Jeff Nichols

Jeff Nichols

Jeff Nichols (born December 7, 1978; Little Rock) is an American filmmaker, writer and producer. His films are characterized by their Southern United States backdrop and ambience. He is also known for his longstanding collaboration with actor Michael Shannon, who has appeared in all of his feature films to date.

After studying filmmaking at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Nichols moved into the independent filmmaking scene with Shotgun Stories (2007). He went on to direct the critically acclaimed films Take Shelter (2011), Mud (2012), Midnight Special (2016), and Loving (also 2016).

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Jeff Nichols Movies

Discover the best movies directed by Jeff Nichols. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Jeff Nichols films ranked by score.

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Loving

Loving (2016)

Drama Romance
Richard and Mildred's quiet decision to marry in 1950s Virginia becomes an act of resistance against a state that had criminalized their union. Arrested and exiled, the couple embarks on...
Score 6.7
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Midnight Special

Midnight Special (2016)

Adventure Drama Science Fiction
Roy abducts his young son Alton from a religious compound, unaware the boy radiates an otherworldly luminescence that draws dangerous attention from both the government and those who raised him....
Score 6.3
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Take Shelter

Take Shelter (2011)

Drama Horror Thriller
Curtis LaForche is a devoted family man in rural Ohio whose nights are increasingly consumed by terrifying dreams of an oncoming catastrophe. Are the visions a genuine warning, or early...
Score 7.1

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What are the highest-rated movies directed by Jeff Nichols? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Jeff Nichols are Loving, Midnight Special, and Take Shelter.
How many movies and TV shows has Jeff Nichols directed? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 3 titles directed by Jeff Nichols, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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Yes! The overall filmography directed by Jeff Nichols maintains a strong average user rating of 6.7 out of 10 across all tracked titles.