Justin Ludwig is an American film and television director. He has directed and executive produced multiple award-winning feature films, television series, and shorts.
Ludwig was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied film and television production. After graduating, he moved to Los Angeles in 2002 and began working in the entertainment industry as a director, producer, and editor.
Ludwig began his career directing videos for the likes of The Killers, Audioslave, and New Order. His music videos were featured on MTV and VH1, and earned him an MTV Video Music Award nomination. He then shifted his focus to feature films, directing the critically acclaimed drama “The Way We Move” in 2006. Ludwig’s next film, “The Speed of Life,” was released in 2009 to much acclaim.
In 2011, Ludwig began directing and executive producing television series for major networks. His first series, “Flesh and Bone,” was broadcast on Showtime and won a Peabody Award. He also directed and executive produced the Netflix series “Gypsy,” starring Naomi Watts.
In addition to his television work, Ludwig has directed multiple feature films. His 2014 film “The Last Time You Had Fun” was released to critical acclaim, and he recently directed the romantic comedy “Long Shot” starring Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron.
Ludwig’s work has earned him numerous awards and accolades, including an Emmy nomination and an Independent Spirit Award. His films and series have screened at festivals and theaters around the world. Ludwig is a member of the Directors Guild of America and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Ludwig continues to direct and produce feature films and television series. He is passionate about storytelling and exploring the human condition through his work. His vision is to create films and series that entertain and inspire audiences.
