Peter Jackson

Peter Jackson
Born	Peter Robert Jackson (1961-10-31) October 31, 1961 Wellington, New Zealand
Occupation(s)	Filmmaker, director, producer, screenwriter
Years active	1987–present
Known for	The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Hobbit trilogy

Sir Peter Robert Jackson (born 31 October 1961) is a filmmaker from New Zealand, widely recognized for directing, writing, and producing the Lord of the Rings trilogy (2001–2003) and the Hobbit trilogy (2012–2014), both based on the novels by J. R. R. Tolkien. His distinguished filmography also includes the drama Heavenly Creatures (1994), the horror-comedy The Frighteners (1996), the grand-scale remake King Kong (2005), the World War I documentary They Shall Not Grow Old (2018), and The Beatles: Get Back (2021). With global box office earnings exceeding $6.5 billion, he ranks as the fourth highest-grossing director worldwide.

Jackson’s early career began with the splatstick horror comedy Bad Taste (1987), followed by the dark comedy Meet the Feebles (1989) and the zombie-themed comedy Braindead (1992). He achieved broader acclaim through Heavenly Creatures, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay alongside collaborator Fran Walsh. His work on The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) garnered him three Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. His honors extend to three BAFTA Awards, a Golden Globe, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and four Saturn Awards.

His production company, WingNut Films, often partners with co-writers and producers Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens. In recognition of his contributions, Jackson was named a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2002 and received a knighthood in 2010 from Governor-General Sir Anand Satyanand. Additionally, he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2014.

Early life

Born in Wellington on 31 October 1961, Jackson grew up in Pukerua Bay, a northern suburb of the city. His parents, Joan (née Ruck), who worked as a factory employee and homemaker, and William "Bill" Jackson, a wages clerk, were immigrants from England.

From an early age, Jackson developed a passion for cinema, influenced by films featuring Ray Harryhausen, the television series Thunderbirds, and Monty Python's Flying Circus. A family acquaintance gifted them a Super 8 camera, sparking his interest in creating short films. Among his favorite movies was King Kong, which he attempted to recreate using stop-motion animation around age nine. His initial projects included a World War II epic titled The Dwarf Patrol, showcasing his first special effects efforts, as well as a James Bond parody called Coldfinger. Notably, his 20-minute short film The Valley received an award for its inventive cinematography.

Jackson attended Kāpiti College, where he showed little enthusiasm for sports. Without formal training in filmmaking, he acquired skills in editing, special effects, and makeup through hands-on experimentation. As a teenager, he discovered author J. R. R. Tolkien after viewing the 1978 animated version of The Lord of the Rings. At sixteen, he left school to work full-time as a photo-engraver at Wellington’s The Evening Post, living at home to save funds for film equipment. After two years in this role, he bought a 16 mm camera and began production on what would become his first feature film, Bad Taste.

Influences and inspirations

Jackson has acknowledged numerous films as significant sources of inspiration, particularly King Kong, which he considers his favourite and an early motivating influence. At the 2009 San Diego Comic-Con, alongside director James Cameron, Jackson emphasized the impact of films such as Martin Scorsese's Goodfellas and Casino for their innovative camera techniques that influenced his style. He also cited the 1970 movie Waterloo and credited filmmakers including George A. Romero, Steven Spielberg, Sam Raimi, as well as special effects legend Ray Harryhausen for shaping his creative vision.

Splatter phase

Jackson’s first feature-length film, Bad Taste, was a low-budget splatter comedy developed over several years with friends volunteering their time, mostly on weekends while Jackson maintained full-time employment. The storyline centers on aliens harvesting humans for consumption. Jackson portrayed two characters, including a memorable scene where he fights himself. The project’s completion was made possible through funding from the New Zealand Film Commission, whose executive director Jim Booth, impressed by Jackson’s abilities, later took on the role of producer. Bad Taste debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in May 1987.

During this era, Jackson worked closely with playwright Stephen Sinclair, writer Fran Walsh—who eventually became his life partner—and writer/actor Danny Mulheron. They developed multiple scripts together, including an unproduced sequel to A Nightmare on Elm Street; the zombie film Braindead underwent extensive rewriting.

Jackson’s subsequent release was Meet the Feebles (1989), co-written with Sinclair, Walsh, and Mulheron. Despite its very limited budget, production extended several weeks beyond the planned schedule. Jackson characterized it as featuring dark, satirical humour that many viewers find challenging or off-putting.

Heavenly Creatures and Forgotten Silver

After securing the rights, Jackson released Heavenly Creatures in 1994, marking a departure in style by dramatizing the 1950s Parker–Hulme murder case, where two teenage girls murdered one of their mothers. The project was strongly supported by Fran Walsh’s enthusiasm. Starring Melanie Lynskey and Kate Winslet, the film earned critical praise, received an Academy Awards nomination for Best Original Screenplay, and appeared on top ten lists from publications like Time, The Guardian, The Sydney Morning Herald, and The New Zealand Herald.

In 1995, Jackson co-directed the mockumentary Forgotten Silver alongside Wellington filmmaker Costa Botes. This television film fabricated the story of New Zealand cinema pioneer Colin McKenzie, who supposedly invented color film and sound movies before disappearing into obscurity. Broadcast without explicit disclaimers, it caused controversy when audiences realized McKenzie was a fictional character. The program demonstrated Jackson and Botes’ skill in engaging with New Zealand’s cultural narrative surrounding overlooked innovators.

Hollywood, Weta, and the Film Commission

The triumph of Heavenly Creatures paved the way for Jackson's initial major Hollywood project, The Frighteners (1996), featuring Michael J. Fox. Despite the story being set in North America, Jackson was granted permission to shoot entirely within New Zealand. During this era, Weta Workshop experienced considerable expansion, evolving from George Port’s early contributions on Heavenly Creatures into a comprehensive special effects firm. Under Richard Taylor’s leadership, Weta grew to manage digital and practical effects, makeup, and costume design.

Although The Frighteners did not achieve strong box office returns, it represented a crucial milestone for both Jackson and Weta. Film critic Roger Ebert described the movie as feeling more like "a demo reel than a film." In 1997, Jackson initiated defamation legal action against the New Zealand Listener following an unfavorable review but subsequently withdrew the case. Around this period, Universal Studios decided to halt Jackson’s proposed King Kong remake, concerned about oversaturation in the market due to other giant monster films such as Mighty Joe Young and Godzilla.

This transitional time also involved friction with the New Zealand Film Commission. After previous budget complications on Meet the Feebles, Jackson publicly criticized the Commission’s inconsistent funding decisions in a 1997 article marking its 20th anniversary. The original draft of this piece was considered overly long and potentially defamatory; a condensed version was eventually published in Metro. Despite these disputes, the NZFC provided financial backing for Jackson’s subsequent three films. Nevertheless, his outspoken critique underscored persistent difficulties in obtaining reliable support for his productions.

The Lord of the Rings

In 1997, after meeting producer Saul Zaentz, Jackson acquired the rights to adapt Tolkien’s epic saga. Initially partnering with Miramax Films on a plan to produce two films, Jackson faced pressure to reduce the narrative into a single movie. Ultimately, he secured an agreement with New Line, which endorsed a trilogy format.

Filming took place from 11 October 1999 through 22 December 2000 across numerous locations throughout New Zealand. The extensive post-production phase and additional shoots prior to each release were instrumental in the franchise's extraordinary success and greatly elevated Jackson’s reputation. The Return of the King earned all eleven Academy Awards for which it was nominated, including Best Picture and Best Director—marking it as both the first fantasy film and only second sequel to receive Best Picture honors. Shortly before the trilogy’s premiere, Jackson’s mother passed away; a special screening was held following her funeral.

King Kong

Universal Studios enlisted Jackson once more to recreate the 1933 classic King Kong. Released on 14 December 2005, this remake garnered roughly US$562 million worldwide and was met with widespread critical praise. Jackson also collaborated with Ubisoft’s game designer Michel Ancel to produce a video game adaptation, which launched on 21 November 2005 and achieved notable success both commercially and critically.

Crossing the Line

In 2007, Jackson directed the short film Crossing the Line as a trial for the then-new digital cinema camera, the Red One. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the film was completed within two days and showcased at NAB 2007. Selected footage can be found on Reduser.net.

The Lovely Bones

Jackson brought to screen Alice Sebold's bestselling novel The Lovely Bones, which premiered in the United States on 11 December 2009. This film, blending elements of fantasy and crime drama, provided Jackson with a departure from his usual large-scale productions. While it received mixed critical reactions and moderate box office performance, Stanley Tucci earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor nomination for his role.

Tintin franchise

Jackson served as producer for The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn, directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 2011. Prior to commencing work on The Hobbit, Jackson contributed to Spielberg’s direction. The cast featured Jamie Bell and Andy Serkis, both of whom had collaborated with Jackson previously. The film grossed $374 million globally and was well-received by critics, with Spielberg highlighting Jackson’s experience on Lord of the Rings and Weta Digital’s expertise as significant influences.

Plans for a sequel involved Jackson directing and Spielberg producing, aiming for a 2015 release. By early 2012, the script was completed and performance capture was scheduled for 2013. Although progress slowed, Spielberg confirmed in 2016 that development continued, despite Jackson being occupied with another confidential project. In late 2014, Jackson indicated that the sequel would proceed following completion of two New Zealand-based films. However, by 2015, screenwriter Anthony Horowitz had departed from the project, leaving its future uncertain.

The Hobbit

Peter Jackson’s path toward adapting The Hobbit encountered legal disputes and production obstacles. In November 2006, Jackson and Fran Walsh announced he would step down as director due to a legal conflict between Wingnut Films and New Line Cinema. New Line’s executive Robert Shaye declared that Jackson would no longer collaborate with the studio, prompting calls for a boycott. By August 2007, reconciliation efforts were underway. On 18 December 2007, an agreement was reached to produce two prequel films based on The Hobbit, planned for release in 2012 and 2013. Jackson took on roles as writer and executive producer while Guillermo del Toro was set to direct.

Del Toro withdrew in early 2010 due to production delays, leading Jackson back into negotiations to assume directing duties. By October 2010, his role as director was confirmed, with New Zealand chosen as the filming location. Production commenced on 20 March 2011. On 30 July 2012, Jackson revealed that what were initially two films would expand into a trilogy, incorporating material from the Lord of the Rings Appendices to broaden The Hobbit story rather than simply serve as a bridge to the The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Documentaries and Beatles-related projects

On 16 October 2018, Jackson's World War I documentary, They Shall Not Grow Old, debuted as the Special Presentation at the BFI London Film Festival, followed by a Q&A session moderated by critic Mark Kermode. This film incorporated original footage sourced from the Imperial War Museum archives, much of which had not been previously showcased. It combined these visuals with interviews of servicemen from the BBC and IWM collections. The majority of the footage underwent colourization, was transformed into 3D, and enhanced using contemporary techniques to deliver unprecedented clarity and detail.

Jackson characterized the film as an evocative portrayal of soldiers’ recollections rather than a conventional historical narrative. Peter Bradshaw of The Guardian lauded it as a "visually stunning" immersive experience that revitalized old black-and-white images into vibrant hyperrealism. The documentary was broadcast on BBC Two on 11 November 2018, coinciding with the centenary of the WWI Armistice, garnering praise for its restoration quality and authentic depiction of warfare. A related episode of What Do Artists Do All Day? aired on BBC Four.

In October 2016, Jackson revealed plans to produce and co-write a cinematic adaptation of Mortal Engines, directed by his collaborator Christian Rivers. Featuring Robert Sheehan, Hera Hilmar, and Hugo Weaving, the film premiered in London on 27 November 2018 but failed to impress critics and underperformed commercially.

On 30 January 2019, commemorating fifty years since the Beatles' final rooftop performance, Jackson announced a documentary focused on the creation of their last album, Let It Be. Utilizing over 55 hours of previously unseen footage alongside 140 hours of audio—the sole comprehensive studio documentation—the project employed restoration methods developed for They Shall Not Grow Old to provide fresh insights into this often turbulent period. Producers Clare Olssen and Jabez Olssen returned for this endeavor, with executive producers including Ken Kamins and Jeff Jones. The documentary enjoyed full cooperation from surviving Beatles Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, as well as widows Yoko Ono and Olivia Harrison. It features the complete 42-minute rooftop concert.

In March 2020, Walt Disney Studios secured global distribution rights for this documentary, retitled The Beatles: Get Back. Originally slated for an August 2021 theatrical release, it was ultimately launched as a three-part series on Disney+ in November 2021. The series received widespread critical acclaim and earned five Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Documentary Series and Outstanding Directing for Jackson.

The "de-mixing" technology created for Get Back—which isolates individual instruments and vocals—also enhanced subsequent Beatles audio releases. The 2022 reissue Revolver: Special Edition utilized this technology to elevate sound fidelity, earning commendations for unveiling new sonic details. This innovation facilitated the November 2023 release of "Now and Then", promoted as the Beatles’ final song. It merges a 1977 Lennon demo with a previously unsuccessful 1995 effort by surviving members McCartney and Starr, who added new recordings more than five decades after its initial conception. The short documentary Now and Then – The Last Beatles Song, featuring Jackson, chronicles its production. The single achieved broad acclaim and secured a Grammy Award, widely regarded as a fitting conclusion to the band’s legacy.

Jackson directed the music video for "Now and Then," integrating new footage of McCartney and Starr with restored archival images to visually reunite all four Beatles. Initially hesitant to direct this project, Jackson was persuaded by McCartney, Starr, and Apple Corps who provided prompt access to archival material. He approached the video as a short film rather than a conventional music video format. While praised for its emotional resonance, the video received mixed reviews due to digital insertion of Lennon and Harrison alongside contemporary footage.

Upcoming Lord of the Rings series

In May 2024, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav confirmed that Peter Jackson along with Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens will produce a new Lord of the Rings feature titled The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, scheduled for release in 2027. Andy Serkis is set to direct this film with a screenplay penned by Walsh, Boyens, Phoebe Gittins, and Arty Papageorgiou. This marks the commencement of a new Lord of the Rings series under Warner Bros.’ New Line Cinema banner. In February 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery formed a partnership with Embracer Group to develop additional live-action Lord of the Rings films. On 10 May, RNZ reported Wellington as the central production location for these projects.

Video Games

On 27 September 2006, Jackson announced a collaboration with Microsoft Game Studios to establish Wingnut Interactive with intentions to develop games including an untitled Halo project tentatively named Halo: Chronicles. Jackson contributed as co-writer, co-designer, and co-producer. However, in July 2009 he disclosed that Halo: Chronicles was cancelled; Microsoft confirmed it was "on hold". Subsequently, Wingnut Interactive redirected efforts towards original intellectual properties. As of August 2023, no games have been released or developed by Wingnut Interactive.

Philanthropy

In 2006, Jackson contributed NZ$500,000 toward embryonic stem cell research initiatives. He acquired a church located in Wellington’s Seatoun suburb for $1.06 million to prevent its demolition. Additionally, Jackson supports New Zealand’s filmmaking competition 48HOURS by annually selecting three "Wildcards" who advance to the National Final.

A passionate World War I aviation aficionado, Jackson serves as chairperson of the 14–18 Aviation Heritage Trust. He provided replica aircraft and expertise for the Australian War Memorial’s multimedia exhibition Over the Front in 2008. He also supported legal defense efforts for the West Memphis Three case. In 2011, Jackson alongside Walsh ensured Wellington’s BATS Theatre’s future by purchasing its premises at 1 Kent Terrace.

In 2012, Jackson participated in supporting the American Red Cross “Zombie Blood Drive” campaign alongside artists such as The Black Keys and cast members from The Walking Dead.

Additional pursuits

By 2018, Jackson’s real estate holdings were valued at approximately NZ$150 million.

He acquired a Gulfstream G550 private jet in 2009 before upgrading to a Gulfstream G650 in 2014; this aircraft notably took part in search operations for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 before being sold. Jackson owns The Vintage Aviator company specializing in restoration and manufacture of World War I and II fighter aircraft based in Wellington and Masterton. He chairs the Omaka Aviation Heritage Trust which organizes biennial airshows.

Jackson founded Wingnut Wings—a scale modeling enterprise focused on World War I subjects—which ceased operations in March 2020; its future remains uncertain.

In 2021 he attained billionaire status following sale of WETA Digital to Unity Technologies—a leader in interactive 3D gaming technology—and invested in Colossal Biosciences, a biotech company pursuing de-extinction projects including revival of Woolly Mammoths.

Directorial style

Peter Jackson is recognized for his rigorous attention to detail; he frequently films scenes from numerous angles while infusing his work with dark humour alongside playful elements. Alan Lee—the conceptual designer for The Lord of the Rings—wittily remarked that “the film is somewhat incidental.”

During production of The Lord of the Rings, Jackson exhibited perfectionism by demanding multiple takes per scene—often requesting “one more for luck.” He insisted on extensive coverage by shooting scenes from various perspectives to maximize editing flexibility; this sometimes resulted in dedicating entire days to a single scene with close-ups captured using wide-angle lenses. Furthermore, Jackson was an early adopter of digital effects technology contributing significantly to Hollywood productions.

Cameo appearances

Jackson has acted in lead roles within two of his films: portraying dual characters in Bad Taste and appearing as himself in mockumentary Forgotten Silver. Following Alfred Hitchcock’s tradition, he makes cameo appearances across most films he directs:

• In Meet the Feebles, he appears as an alien-disguised audience member referencing Bad Taste.
• In Braindead, he plays an assistant to the mortician.
• In Heavenly Creatures, he features briefly as a tramp kissed by Juliet Hulme.
• In The Frighteners, he portrays a biker who collides with Frank Bannister.
• In The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, he appears as a Bree resident munching on a carrot.
• In The Two Towers, he acts as a spear-throwing defender during Helm's Deep battle sequences.
• In The Return of the King, he plays boatswain aboard a corsair ship—a role expanded in extended editions inspiring an action figure; additionally his hands substitute for Sam’s during Shelob’s Lair due to Sean Astin’s temporary absence.
• In 2005's King Kong, he appears as a biplane gunner attacking Kong over New York City—mirroring director cameos from original films.
• In The Lovely Bones, he is seen as a customer handling a camera at a store counter.
• In The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, he plays one dwarf fleeing Erebor after Smaug's assault; reprising his Bree citizen role in The Desolation of Smaug.
• At the conclusion of The Battle of the Five Armies, both Jackson and Fran Walsh appear as portraits depicting Bilbo’s parents.

Jackson also made cameo appearances outside his own films—for instance portraying an unhinged Father Christmas during opening scenes of Edgar Wright’s comedy thriller Hot Fuzz (2007).

His eldest son Billy (born 1995) has appeared in nearly all his father’s films since birth including titles such as The Frighteners, all three instalments of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, King Kong, The Lovely Bones, and third installment of The Hobbit trilogy; daughter Katie (born 1996) features similarly except not appearing in The Frighteners. Partner Fran Walsh briefly cameoed in The Frighteners.

Other media appearances

Jackson made a guest appearance on HBO’s series Entourage during episode "Gary's Desk" aired on 5 August 2007 where he pitches a business idea to Eric Murphy (manager character).

He portrayed himself alongside Sir Ian McKellen in BBC's comedic spoof celebrating Doctor Who's fiftieth anniversary titled The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot (2013).

In addition, Jackson appeared as himself on Discovery Channel's engineering series ‘’Savage Builds’’ episode "Dogfight Derby" (2019).

Personal background

Peter Jackson shares his life with partner Dame Fran Walsh—a New Zealand screenwriter, producer, lyricist—and they have two children together. Walsh has contributed creatively across all his films since 1989; she has co-written since ‘’Meet the Feebles’’ and produced since ‘’The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring’’. Her accolades include three Academy Awards won in 2003 for Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, and Best Original Song for ‘’Return of the King’’, accumulating seven Oscar nominations overall.

An avid aviation collector enthusiastically preserving history through over forty airworthy World War I-era warbirds stored at Hood Aerodrome near Masterton plus ownership of Gulfstream G650 jet based in Wellington; additionally possessing Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’s principal driving car from film production history; he established Wingnut Wings producing WWI scale models though ceasing production in early 2020 leaving uncertain future prospects.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre exhibits Jackson's extensive WWI aircraft collection along with artifacts displayed within its Knights of the Sky exhibition featuring immersive sets crafted by WingNut Films together with Weta Workshop.

During Wellington City Council elections held in 2019 Jackson publicly endorsed then-councillor Andy Foster contributing $30,000 toward Foster’s campaign; Foster narrowly defeated incumbent mayor Justin Lester by only sixty-two votes amid shared opposition toward prior council backing property development at Shelly Bay.

Awards overview

Year	Award	Category	Work	Outcome
1995	Academy Awards	Best Original Screenplay	Heavenly Creatures	Nominee
2002		Best Picture	The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring	Nominee
		Best Director		Nominee
		Best Adapted Screenplay		Nominee
2003		Best Picture	The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers	Nominee
2004		The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King	Winner
			Best Director	Winner
			Best Adapted Screenplay	Winner
2010		Best Picture	District 9	Nominee

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Directorial achievements

Since directing ‘’Heavenly Creatures’’ (1994), Peter Jackson's films have consistently garnered awards recognition; among his fictional works only ‘’The Frighteners’’ remains without an Academy Award nomination post-1994. His ‘’Lord of the Rings’’ trilogy stands among cinema history’s most decorated trilogies—surpassing even Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘’Godfather Trilogy’’—with ‘’Return of the King’’ sweeping all eleven Oscar categories it was nominated for including Best Picture, Director and Adapted Screenplay in 2003. His films excelled both technically and artistically; all three LOTR movies plus ‘’King Kong’’ secured Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects collectively dominating three separate Oscar ceremonies: specifically years marking their releases (74th, 76th &78th).

1987 || ’’Bad Taste’’ || – || – || – || – || – || – 1992 || ’’Braindead’’ || – || – || – || – || – || – 1994 || ’’Heavenly Creatures’’ ||1||–||1||–||1||– 2001 || ’’Fellowship’’ ||13||4||4||–||13||5 2002 || ’’Two Towers’’ ||6||2||2||–||10||3 2003 || ’’Return King’’ ||11||11||4||4||12||5 2005 || ’’King Kong’’ ||4||3||2||–||3||1 [...]

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Official recognitions

Peter Jackson was appointed Companion of New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM) in New Year Honours list published in early 2002 recognizing contributions to filmmaking; later elevated to Knight Companion (KNZM) status during New Year Honours announced in January 2010 also acknowledging services to cinema arts—with investiture conducted at Premier House Wellington on April 28th that year.

In addition:

• Received Golden Plate Award from American Academy of Achievement presented by Steven Spielberg (2006).
• Conferred Additional Member status within Order Of New Zealand (ONZ)—the nation’s highest civilian honor—in Queen’s Birthday & Diamond Jubilee Honours list (2012).
• Inducted into New Zealand Business Hall Of Fame (2016).

Feature-length films

1987 || ’’Bad Taste’’ || yes || yes || yes || Also editor & special effects supervisor 1989 || ’’Meet the Feebles’’ || yes || yes || yes || Also camera operator & puppet maker 1992 || ’’Braindead’’ || yes || yes || no || Stop motion animator credit included 1994 || ’’Heavenly Creatures’’ || yes || yes || yes || 1995 || ’’Forgotten Silver’’ || yes || yes || no || Co-directed/co-written with Costa Botes 1996 (two films) * ’’Jack Brown Genius’’ (2nd unit director) * ’’The Frighteners’’ (director/writer/producer) 2001–03 LOTR trilogy entries all directed/written/produced by Jackson. 2005 ’’King Kong’’ directed/written/produced. [...]

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Acting credits

1987 | ’’Bad Taste’’ | Derek & Robert | Lead roles played by Jackson. 1992 | ’’Braindead’’ | Undertaker assistant | Uncredited cameo. 2001 | ’’Fellowship’’ | Bree citizen munching carrot | Uncredited. [...]

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Short films

1976 | ’’The Valley’’ | yes | yes | yes | Also cinematographer & effects supervisor. 1992 | ’’Valley Of The Stereos’’ | no | no | yes |

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Documentaries

2008 | ’’Over The Front: The Great War In The Air’’ | yes | yes | yes | Short documentary. 2018 | ’’They Shall Not Grow Old’’ | yes | yes | no |

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Television

2021 | ’’The Beatles: Get Back’’ | yes | yes | Documentary series.

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Acting roles

2007 | ’’Entourage’’ | Himself | "Gary's Desk" |

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Music videos

2023 | The Beatles | "Now And Then"

Year	Artist	Title

See also

• Peter Jackson's unrealized projects
• Cinema Of New Zealand
• List Of New Zealand Film Makers
• Park Road Post