Ben Wheatley
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.

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Klokkenluider (2023)
Executive Producer
Meg 2: The Trench (2023)
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In the Earth (2021)
Director | Screenplay | Editor | Executive Producer
Doughnut (2021)
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Rebecca (2020)
Director
In Fabric (2018)
Executive Producer
Happy New Year, Colin Burstead (2018)
Director | Screenplay | Editor
The Ghoul (2017)
Executive Producer
Free Fire (2017)
Director | Editor | Screenplay
The Greasy Strangler (2016)
Executive Producer
High-Rise (2015)
Director | Editor
The Duke of Burgundy (2014)
Executive Producer
ABCs of Death 2 (2014)
Executive Producer
Doctor Who: Deep Breath (2014)
Director
A Field in England (2013)
Director | Writer | Editor
The ABCs of Death (2013)
Director
Sightseers (2012)
Director | Editor
U Is for Unearthed (2012)
Director
Kill List (2011)
Director | Writer | Editor
Down Terrace (2010)
Director | Writer | Executive Producer | Editor
Steve Coogan: The Inside Story (2009)
Director
Rob Loves Kerry (2006)
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