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Born: 30 July 1970 · Age: 56
Christopher Nolan is 56 years old as of October 2026. He was born on 30 July 1970.
British-American director of The Dark Knight trilogy, Inception and Interstellar who won Oscars for Oppenheimer
Did you know?He famously avoids using a mobile phone or email, preferring to have scripts hand-delivered to his actors to ensure complete secrecy.
Christopher Nolan is one of the most successful directors of modern cinema. He grew up between London and Chicago and began making films as a child with his father's camera. His breakout, Memento, told a thriller backwards. He went on to reboot Batman with The Dark Knight trilogy. Inception and Interstellar showed his love of puzzles, time and practical effects. He champions shooting on film and in IMAX. Oppenheimer won him the Oscars for best picture and best director in 2024. He often works with his wife and producer, Emma Thomas.
Sir Christopher Edward Nolan (born 30 July 1970) is a British and American filmmaker. Known for his Hollywood blockbusters with complex storytelling, Nolan is considered a leading filmmaker of the 21st century.
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British-American film director, born 1970
Christopher Nolan was born in London on 30 July 1970.
He directed The Dark Knight trilogy.
He made Inception and Interstellar.
He won the Oscar for best director for Oppenheimer in 2024.
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Did you know?He has said he does not use a smartphone or email.
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