Jeremy Wagener is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known for his work on the films The Butterfly Effect, The Taking of Pelham 123, and The Mechanic.
Wagener was born in Los Angeles, California in 1972. He was raised in the San Fernando Valley and attended the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts, where he graduated in 1994. After graduating, he directed several short films and music videos before making his feature film debut in 2000 with the psychological thriller, The Butterfly Effect. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $96 million at the box office and receiving positive reviews from critics.
Wagener went on to direct the crime thriller, The Taking of Pelham 123, in 2009. Starring Denzel Washington and John Travolta, the film was a success, grossing over $150 million at the box office. His next feature film was the action-thriller, The Mechanic, which was released in 2011. The film was a modest success, with a gross of $80 million.
Wagener has also directed several television films, including The November Man and The Finest Hours. He also executive produced the television series, Intelligence, which was broadcast on CBS in 2014.
In 2018, he directed the action-adventure film, The Hurricane Heist, which was a moderate success. He is currently working on a new film project, an adaptation of the novel, No Mercy, which is set to be released in 2021.
Wagener is known for his ability to craft stories that are both thrilling and thought-provoking. He is also known for his use of suspense and tension to create a sense of dread and suspense in his films. His films often explore the consequences of moral choices and the power of redemption.
Overall, Jeremy Wagener has established himself as an accomplished director and producer who is capable of creating thought-provoking and thrilling films. His films have been both critically and commercially successful, and he continues to work on exciting projects.
