Duncan Jones at a glance
Duncan Jones is a British filmmaker best known for directing the science fiction film Moon (2009), the thriller Source Code (2011), the war drama Warcraft (2016), and the Netflix series Sense8. He is the son of musician David Bowie. On IMDB, his profile consolidates directing, producing, and writing credits, along with public ratings and audience discussion. This profile breaks down his career trajectory, notable projects, and verifiable milestones for long-term reference.
Overview and background
Duncan Jones was born in 1971 in Bromley, England, and is widely recognized as an accomplished director and occasional producer. His work often explores technology, identity, and speculative themes. On IMDB, he is listed with biographical details, photos, and links to his projects, making it a central hub for fans and researchers to compare his filmography, ratings, and credits across roles.
IMDB profile and public data
IMDB provides a structured summary of Duncan Jones’s professional history, including birth date, known aliases, and related crew and cast links. The profile surface area includes:
- Name and variant spellings
- Date and place of birth
- Primary roles such as director, writer, and producer
- Connections to collaborators via related persons
These elements form a stable reference that supports accurate research and comparison within the broader industry database.
Name and identifiers
Listed as Duncan Jones, with associations to David Bowie (biological father) and other linked profiles. IMDB assigns a unique identifier that anchors all related credits and edits, reducing ambiguity in searches.
Role summary
His primary role on the majority of tracked projects is director, with additional credits in producing and writing where applicable. IMDB distinguishes these roles clearly, helping users filter by function and responsibility.
Notable filmography
Across features and series, Duncan Jones has directed several high-profile projects. IMDB lists each entry with release years, cast, crew notes, and ratings data to support informed comparisons.
| Title | Year | Role | Genre / Notes | IMDB Rating (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moon | 2009 | Director | Science fiction | High audience approval |
| Source Code | 2011 | Director | Science fiction thriller | Strong audience rating |
| Warcraft | 2016 | Director | Fantasy action | Mixed to average reviews |
| Sense8 | 2015–2018Director, producer | Drama series | Noted fan following | |
| Zoe | 2018 | Director | Science fiction romance | Divided reception |
| Mute | 2018 | Director | Cyberpunk thriller | Polarized response |
Career milestones and trajectory
Jones’s career on IMDB reflects a progression from a critically praised debut to larger studio productions and streaming involvement. Key patterns include early acclaim for Moon, continued experimentation in genre mixing, and expansion into episodic storytelling with Sense8. The platform captures these shifts through timestamps, credit changes, and rating trends over time.
Ratings, reception, and community data
IMDB ratings and user reviews provide insight into audience perception, though they evolve with new votes. Duncan Jones’s profile often highlights Moon and Source Code as peak audience approval points, while larger franchise projects generated more varied critical response. The platform also surfaces helpful activity metrics, such as the number of user ratings and lists that include his work.
Related persons and industry links
IMDB connects Duncan Jones to collaborators across departments, from cinematographers to editors and cast members. These links help users explore who he frequently works with and how his projects intersect with broader industry trends.
Clarifying public versus private data
Some profile fields on IMDB rely on voluntary user contributions and may be updated over time. Dates, exact financial figures, and personal details should be cross-checked against reputable biographies or official statements when precision is required for research or professional use.