Danny Boyle

Born: 1956-10-20

Birthplace: Manchester, England, UK

Biography

Daniel Francis Boyle (born 20 October 1956) is an English filmmaker and producer. He is best known for his work on films such as Trainspotting, 28 Days Later, Slumdog Millionaire, 127 Hours, and Steve Jobs. In 2009, Slumdog Millionaire won Boyle the Academy Award for Best Director, and the film won Best Picture. In 2012, Boyle was the artistic director for Isles of Wonder, the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics in London, which was widely praised.

Known For

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
28 Years Later
28 Days Later
28 Weeks Later
Trainspotting
Sunshine
Slumdog Millionaire
127 Hours
The Beach
Battle of the Sexes

Top Movie Credits

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Producer
28 Years Later Director
28 Days Later Director
28 Weeks Later Executive Producer
Trainspotting Director
Sunshine Director
Slumdog Millionaire Director
127 Hours Screenplay
The Beach Director
Battle of the Sexes Producer