Peter Berg

Peter Berg

Born:March 11, 1964

Place of Birth:New York City, New York, USA

Known For:Directing

Biography

Peter Berg, born on March 11, 1964, is a multi-talented American individual known for his prowess as an actor, film director, producer, and writer. His impact on the film industry is undeniable, with a diverse portfolio of works that showcase his range and versatility. Berg has left an indelible mark on Hollywood through his directorial ventures, including the critically acclaimed films "Friday Night Lights," "The Kingdom," "The Rundown," "Hancock," and "Battleship." His ability to captivate audiences with compelling storytelling and visually stunning cinematography has solidified his position as a respected figure in the world of cinema.

One of Berg's notable achievements is his role in developing the television series "Friday Night Lights," a beloved show that resonated with audiences and critics alike. Drawing inspiration from the film of the same name, Berg's creative vision brought the trials and triumphs of high school football to life on the small screen. His dedication to authenticity and emotional depth in storytelling has set him apart as a visionary in the realm of television production.

In recent years, Berg has shifted his focus towards bringing real-life stories of courage and resilience to the forefront of cinema. Through projects like "Lone Survivor," "Deepwater Horizon," and "Patriots Day," he has shed light on the extraordinary feats of ordinary Americans faced with harrowing challenges. Berg's commitment to honoring the human experience and showcasing the strength of the human spirit has garnered widespread acclaim and admiration from audiences worldwide.

Beyond his work behind the camera, Berg has also made a mark as an actor, most notably for his role as Dr. Billy Kronk on the CBS medical drama "Chicago Hope" in the 1990s. His on-screen presence and ability to embody complex characters with depth and nuance have further showcased his talents as a performer. Berg's contributions to both film and television have solidified his reputation as a multifaceted artist with a keen eye for storytelling and a deep understanding of the human condition.

With a career spanning decades, Peter Berg continues to push boundaries and challenge conventions in the entertainment industry. His dedication to crafting impactful narratives that resonate with audiences on a profound level sets him apart as a true visionary in the world of filmmaking. Berg's ability to blend heart-wrenching drama, intense action, and authentic storytelling has cemented his status as a filmmaker of immense talent and creativity. As he continues to captivate audiences with his compelling work, Peter Berg remains a force to be reckoned with in the realm of cinema.

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Filmography

Acting

Battleship

Battleship

JPJ 2nd Gunner

2012

When mankind beams a radio signal into space, a reply comes from ‘Planet G’, in the form of several alien crafts that splash down in the waters off Hawaii. Lieutenant Alex Hopper is a weapons officer assigned to the USS John Paul Jones, part of an international naval coalition which becomes the world's last hope for survival as they engage the hostile alien force of unimaginable strength. While taking on the invaders, Hopper must also try to live up to the potential that his brother, and his fiancée's father—an Admiral—expect of him.
Hancock

Hancock

Doctor Who Helps Mary (uncredited)

2008

Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics. The agent's idea of imprisoning the antihero to make the world miss him proves successful, but will Hancock stick to his new sense of purpose or slip back into old habits?
Collateral

Collateral

Richard Weidner

2004

Cab driver Max picks up a man who offers him $600 to drive him around. But the promise of easy money sours when Max realizes his fare is an assassin.
Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Soldier (uncredited)

2013

Four Navy SEALs on a covert mission to neutralize a high-level Taliban operative must make an impossible moral decision in the mountains of Afghanistan that leads them into an enemy ambush. As they confront unthinkable odds, the SEALs must find reserves of strength and resilience to fight to the finish.
Mile 22

Mile 22

Lucas

2018

An elite group of American operatives, aided by a top-secret tactical command team, must transport an asset who holds life-threatening information to an extraction point 22 miles away through the hostile streets of an Asian city.
Deepwater Horizon

Deepwater Horizon

Mr. Skip

2016

A story set on the offshore drilling rig Deepwater Horizon, which exploded during April 2010 and created the worst oil spill in U.S. history.
The Kingdom

The Kingdom

FBI Agent

2007

A team of U.S. government agents is sent to investigate the bombing of an American facility in the Middle East.
Fire in the Sky

Fire in the Sky

David Whitlock

1993

After clearing brush for the government, a group of men return to town claiming their friend was abducted their friend. Despite no apparent motive or evidence of foul play, no-one believes their story and his disappearance is treated as murder.
Cop Land

Cop Land

Joey Randone

1997

Freddy Heflin is the sheriff of a place everyone calls “Cop Land” — a small and seemingly peaceful town populated by the big city police officers he’s long admired. Yet something ugly is taking place behind the town’s peaceful facade. And when Freddy uncovers a massive, deadly conspiracy among these local residents, he is forced to take action and make a dangerous choice between protecting his idols and upholding the law.
Patriots Day

Patriots Day

Guy Opening MIT Door

2016

In the aftermath of an unspeakable act of terror, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the Boston Marathon bombers before they strike again.
Smokin' Aces

Smokin' Aces

"Pistol" Pete Deeks

2006

When a Las Vegas performer-turned-snitch named Buddy Israel decides to turn state's evidence and testify against the mob, it seems that a whole lot of people would like to make sure he's no longer breathing.
Very Bad Things

Very Bad Things

Man at Funeral

1998

Kyle Fisher has one last night to celebrate life as a single man before marrying Laura, so he sets out to Vegas with four of his best buddies. But a drug and alcohol filled night on the town with a stripper who goes all the way, turns into a cold night in the desert with shovels when the stripper goes all the way into a body bag after dying in their bathroom. And that's just the first of the bodies to pile up before Kyle can walk down the aisle...
Lions for Lambs

Lions for Lambs

Wirey Pink

2007

Three stories told simultaneously in ninety minutes of real time: a Republican Senator who's a presidential hopeful gives an hour-long interview to a skeptical television reporter, detailing a strategy for victory in Afghanistan; two special forces ambushed on an Afghani ridge await rescue as Taliban forces close in; a poli-sci professor at a California college invites a student to re-engage.
Miracle Mile

Miracle Mile

Band Member

1989

After 30 years of searching, Harry has finally met the girl of his dreams. Unfortunately, before they even have a chance to go on their first date, Harry intercepts some chilling news: WWIII has begun and nuclear missiles will destroy Los Angeles in less than an hour!
The Last Seduction

The Last Seduction

Mike Swale

1994

A devious femme fatale steals her husband’s drug money and hides out in a small town where she meets the perfect dupe for her next scheme.

Production

Wind River

Wind River

Producer

2017

An FBI agent teams with the town's veteran game tracker to investigate a murder that occurred on a Native American reservation.
Battleship

Battleship

Director

2012

When mankind beams a radio signal into space, a reply comes from ‘Planet G’, in the form of several alien crafts that splash down in the waters off Hawaii. Lieutenant Alex Hopper is a weapons officer assigned to the USS John Paul Jones, part of an international naval coalition which becomes the world's last hope for survival as they engage the hostile alien force of unimaginable strength. While taking on the invaders, Hopper must also try to live up to the potential that his brother, and his fiancée's father—an Admiral—expect of him.
Hancock

Hancock

Director

2008

Hancock is a down-and-out superhero who's forced to employ a PR expert to help repair his image when the public grows weary of all the damage he's inflicted during his lifesaving heroics. The agent's idea of imprisoning the antihero to make the world miss him proves successful, but will Hancock stick to his new sense of purpose or slip back into old habits?
Lone Survivor

Lone Survivor

Producer

2013

Four Navy SEALs on a covert mission to neutralize a high-level Taliban operative must make an impossible moral decision in the mountains of Afghanistan that leads them into an enemy ambush. As they confront unthinkable odds, the SEALs must find reserves of strength and resilience to fight to the finish.
Mile 22

Mile 22

Producer

2018

An elite group of American operatives, aided by a top-secret tactical command team, must transport an asset who holds life-threatening information to an extraction point 22 miles away through the hostile streets of an Asian city.
Hercules

Hercules

Executive Producer

2014

When a new enemy threatens the innocent, Hercules must lead his fearless team of warriors in a battle against overwhelming odds.
Hell or High Water

Hell or High Water

Producer

2016

A divorced dad and his ex-con brother resort to a desperate scheme in order to save their family's farm in West Texas.
Deepwater Horizon

Deepwater Horizon

Director

2016

A story set on the offshore drilling rig Deepwater Horizon, which exploded during April 2010 and created the worst oil spill in U.S. history.
The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Director

2007

A team of U.S. government agents is sent to investigate the bombing of an American facility in the Middle East.
The Rundown

The Rundown

Director

2003

When Travis, the mouthy son of a criminal, disappears in the Amazon in search of a treasured artifact, his father sends in Beck, who becomes Travis's rival for the affections of Mariana, a mysterious Brazilian woman. With his steely disposition, Beck is a man of few words -- but it takes him all the discipline he can muster to work with Travis to nab a tyrant who's after the same treasure.
The Losers

The Losers

Screenplay

2010

On a mission deep in the Bolivian jungle, a team of elite commandos finds itself on the receiving end of a lethal betrayal. Now presumed dead, the men join forces with a mysterious operative named Aisha to hunt down their enemy and even the score.
Patriots Day

Patriots Day

Screenplay

2016

In the aftermath of an unspeakable act of terror, Police Sergeant Tommy Saunders joins courageous survivors, first responders and investigators in a race against the clock to hunt down the Boston Marathon bombers before they strike again.
Lars and the Real Girl

Lars and the Real Girl

Executive Producer

2007

Extremely shy Lars finds it impossible to make friends or socialize. His brother and sister-in-law worry about him, so when he announces that he has a girlfriend he met on the Internet, they are overjoyed. But Lars' new lady is a life-size plastic woman. On the advice of a doctor, his family and the rest of the community go along with his delusion.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny

Producer

2016

A story of lost love, young love, a legendary sword and one last opportunity at redemption.
Spenser Confidential

Spenser Confidential

Producer

2020

Spenser, a former Boston patrolman who just got out from prison, teams up with Hawk, an aspiring fighter, to unravel the truth behind the death of two police officers.
Very Bad Things

Very Bad Things

Director

1998

Kyle Fisher has one last night to celebrate life as a single man before marrying Laura, so he sets out to Vegas with four of his best buddies. But a drug and alcohol filled night on the town with a stripper who goes all the way, turns into a cold night in the desert with shovels when the stripper goes all the way into a body bag after dying in their bathroom. And that's just the first of the bodies to pile up before Kyle can walk down the aisle...
Friday Night Lights

Friday Night Lights

Screenplay

2004

A small, turbulent town in Texas obsesses over their high school football team to an unhealthy degree. When the star tailback, Boobie Miles, is seriously injured during the first game of the season, all hope is lost, and the town's dormant social problems begin to flare up. It is left to the inspiring abilities of new coach Gary Gaines to instill in the other team members -- and, by proxy, the town itself -- a sense of self-respect and honor.