James Cameron
James Cameron is a renowned filmmaker known for his innovative work in the science fiction and epic genres. He is best known for directing blockbuster films such as Titanic and Avatar, which have set box office records. Cameron's career is marked by his pioneering use... Read More
Known for
Avatar (2009)
In the 22nd century, a paraplegic Marine is dispatched to the moon Pandora on a unique mission, but becomes torn between following orders and...
Titanic (1997)
101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards the ship with her...
The Terminator (1984)
In the post-apocalyptic future, reigning tyrannical supercomputers teleport a cyborg assassin known as the "Terminator" back to 1984 to kill Sarah Connor, whose unborn...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
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| 2026 |
Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of... |
Self (uncredited) | |
| 2025 |
Avatar: A New Era - Special Edition of 20/20An inside look at "Avatar: Fire and Ash," featuring interviews with James Cameron and the cast and creative minds behind... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
Fire and Water: Making the Avatar FilmsThis two-part documentary provides a fascinating glimpse into the making of the Oscar-winning box office phenomenon "Avatar: The Way of... |
Self - Director, Writer, Producer, Creator, Editor | |
| 2025 |
Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside StoryThe authorized documentary celebrating the film that redefined Hollywood, 50 years after its premiere. Featuring rare archival footage and interviews... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
VisionariesKeanu Reeves and Gard Hollinger are kindred souls with a bond built on a love of motorcycles and an insatiable... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
What's Next? The Future with Bill GatesJoin visionary philanthropist Bill Gates as he delves into pressing global issues and uncovers cutting-edge technologies that will transform the... |
Self - Filmmaker, Inventor, Explorer | |
| 2024 |
OceanXplorersTraveling aboard the OceanXplorer, OceanX's state-of-the-art scientific research and exploration vessel, to investigate the farthest frontiers of the world's oceans,... |
Voice | |
| 2024 |
Disney Legends Awards CeremonySince 1987, the Disney Legends Awards program has honored individuals for the significant impact they've had on the Disney legacy.... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Modern Masters: SS RajamouliHighlights Rajamouli’s influence on Indian and international cinema, with interviews and behind-the-scenes footage. |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Aliens ExpandedExploring James Cameron’s beloved science-fiction epic from teeth to tail, Aliens Expanded is truly the most in-depth, passionate and innovative... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Secrets of the OctopusOctopuses are like aliens on Earth: three hearts, blue blood and the ability to squeeze through a space the size... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
The Titan Sub Disaster: Minute by MinuteThe story that left the world holding its breath. With exclusive content we examine the race against time to try... |
Self | |
| 2024 |
Fatal Dive to the Titanic: Truth and LiesHow Stockton Rush's deadly dive to the fabled Titanic wreckage in the Titan submersible became a cautionary tale about the... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Titanic: Stories from the HeartJames Cameron, Jon Landau, and Kate Winslet reflect on the making of Titanic, sharing unseen footage, behind-the-scenes insights, and memories... |
Self | |
| 2023 | Self - Guest | ||
| 2023 |
Attack of the Doc!Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show! chronicled the rise of nerd... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Inside Pandora's BoxA series of featurettes on the challenges facing cast and crew as filmmakers devise new technologies to push the limits... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Titanic: 25 Years Later with James CameronThe Academy Award-winning director and National Geographic Explorer-at-Large James Cameron adds a postscript to his fictional retelling of the tragedy.... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast. |
Self | |
| 2022 |
Who's Talking to Chris Wallace?CNN anchor Chris Wallace, one of the most highly-respected journalists of our time, moves outside of politics to explore his... |
Self | |
| 2022 |
LIGHT & MAGICWhen George Lucas set out to make Star Wars, little did he know he would end up revolutionizing an industry.... |
Self - Director | |
| 2022 |
LIGHT & MAGICWhen George Lucas set out to make Star Wars, little did he know he would end up revolutionizing an industry.... |
Self - Director, The Abyss / Director, Terminator 2 | |
| 2022 |
LIGHT & MAGICWhen George Lucas set out to make Star Wars, little did he know he would end up revolutionizing an industry.... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney WorldA historical journey spanning half a century and beyond at Walt Disney World, featuring spectacular visuals, musical performances, and interviews. |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Great MindsA current affairs program that began airing on EBS in August 2021. Co-produced by the Ministry of Education, the National... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
Secrets of the WhalesSigourney Weaver guides viewers on a journey to the heart of whale culture to experience the extraordinary communication skills and... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
The SixThe story of the six Chinese survivors of the Titanic disaster was written out of history. In The Six, we... |
Self | |
| 2021 | Self | ||
| 2020 |
Titanic: Into the Heart of the WreckThe Titanic is under a new threat. Resting at over 12,500 feet below sea level and 380 nautical miles off... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
Diving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruyDiving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruy, tells the story of Mike deGruy, an irrepressibly curious and enthusiastic... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
The Movies That Made UsThese blockbusters brought us together and gave us the time of our lives. Meet the actors, directors and industry insiders... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2019 |
Save the Titanic: Treasures From the DeepThousands of artifacts from the Titanic are caught in an international tug-of-war, thrusting the fate of the shipwreck into uncertainty.... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
James Cameron's Story of Science FictionExplore the evolution of sci-fi from its origins as a small genre with a cult following to the blockbuster pop-cultural... |
Self - Host | |
| 2017 |
Titanic: 20 Years Later with James CameronFor the 20th anniversary of "Titanic," James Cameron reopens the file on the disaster. |
Self | |
| 2017 |
T2: Reprogramming The TerminatorThis retrospective documentary focuses on the cast and crew reminiscing about the making of the film and its legacy. It... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Score: A Film Music DocumentaryMusic is an integral part of most films, adding emotion and nuance while often remaining invisible to audiences. Matt Schrader... |
Self | |
| 2017 |
Atlantis RisingJames Cameron and Simcha Jacobovici go on an adventure to find the lost city of Atlantis by using Greek philosopher... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
Eating You AliveHow and why what we eat is the cause of the chronic diseases that are killing us, and changing what... |
Self | |
| 2015 |
StarTalk with Neil deGrasse TysonHost Neil deGrasse Tyson brings together celebrities, scientists and comedians to explore a variety of cosmic topics and collide pop... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
Deepsea Challenge 3DDescribed as being a film about determination, danger and the ocean’s greatest depths, James Cameron's "Deepsea Challenge 3D" tells the... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonAfter Jay Leno's second retirement from the program, Jimmy Fallon stepped in as his permanent replacement. After 42 years in... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
Mission BlueThis documentary follows oceanographer Sylvia Earle's campaign to save the world's oceans from threats such as overfishing and toxic waste. |
Self | |
| 2013 |
Amazon UnknownDocumentary about the conflicts currently involving the Amazon. The film captures the everyday activity of several social groups fighting for... |
Self | |
| 2012 | Unknown character | ||
| 2012 |
Ray Harryhausen: Special Effects TitanThere’s only one person who so accurately personifies movie magic in the history of film, and that man is special... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
Reflections on TitanicAn enthralling and fast-paced four-part documentary feature that covers the making of one of the last major Hollywood epics; Titanic.... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
Side by SideSince the invention of cinema, the standard format for recording moving images has been film. Over the past two decades,... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
Titanic: The Final Word with James CameronJames Cameron brings together some the world's leading Titanic experts, including engineers, naval architects, artists and historians, to solve the... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
James Cameron: Voyage to the Bottom of the EarthIn late March 2012, as the world held its breath, Oscar winning director and National Geographic Explorer James Cameron, and... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
Tipping Point: The End of OilIn an oil-scarce world, we know there are sacrifices to be made in the pursuit of energy. What no one... |
Self | |
| 2011 |
Brian May's Brief History of 3DA look into the history of 3D by Brian May from Queen. |
Self | |
| 2011 |
Hollywood between Paranoia and Sci-Fi: The Power of MythGives insight into the creators mindset and how they culled from real life events to create some of the biggest... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Solartaxi: Around the World with the SunWhat began as a childhood dream is now an epic 18-month adventure that spans the globe. More than a few... |
Unknown character | |
| 2010 |
Capturing AvatarCapturing Avatar is a feature length behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Avatar. It uses footage from the film's development,... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
A Message from PandoraA Message from Pandora is a special feature produced by James Cameron about the battle to stop the Belo Monte... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Avatar: Creating the World of PandoraThe Making-of James Cameron's Avatar. It shows interesting parts of the work on the set. |
Self | |
| 2007 |
Mars RisingTaking a look at how challenges are being handled to prepare for a manned flight to Mars. |
Himself | |
| 2006 |
The Exodus DecodedExodus Decoded is a documentary created by Jewish Canadian filmmaker Simcha Jacobovici, in which new evidence in favor of the... |
Narrator | |
| 2006 |
Explorers: From The Titanic To The MoonFrom the explorers / filmmakers of Amazon Trek and Whales of Atlantis Join two men on their expeditions to new... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
Tony Robinson's Titanic AdventureTony Robinson accompanies James Cameron, the Oscar-winning writer, director and producer of the blockbuster film Titanic (1997), on a poignant... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
The Colbert ReportThe Colbert Report is an American satirical late night television program. It stars political humorist Stephen Colbert, a former correspondent... |
Unknown character | |
| 2005 |
Last Mysteries Of The TitanicSitting inside his mini-sub, two and a half miles under the Atlantic Ocean, James Cameron is playing the ultimate video... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
Watch the Skies!: Science Fiction, the 1950s and UsDirectors Stephen Spielberg, George Lucas, Ridley Scott and James Cameron discuss the science fiction movies of the 1950s that influenced... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
Aliens of the DeepJames Cameron teams up with NASA scientists to explore the Mid-Ocean Ridge, a submerged chain of mountains that band the... |
Self | |
| 2005 |
George Lucas: Creating an EmpireA Biography of George Lucas. |
Self | |
| 2005 |
Ray Harryhausen: The Early Years CollectionFor over a half century, Ray Harryhausen has amazed and inspired countless filmmakers and fans around the world with his... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie EditingDocumentary about the art of film editing. Clips are shown from many groundbreaking films with innovative editing styles. |
Self | |
| 2004 |
The Force Is with Them: The Legacy of 'Star Wars'The Force Is with Them: The Legacy of Star Wars is a Video Documentary included in the 2004 DVD of... |
Self | |
| 2004 |
EntourageFilm star Vince Chase navigates the vapid terrain of Los Angeles with a close circle of friends and his trusty... |
James Cameron | |
| 2003 |
Superior Firepower: Making 'Aliens'This feature-length documentary, made especially for the 2003 Aliens (1986) DVD release, is incredibly informative with all its interviews with... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
No Feat But What We Make: 'Terminator 2' and the Rise of Digital EffectsA look at the digital effects in Terminator 2: Judgment Day. |
Unknown character | |
| 2003 |
Ghosts of the AbyssWith a team of the world's foremost historic and marine experts as well as friend Bill Paxton, James Cameron embarks... |
Self | |
| 2003 |
MythBustersMythBusters is a science entertainment television program created and produced by Australia's Beyond Television Productions for the Discovery Channel. The... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Expedition: BismarckJames Cameron take several survivors from the German ship and crew, and together use state of the art technology to... |
Self | |
| 2002 |
Iron and BeyondThis short documentary explores just how the film Pumping Iron revolutionized the fitness industry and created an international icon in... |
Self - Director | |
| 2002 |
The Alien SagaIn 1979, Alien burst onto the scene with a strong female lead in the form of Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) battling... |
Self (archive footage) | |
| 2001 |
Alien EvolutionMark Kermode brings a tribute to the successful Alien series, featuring interviews with the cast members and directors, including Sigourney... |
Self | |
| 2001 |
From Morf to Morphing: The Dawn of Digital FilmmakingDocumentary about the invention of MORF, the program for morphing, which was created for the film "Willow" (1988). |
Self - Filmmaker | |
| 2001 |
Other Voices: Creating 'The Terminator'Many cast and crew interviews cue us in on the making of the film The Terminator (1984). From James Cameron's... |
Self | |
| 2001 |
2001: The Making of a MythThe making of Stanley Kubrick's classic space epic, presented by James Cameron, including unseen footage. |
Self | |
| 2000 |
DuetsDuets is a road-trip comedy which revolves around the little known world of karaoke and the whimsical characters who inhabit... |
Karaoke singer (uncredited) | |
| 2000 |
The Making of 'Terminator 2 3D'This overly entertaining making-of for the Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) spin-off, T2 3-D: Battle Across Time (1996), reveals everything... |
Self | |
| 2000 |
ClickYour user-friendly guide to the latest technology news, issues, gadgets and apps. |
Self | |
| 2000 |
Auto MotivesThe impacts of certain decisions, we made very easily but it is hard to follow through them. |
Self | |
| 1999 |
Ray Harryhausen: Working with DinosaursA tribute to stopmotion supremo and special effects genius extraordinaire Ray Harryhausen, the man behind some of cinema's greatest fantasy... |
Self | |
| 1999 |
Virus: Ghost in the MachineA look behind the scenes: making the 1999 film "Virus." |
Self | |
| 1999 |
The MuseWith his career on the skids, a Hollywood screenwriter enlists the aid of a modern-day muse, who proves to test... |
James Cameron | |
| 1999 |
From Star Wars to Star Wars: The Story of Industrial Light & MagicThe incredible evolution of George Lucas' special effects dream factory, including an inside look at "Star Wars: Episode One -... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
Titanic: Breaking New GroundThis documentary narrated by Peter Coyote, shows the making of the Oscar-winning movie by James Cameron. |
Self | |
| 1998 |
Mythos Hollywood - Das Geheimnis des ErfolgsEkchart Schmidt examines the machinery behind the dream factory; the Hollywood myth is unmasked. How does the studio industry work?... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
History in the Making: TitanicIn this special presentation you will go behind the scenes of one of the most fascinating productions of all time.... |
Self | |
| 1998 |
The Director's Vision: Hollywood's Best Discuss Their CraftThe nominees for the 1998 Oscar for Best Director — Steven Spielberg, James Cameron, James L. Brooks, Gus Van Sant... |
himself | |
| 1997 |
Titanic101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards... |
Steerage Dancer (uncredited) | |
| 1997 |
The ViewABC Daytime's morning chatfest, currently featuring Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Sunny Hostin, Sara Haines, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Ana Navarro... |
Self | |
| 1995 |
Your Studio and YouA parody of 1950s corporate/industrial films, commissioned by Universal Pictures executives after the studio's purchase by Seagrams, and featuring cameos... |
James Cameron | |
| 1994 |
True LiesA fearless, globe-trotting, terrorist-battling secret agent has his life turned upside down when he discovers his wife might be having... |
Helicopter pilot (voice) (uncredited) | |
| 1993 |
Under Pressure: Making 'The Abyss'Documentary about the challenging making of the sci-fi film "The Abyss" , with commentary by various actors and crew, outtakes... |
Self | |
| 1993 |
T2: More Than Meets the EyeA documentary about scenes that were deleted from the original theatrical release of Terminator 2. |
Self | |
| 1992 |
Mad About YouYoung, urban newlyweds Paul and Jamie Buchman try to sustain their marital bliss while sidestepping the hurdles of love in... |
James Cameron | |
| 1992 |
HBO First LookHBO First Look is an American television show on HBO that chronicles up and coming movies. It first started in... |
Self | |
| 1992 |
The Making of 'The Terminator': A RetrospectiveAn interview session with Arnold Schwarzenegger and director James Cameron gives us a better understanding of how hard it was... |
Self | |
| 1991 |
The Making of 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day'Documentary of the making of the sequel to the popular Schwarzenegger film, The Terminator. |
Self | |
| 1985 |
The Making of the TerminatorThis documentary treats movie fans to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Terminator, the now-classic science fiction film... |
Self | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Self - Cameo (uncredited) | |
| 1975 |
Saturday Night LiveA late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary... |
Self (uncredited) | |
| 1953 |
The OscarsAn annual American awards ceremony honoring cinematic achievements in the film industry. The various category winners are awarded a copy... |
Self | |
| 1944 |
Golden Globe AwardsAn annual awards ceremony recognizing excellence in film and television, both domestic and foreign, bestowed by the Hollywood Foreign Press... |
Self - Nominee | |
| TBA |
Jackie Chan: Down to EarthAn in-depth look at the past four decades of work by legendary martial artist, Jackie Chan. |
Self | |
| TBA |
Infinite Worlds of Science FictionThis documentary is shown at the exhibition at MoPOP |
Self |
Latest Release
Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)
2026 / TMDB 7.5
Avatar: A New Era - Special Edition of 20/20
2025 / TMDB 6.3
Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story
2025 / TMDB 7.5
Disney Legends Awards Ceremony
2024 / TMDB 6.0
Modern Masters: SS Rajamouli
2024 / TMDB 8.4
Aliens Expanded
2024 / TMDB 8.9
James Cameron News and Articles
Got a question about James Cameron?
James Cameron's career highlights include directing iconic films like Titanic and Avatar, both of which won numerous awards and broke box office records. He is also known for his work on The Terminator and Aliens.
Yes, James Cameron has won three Academy Awards, all for Titanic in 1998, including Best Picture and Best Director.
James Cameron's first feature film was Piranha II: The Spawning, released in 1982. However, he gained significant recognition with The Terminator in 1984.
His most successful films include Titanic and Avatar, both of which are among the highest-grossing films of all time, with Titanic winning 11 Oscars.
James Cameron has been married five times and has five children. He is known for his passionate interests in technology and environmental conservation.
James Cameron's estimated net worth is approximately $800 million, making him one of the wealthiest filmmakers in the industry.
Key milestones in Cameron's filmography include pioneering CGI in Terminator 2: Judgment Day and achieving the first film to gross over $2 billion with Titanic.
Common themes in James Cameron's films include human resilience, environmentalism, and the exploration of technology's impact on society, often presented through strong female characters.