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Alex Cox
Alex Cox is best known for An Unknown Enemy, The Private Detective Mike, ScreenPlay and Cuentos de Borges. Alex Cox was born on December 15, 1954. Alex Cox is 71 years old (born December 15, 1954).
- Born
- December 15, 1954 (71 years old)
- Place of birth
- Liverpool, England, UK
Biography
Alex Cox (born December 15, 1954, in Bebington, Merseyside) is an English film director, screenwriter and author. After studying at Oxford and at UCLA's film school, he directed Repo Man and Sid and Nancy, followed by Straight to Hell and Walker.
He later made independent films including Highway Patrolman, Revengers Tragedy and Repo Chick and presented the BBC series Moviedrome. He co-wrote an early screenplay of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas with Tod Davies, and their writing credit was retained on Terry Gilliam's film.
He later made independent films including Highway Patrolman, Revengers Tragedy and Repo Chick and presented the BBC series Moviedrome. He co-wrote an early screenplay of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas with Tod Davies, and their writing credit was retained on Terry Gilliam's film.
Known for
Filmography
- 2018An Unknown EnemyWinston Scott
- 2002The Private Detective MikeDirector
- 1993Cuentos de BorgesCommander Borges
- 1988Moviedrome
- 1986ScreenPlayDirector
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Alex Cox been in?
Alex Cox is best known for An Unknown Enemy, The Private Detective Mike, ScreenPlay and Cuentos de Borges.
When was Alex Cox born?
Alex Cox was born on December 15, 1954. (Liverpool, England, UK)
How old is Alex Cox?
Alex Cox is 71 years old (born December 15, 1954).
Updated: November 5, 2026 ·