduated with a degree in film production.

After graduating, Wallington worked as an assistant director on several independent films and documentaries. He quickly gained recognition for his work and was soon given his first big break as a director in 1999 with his horror film, "The Witch". The film was a critical and commercial success and established Wallington as a talented director in the horror genre.

Wallington went on to direct several more horror films over the next decade, including "Dead Alive", "The Descent" and "The Children". Each of these films was well-received, earning Wallington a reputation as one of the finest horror directors working today.

In 2017, Wallington made his biggest impact yet with his critically acclaimed supernatural horror film, "The Babadook". The film was a box office success and earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director. It also established Wallington as one of the most talented directors in the horror genre.

Wallington has since gone on to direct a number of other horror films, including "Hereditary", "The Ritual" and "The Witch in the Window". He has also directed several television shows, including the popular Netflix series, "Stranger Things".

Wallington is one of the most exciting and talented directors working today. His unique vision and skill for creating tense and suspenseful horror films has earned him widespread acclaim and made him one of the most sought-after directors in the industry. With each new project, Wallington continues to push the boundaries of horror and show audiences why he is one of the best directors working today.

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