David Koepp

Director David Koepp on the set of Columbia's Secret Window - 2004

Biography

Born 06/09/1963

With his skill for writing character-driven blockbusters, screenwriter David Koepp emerged from his native Wisconsin to become one of the most consistent and highly-sought writers in the business. Thanks to several mega-hits under his belt, including “Jurassic Park” (1993), “Mission...
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Highlights

  • In 2009, Co-wrote (with Akiva Goldsman) the film adaptation of Dan Brown's novel, "Angels & Demons"; directed by Ron Howard and starring Tom Hanks
  • In 2008, Penned the fourth installment of the adventure series, "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull"
  • In 2008, Co-wrote and directed "Ghost Town" starring Ricky Gervais and Greg Kinnear

Family & Companions

  • grandfather: Former mayor of Koepp's hometown in Wisconsin
  • Stephen Koepp: brother (Was a senior editor for Time magazine; collaborated with Koepp to write "The Paper" (1994))

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