Stephen Hopkins - Actor Profile

Stephen Hopkins

Directing
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
2Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 1, 1958
Birth Place: Jamaica

About Stephen Hopkins

Stephen Hopkins is a Jamaican-born film director and producer. He is best-known for his continuation of the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise with A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child and the Predator franchise with Predator 2. His highest grossing film however was the 1998 film adaption of the TV series Lost in Space. He was born in Jamaica and was raised in Australia and England. He was educated at Sutton Valence School. In 2004, Hopkins directed the controversial biopic The Life and Death of Peter Sellers which raised the ire of the actor's son Michael Sellers. Hopkins was a co-executive producer for the first season of the Fox action drama 24, and also directed half of the season's episodes, including the first and last episodes.

Stephen Hopkins Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Stephen Hopkins reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Stephen Hopkins's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Stephen Hopkins's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Stephen Hopkins Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Stephen Hopkins's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Stephen Hopkins has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Stephen Hopkins - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Stephen Hopkins?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Stephen Hopkins is "Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Stephen Hopkins acted in?

Stephen Hopkins has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.

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