Steve Miner
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Stephen C. "Steve" Miner is an American film and television director. Miner was born in Westport, Connecticut. Television programs Miner have directed include The Wonder Years, Jake 2.0, Felicity, Dawson's Creek (including the pilot and four of the other episodes of the first season), and Diagnosis: Murder. However, Miner first made his big splash as an associate-producer on the 1980 hit, Friday the 13th. He would go on to successfully direct the following sequels, Friday the 13th Part 2 and its 3D sequel Friday the 13th Part III. To this day, Steve Miner is the only director to direct more than one film in the Friday the 13th series. In 1986, he directed the horror comedy House which featured his real life son playing a kid who the main character (played by William Katt) must protect from monsters. In later years, Miner would direct Halloween H20: 20 Years Later, and Lake Placid. Miner directed the 2008 film Day of the Dead, a remake of the George A. Romero film of the same name. The remake stars Ving Rhames, Mena Suvari, Nick Cannon and 2001 Maniacs' Christa Campbell, and was penned by Jeffrey Reddick (Final Destination).
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Steve Miner reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 8 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Horror
The majority of Steve Miner's filmography leans towards the Horror genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 13% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Steve Miner remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Breaking Away, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Steve Miner Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Steve Miner's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Steve Miner.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Devil's Work | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Ding Dong, You're Dead! The Making of "House" | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Lake Placid | Airplane Pilot | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Halloween H20: 20 Years Later | School Financial Advisor | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Friday the 13th Part III | Newscaster | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Breaking Away | Student (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | The Last House on the Left | Hippie Taunting Deputy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Steve Miner - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Steve Miner?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Steve Miner is "Breaking Away" with a rating of 7.1/10.
How many movies has Steve Miner acted in?
Steve Miner has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Steve Miner?
Other notable films include "Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors", "The Last House on the Left", and "Ding Dong, You're Dead! The Making of "House"".