Ben Wheatley
Ben Wheatley is a British director by trade who belongs to the crew side of the business rather than the cast. Most conversations about this filmography start at 'Meg 2: The Trench'. 'High-Rise' is another credit worth naming. Whatever else appears, horror runs through the filmography. Projects, not roles, are the unit this career is measured in.
Ben Wheatley
14 Directed
7 Series
Ben Wheatley is a British director by trade who belongs to the crew side of the business rather than the cast. Most conversations about this filmography start at 'Meg 2: The Trench'. 'High-Rise' is another credit worth naming. Whatever else appears, horror runs through the filmography. Projects, not roles, are the unit this career is measured in.
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Meg 2: The Trench
2023
Director
Normal
2026
Director
High-Rise
2015
Director
Free Fire
2017
Director
Kill List
2011
Director
Rebecca
2020
Director
The ABCs of Death
2013
Director
Sightseers
2012
Director
Happy New Year, Colin Burstead
2018
Director
In the Earth
2021
Director
A Field in England
2013
Director
Down Terrace
2010
Director
Rob Loves Kerry
2006
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Ben Wheatley and where are they from?
Ben Wheatley is 54 years old, born on May 7, 1972 in Billericay, Essex, England, UK.
What are the most famous roles of Ben Wheatley?
Ben Wheatley is best known for directing Meg 2: The Trench, High-Rise, Free Fire.
How many movies has Ben Wheatley directed?
Over a 20-year career (since 2006), Ben Wheatley has directed or written 14 films and worked on 7 TV shows.
What was Ben Wheatley's first movie?
The career of Ben Wheatley began with Wages of Fear ().
What is Ben Wheatley's most recent movie or series?
Ben Wheatley's most recent release is Normal, which premiered on April 16, 2026.
What TV shows has Ben Wheatley created or directed?
On television, Ben Wheatley has appeared in Doctor Who, Strange Angel, Ideal, Generation Z.
Ben Wheatley
1972-05-07 · Billericay, Essex, England, UK
Ben Wheatley (born 1972) is an English filmmaker, film editor, and animator. Beginning his career in advertising, Wheatley first gained recognition and acclaim for his commercials and short films, before transitioning into feature films and television programmes. He is best known for his work in the thriller and horror genres, with his films frequently incorporating heavy elements of black comedy and satire.
Wheatley has received numerous accolades for his work, including an Evening Standard British Film Award, five British Independent Film Award nominations, and numerous awards and honours from film festivals including South by Southwest, Karlovy Vary, Mar del Plata, Raindance, Toronto and Cannes.