John Landis

John Landis

John David Landis (born August 3, 1950) is an American film director, screenwriter, actor, and producer. He is known for his comedies, his horror films, and his music videos with singer Michael Jackson.

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John Landis Movies

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

1

Trading Places (1983)

Comedy
Two bored Philadelphia tycoons make a cruel wager: strip a privileged commodities broker of everything he has, then groom a street hustler to take his place. What they never count...
Score 7.2
2

The Blues Brothers (1980)

Comedy Crime Music
Fresh out of prison, Jake Blues reunites with his brother Elwood to stage an audacious concert tour. Their goal is prosaic but urgent: raise the funds needed to prevent the...
Score 7.7
3

Animal House (1978)

Comedy
It is 1962, and Faber College's most disreputable fraternity, Delta Tau Chi, has spent years treating academic life as one long punch line. Dean Vernon Wormer has finally had enough,...
Score 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the highest-rated movies directed by John Landis? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by John Landis are Trading Places, The Blues Brothers, and Animal House.
How many movies and TV shows has John Landis directed? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 3 titles directed by John Landis, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by John Landis worth watching? +
Yes! The overall filmography directed by John Landis maintains a strong average user rating of 7.3 out of 10 across all tracked titles.