Peyton Reed: A Director's Vision
From Indie Comedies to Blockbuster Universes: An exploration of the career of a filmmaker known for his comedic timing and blockbuster success.
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About Peyton Reed
Professional Overview
Peyton Tucker Reed, born July 3, 1964, is a distinguished American television and film director. He has helmed a variety of successful projects, ranging from critically acclaimed comedies to major blockbuster franchises, demonstrating a versatile command of cinematic storytelling.
Peyton Reed | |
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Born |
Peyton Tucker Reed July 3, 1964 (age 61) Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S.
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Occupation(s) | Film director, television director, television producer |
Years active | 1987โpresent |
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Children | 2 |
Early Life and Beginnings
Academic Foundation
Reed was born in Raleigh, North Carolina. He pursued higher education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he graduated in 1987 with a degree encompassing English and Radio, Television & Motion Pictures. During his university years, he contributed as a DJ for the student radio station, WXYC.
Early Industry Exposure
His initial immersion into the film industry occurred in 1987 when he worked as a van driver on the set of the film Bull Durham, a portion of which was filmed in his hometown of Raleigh. This hands-on experience provided early exposure to the practicalities of film production.
Notable Works
Acclaimed Films
Peyton Reed is widely recognized for directing a series of successful comedy films that resonated with audiences:
- Bring It On (2000)
- Down with Love (2003)
- The Break-Up (2006)
- Yes Man (2008)
He later achieved significant success within the superhero genre, directing the Marvel Cinematic Universe films:
- Ant-Man (2015)
- Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023)
Television Directing
Reed has also made substantial contributions to television, directing episodes for notable series, including:
- Back to the Future (animated series)
- The Weird Al Show
- Mr. Show with Bob and David
- New Girl
- The Goodwin Games
- The Mandalorian (Season 2)
Comprehensive Filmography
Feature Films
Reed's directorial filmography includes:
- The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1995)
- The Love Bug (1997)
- Bring It On (2000)
- Down with Love (2003)
- The Break-Up (2006)
- Yes Man (2008)
- Ant-Man (2015)
- Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)
- Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023)
Television Directing
His television directing credits encompass a range of genres and series:
Year | Title | Director | Executive Producer | Notes |
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1991 | Back to the Future | Yes | No | 13 episodes, live-action sequences |
1995 | The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes | Yes | No | TV movie |
1997 | The Love Bug | Yes | No | |
1997 | The Weird Al Show | Yes | No | 13 episodes |
1998 | Mr. Show with Bob and David | Yes | No | 3 episodes |
2000 | Upright Citizens Brigade | Yes | No | 4 episodes, 2 segments |
2008 | Cashmere Mafia | Yes | Yes | Episode "Pilot" |
2011 | New Girl | Yes | No | 3 episodes |
2013 | The Goodwin Games | Yes | Yes | 3 episodes |
2019โ2021 | The Unicorn | No | Yes | |
2020 | The Mandalorian | Yes | No | Episodes "Chapter 10: The Passenger" and "Chapter 16: The Rescue" |
Personal Life
Family and Residence
Peyton Reed resides in the Los Angeles area with his second wife, Sheila Naghshineh, and their two sons. His previous marriage to Beth LaMure concluded in 2006.
Musical Pursuits
Beyond his directorial work, Reed is also a musician. He plays in the band Cardinal Family Singers alongside Norwood Cheek. The band has released three albums, and one of their instrumental tracks, "Tilting Scale," was featured in the soundtrack for Ant-Man and the Wasp.
Critical and Commercial Reception
Box Office Performance
Peyton Reed's directorial efforts have consistently achieved significant commercial success, particularly his contributions to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The following table summarizes the performance of his major films:
Film | Rotten Tomatoes | Metacritic | CinemaScore | Budget | Box office |
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Bring It On | 63% (117 reviews) | 52 (31 reviews) | B+ | $28 million | $90.4 million |
Down with Love | 60% (177 reviews) | 52 (39 reviews) | C+ | $35 million | $39.5 million |
The Break-Up | 34% (192 reviews) | 45 (37 reviews) | C+ | $52 million | $205 million |
Yes Man | 46% (154 reviews) | 46 (30 reviews) | Aโ | $70 million | $223.2 million |
Ant-Man | 83% (330 reviews) | 64 (44 reviews) | A | $130 million | $519.3 million |
Ant-Man and the Wasp | 87% (431 reviews) | 70 (56 reviews) | Aโ | $162 million | $622.3 million |
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania | 48% (355 reviews) | 48 (61 reviews) | B | $200 million | $462 million |
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