Shane Black
Shane Black (born December 16, 1961) is an American filmmaker and actor who has written such films as Lethal Weapon, The Monster Squad, The Last Boy Scout, Last Action Hero, and The Long Kiss Goodnight. He is also known as the original creator of the Lethal Weapon franchise. As an actor, Black is best known for his role as Rick Hawkins in Predator (1987).
He made his directorial debut with the film Kiss Kiss Bang Bang in 2005. Black went on to write and direct Iron Man 3 (2013), The Nice Guys (2016), and The Predator (2018).
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Shane Black Movies
Discover the best movies directed by Shane Black. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Shane Black films ranked by score.
1
The Predator (2018)
Action
Science Fiction
Thriller
A child stumbles upon extraterrestrial technology and unwittingly invites intergalactic killers back to Earth. Humanity's only defense rests with a fractured unit of discharged military operatives and a cynical researcher...
Score
5.6
2
The Nice Guys (2016)
Action
Comedy
Crime
In 1970s Los Angeles, a burnt-out private detective and a religious enforcer become unlikely partners when a porn star's death looks far less accidental than it appears. Their investigation pulls...
Score
7.1
3
Iron Man 3 (2013)
Action
Adventure
Science Fiction
Tony Stark has always hidden behind the suit, but after a ruthless terrorist known as the Mandarin reduces his world to rubble, that armor is no longer enough. Stripped of...
Score
6.9
4
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
Comedy
Crime
Mystery
A small-time criminal lands an unexpected shot at Hollywood when a detective recruits him to consult on a film role. The arrangement spirals when an actual murder case pulls him...
Score
7.2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-rated movies directed by Shane Black?
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Shane Black are The Predator, The Nice Guys, and Iron Man 3.
How many movies and TV shows has Shane Black directed?
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 4 titles directed by Shane Black, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by Shane Black worth watching?
Yes! The overall filmography directed by Shane Black maintains a strong average user rating of 6.7 out of 10 across all tracked titles.