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David Zucker
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In short · Producing since 1977, 6 decades active, 23 credits.
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Biography
David S. Zucker (born October 16, 1947) is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. Primarily known for his work in parody comedies, Zucker directed and wrote the critically successful 1980 film *Airplane!*, and is also credited with creating *The Naked Gun* franchise. He directed *Scary Movie 3* and *Scary Movie 4*.
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10 credits
An American Carol(2008)
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Scary Movie 4(2006)
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My Boss's Daughter(2003)
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Scary Movie 3(2003)
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BASEketball(1998)
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The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear(1991)
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The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!(1988)
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Ruthless People(1986)
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Top Secret!(1984)
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Airplane!(1980)
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Producer
4 credits
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- Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!Self - Filmmaker (1 Episode) · 2026
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