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- Birthday: 1974-10-31
- Born Place: Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Ruben Fleischer
Ruben Fleischer, born on October 31, 1974, in Washington, D.C., is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter best known for his dynamic and often comedic approach to genre films. After graduating from Wesleyan University with a history major, he initially worked as a freelance HTML programmer before venturing into the entertainment industry. He gained early experience directing music videos and commercials for various brands and artists.Fleischer made a significant splash with his feature film directorial debut, the zombie-comedy Zombieland (2009), which was both a critical and commercial success and showcased his distinctive style of combining action, humor, and genre elements. He continued this trend with films like the action-comedy 30 Minutes or Less (2011) and the stylish crime thriller Gangster Squad (2013).His career further diversified with big-budget blockbusters such as Venom (2018), based on the Marvel Comics character, and its sequel Zombieland: Double Tap (2019). He also directed the video game adaptation Uncharted (2022) starring Tom Holland. Beyond directing, Fleischer has also served as a producer on several projects, including the upcoming Now You See Me: Now You Don't (2025), which he is also directing, marking his return to the world of illusionists. His work often features a strong visual flair and a knack for balancing intense action with comedic timing.
