Doug Liman is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter known for his work in the action-thriller genre. Born on July 24, 1965, in New York City, Liman is the son of two prominent lawyers and was educated at the prestigious Harvard University where he studied international relations.

Liman began his career in the film industry as an independent filmmaker, producing and directing his first feature film, “Getting In,” in 1994 while he was still in his 20s. His subsequent films, “Swingers” (1996) and “Go” (1999), earned critical acclaim and helped establish him as a promising young director.

However, it was Liman’s work on the 2002 action-thriller “The Bourne Identity” that propelled him to international fame. The film was a commercial success and earned critical acclaim, with Liman’s skillful direction and innovative approach to action sequences being particularly praised. Liman went on to direct the sequels, “The Bourne Supremacy” and “The Bourne Ultimatum,” which were also commercial and critical successes.

Liman’s other notable works include the science-fiction film “Jumper” (2008), the crime-drama “American Made” (2017), and the war-action film “The Wall” (2017).

Apart from filmmaking, Liman is also an accomplished producer with his production company, Hypnotic, responsible for producing the critically acclaimed television series “The O.C.,” “Covert Affairs,” and “Suits.”

With over two decades of experience in the film industry, Liman has proven to be a versatile and innovative filmmaker with a keen eye for action and suspense. He continues to be an influential figure in Hollywood, and his work has left an indelible mark on the action-thriller genre.