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Steve Miner

Director
Friday the 13th - Part II (1981), Friday the 13th - Part III (1982)

Steve Miner is an American film and television director known for his significant contributions to the horror genre.

Steve Miner is an American film and television director known for his significant contributions to the horror genre.

Born on June 18, 1951, in Westport, Connecticut, Steve Miner is an American film and television director known for his significant contributions to the horror genre.
He rose to prominence in the early 1980s with his directorial work on “Friday the 13th Part II” (1981) and “Friday the 13th Part III” (1982), the latter introducing the iconic hockey mask worn by the series’ antagonist, Jason Voorhees.

Miner continued to leave his mark on horror with the cult-favorite “House” (1986) and the critically acclaimed “Halloween H20: 20 Years Later” (1998), which saw the return of Jamie Lee Curtis to the Halloween franchise.

Beyond horror, Miner showcased his versatility with films like “Forever Young” (1992) starring Mel Gibson and “Lake Placid” (1999). In addition to his film work, Miner has been active in television, directing episodes for popular series throughout the years. With a career spanning several decades, Steve Miner’s influence in the world of horror and beyond has solidified his status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

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