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Mick Garris

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Mick Garris

Born December 4, 1951 in Santa Monica, California, USA18 films

Mick Garris (born December 4, 1951) is an American filmmaker and screenwriter born in Santa Monica, California. He has been recognized for his contributions as a director, producer, and screenwriter in the horror genre. He's known for his work on various film and television projects, including adaptations of Stephen King's novels such as "The Stand" and "The Shining." Garris has also been involved in creating and hosting interviews for the series "Post Mortem with Mick Garris," where he engages with prominent figures in the horror and entertainment industry. His career reflects a deep involvement in and passion for the world of horror storytelling.

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Critters 2 posterFirst watchCritters 219886.2Three bounty hunters from space fly back to the town of Grovers Bend, hoping to save local residents from a new batch of Critter eggs.View film

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18 films as director
  1. 2018Nightmare CinemaDirector
  2. 2006Valerie on the StairsDirector
  3. 2006ChocolateDirector
  4. 2006DesperationDirector
  5. 2004Riding the BulletDirector
  6. 2001The JudgeDirector
  7. 1998Virtual ObsessionDirector
  8. 1997Quicksilver HighwayDirector
  9. 1995Amazing Stories: The Movie IVDirector
  10. 1993The Nightmare Begins AgainDirector
  11. 1992SleepwalkersDirector
  12. 1990Psycho IV: The BeginningDirector
  13. 1988Critters 2Director
  14. 1986FuzzbucketDirector
  15. 1985The Making Of The GooniesDirector
  16. 1982The Making of David Cronenberg's VideodromeDirector
  17. 1982The Making of 'The Thing'Director
  18. 1981Making a Monster Movie: Inside 'the Howling'Director