James Cameron Canadian Director From Kapuskasing
James Cameron · film producer and film director · Canadian
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Biography
James Cameron is a Canadian director from Kapuskasing, born on 16 August 1954. His age is 72. He is recognised for appearances in Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) and Alita: Battle Angel (2019).
His screen career on record begins in 1978 with Xenogenesis. James Cameron’s credits add up to 30 films and one TV series from 1978 to 2026. His credits run up to Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) in 2026. Behind the camera, he is listed as director on 18 titles, including Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), writer on 20 titles, including Avatar: Fire and Ash, and creator on Dark Angel.
Listed genres include action film and science fiction film.
In total, he has won 18 awards and earned 9 nominations. Records show Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screenplay in 1986 for Rambo: First Blood Part II as his first win. The newest entry is Disney Legends in 2024.
Filmography
31 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) | Director | Film |
| 2025 | Avatar: Fire and Ash | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2022 | Avatar: The Way of Water | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2019 | Alita: Battle Angel | Writer | Film |
| 2014 | Mission Blue | Film | |
| 2012 | Titanic 3D | Director | Film |
| 2011 | Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects Titan | Film | |
| 2010 | Love & Distrust | Film | |
| 2010 | The Dive | Director | Film |
| 2009 | Avatar | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2005 | Aliens of the Deep | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2004 | The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing | Film | |
| 2003 | Ghosts of the Abyss | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2003 | Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines | Writer | Film |
| 2002 | Expedition: Bismarck | Director | Film |
Show all 31 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2002 | Dark Angel | Writer, Creator | TV series |
| 2000 | Pilot | Writer | Film |
| 1999 | The Muse | Film | |
| 1997 | Titanic | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1996 | T2-3D: Battle Across Time | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1995 | Strange Days | Writer | Film |
| 1995 | Your Studio and You | Film | |
| 1994 | La Cité de la peur | Film | |
| 1994 | True Lies | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1991 | Terminator 2: Judgment Day | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1989 | The Abyss | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1986 | Aliens | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1985 | Rambo: First Blood Part II | Writer | Film |
| 1984 | The Terminator | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1981 | Piranha II: The Spawning | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1978 | Xenogenesis | Director, Writer | Film |
Awards and nominations
18 won, 9 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Disney Legends | Won | |
| 2013 | Hubbard Medal | Won | |
| 2013 | Nierenberg Prize | Won | |
| 2012 | Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2010 | California Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2009 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director | Avatar | Won |
| 2008 | Canada's Walk of Fame | Won | |
| 2004 | Hans Hass Award | Won | |
| 1998 | Academy Award for Best Director | Titanic | Won |
| 1998 | Academy Award for Best Film Editing | Titanic | Won |
| 1998 | Academy Award for Best Picture | Titanic | Won |
| 1997 | Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association Award for Best Director | Titanic | Won |
| 1997 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director | Titanic | Won |
| 1987 | Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation | Aliens | Won |
| 1986 | Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screenplay | Rambo: First Blood Part II | Won |
Show all 27 entries
| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Companion of the Order of Canada | Won | ||
| Directors Guild of America Award | Won | ||
| star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | Won | ||
| 2023 | Academy Award for Best Picture | Avatar: The Way of Water | Nominated |
| 2023 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director | Avatar: The Way of Water | Nominated |
| 2010 | Academy Award for Best Director | Avatar | Nominated |
| 2010 | Academy Award for Best Film Editing | Avatar | Nominated |
| 2010 | Academy Award for Best Picture | Avatar | Nominated |
| 1998 | Academy Award for Best Director | Titanic | Nominated |
| 1998 | Academy Award for Best Film Editing | Titanic | Nominated |
| 1998 | Academy Award for Best Picture | Titanic | Nominated |
| 1986 | Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screenplay | Rambo: First Blood Part II | Nominated |
Personal life
He has been married to Suzy Amis Cameron since 2000. Earlier marriages on record are to http://www.wikidata.org/.well-known/genid/66b11b30a20c96d64c541deb21bd3fca (1978 to 1984, divorced), Gale Anne Hurd (1985 to 1989), Kathryn Bigelow (1989 to 1991) and Linda Hamilton (1997 to 1999). Education on record includes Fullerton College, finishing in 1974; Brea Olinda High School; and California State University, Fullerton.
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Frequently asked questions
How old is James Cameron?
James Cameron is 72 years old, born on 16 August 1954 in Kapuskasing.
What is James Cameron known for?
James Cameron is known for Avatar: Fire and Ash (2025) and Alita: Battle Angel (2019).
What is James Cameron’s nationality?
James Cameron is Canadian, born in Kapuskasing.
How tall is James Cameron?
James Cameron is 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
Who is James Cameron married to?
James Cameron is married to Suzy Amis Cameron; they married in 2000.
Has James Cameron won any awards?
Yes. 18 awards are on record, including Disney Legends (2024).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q42574), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Kevin Paul · CC BY 4.0
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