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Josh Friedman
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In short · Writing since 1996, 4 decades active, 14 credits.
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Josh Friedman (born February 14, 1967) is an American screenwriter and television producer. He is best known for his work on the science-fiction action genre, including on the series *Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles*, the film adaptation of H. G. Wells' *War of the Worlds* (2005), *Terminator: Dark Fate* (2019), and *Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes* (2024). He also wrote the neo-noir murder mystery *The Black Dahlia* (2006). He co-wrote James Cameron's *Avatar* film sequels and the Marvel Cinematic Universe superhero film *The Fantastic Four: First Steps* (2025).
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Avatar 4(2029)
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Avatar: Fire and Ash(2025)
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Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes(2024)
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Avatar: The Way of Water(2022)
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Foundation(2021)
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TV
Snowpiercer(2020)
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TV
Emerald City(2017)
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TV
Locke & Key(2011)
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Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles(2008)
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TV
The Black Dahlia(2006)
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War of the Worlds(2005)
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Chain Reaction(1996)
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