Director
Billy Corben
- Born: 27 November 1978, Miami, Florida, USA
- Estimated net worth: $5 million
Billy Corben is a documentary filmmaker known for his work on crime and drug-related subjects. He gained prominence with films like Cocaine Cowboys and the sequel Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami. Corben's style often combines engaging storytelling with a…
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About Billy Corben
Billy Corben is a documentary filmmaker known for his work on crime and drug-related subjects. He gained prominence with films like Cocaine Cowboys and the sequel Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami. Corben's style often combines engaging storytelling with a focus on real events, making him a notable figure in documentary filmmaking.
- Born
- 27 November 1978, Miami, Florida, USA
- Known for
- Directing
- Height
- 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
- Spouses
- No known spouse
- Children
- 1 child, name not publicly known
- Parents
- Bill Corben, Lillian Corben
- Estimated net worth
- $5 million
Fun facts about Billy Corben
- Billy Corben was only 24 years old when he directed his first major film, Cocaine Cowboys, which became a cult classic.
- He co-founded the production company Rakontur, which focuses on producing documentaries and narrative films.
Famous Billy Corben quotes
“The story is about the people, not the drugs.”
“In Miami, the drug trade was just part of the culture.”
Billy Corben: coming up
- Cocaine Cowboys (Movie, Director)13 November 2026
Credits and dates: TMDB.
Billy Corben filmography
Cast (7)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | The 'Scarface' Phenomenon Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2009 | The U Movie | Self | 7.1 |
| 1993 | Stepmonster Movie | Todd Dougherty | 4.5 |
| 1990 | Archie: To Riverdale and Back Again Movie | Jordan 'Jughead Junior' Jones | 7.3 |
| 1988 | Dear John TV | Matthew Lacey | 5.7 |
| 1986 | L.A. Law TV | Alexander Brackman | 7.0 |
| 1984 | Night Court TV | Billy MacDonald (as Billy Cohen) | 7.3 |
Crew (34)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Canceled: The Paula Deen Story Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2024 | From Russia with Lev Movie | Producer · Production | 8.2 |
| 2024 | From Russia with Lev Movie | Director · Directing | 8.2 |
| 2024 | Men of War Movie | Director · Directing | 5.5 |
| 2022 | God Forbid: The Sex Scandal That Brought Down a Dynasty Movie | Director · Directing | 6.1 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | God Forbid: The Sex Scandal That Brought Down a Dynasty Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.1 |
| 2021 | Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami TV | Director · Directing | 6.7 |
| 2020 | 537 Votes Movie | Producer · Production | 7.1 |
| 2020 | 537 Votes Movie | Director · Directing | 7.1 |
| 2019 | Screwball Movie | Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2019 | Screwball Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.2 |
| 2019 | Screwball Movie | Director · Directing | 6.2 |
| 2019 | Magic City Hustle Movie | Director · Directing | |
| 2015 | Dawg Fight Movie | Director · Directing | 6.4 |
| 2015 | Dawg Fight Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
| 2014 | The U Part 2 Movie | Director · Directing | 7.7 |
| 2014 | Cocaine Cowboys: Reloaded Movie | Director · Directing | 7.2 |
| 2014 | The Tanning of America TV | Creator · Creator | 8.0 |
| 2013 | Collision Course: The Murder of Don Aronow Movie | Director · Directing | 6.0 |
| 2012 | Broke Movie | Director · Directing | 6.2 |
| 2012 | Broke Movie | Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2012 | Broke Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.2 |
| 2011 | Limelight Movie | Director · Directing | 5.8 |
| 2011 | Square Grouper Movie | Director · Directing | 6.2 |
| 2009 | The U Movie | Producer · Production | 7.1 |
| 2009 | The U Movie | Director · Directing | 7.1 |
| 2009 | 30 for 30 TV | Director · Directing | 7.5 |
| 2008 | Cocaine Cowboys 2 Movie | Director · Directing | 6.8 |
| 2006 | Cocaine Cowboys Movie | Director · Directing | 7.3 |
| 2006 | Cocaine Cowboys Movie | Editor · Editing | 7.3 |
| 2006 | Cocaine Cowboys Movie | Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 2001 | Raw Deal: A Question Of Consent Movie | Director · Directing | 6.3 |
| 2001 | Raw Deal: A Question Of Consent Movie | Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| TBA | True Stories TV | Director · Directing | 8.0 |
Latest releases
- The 'Scarface' Phenomenon2011 / TMDB 7.0
- The U2009 / TMDB 7.1
- Stepmonster1993 / TMDB 4.5
- Archie: To Riverdale and Back Again1990 / TMDB 7.3
Questions about Billy Corben
What are some of Billy Corben's most successful films?
Billy Corben is best known for his films Cocaine Cowboys and Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami, both of which explore the drug trade in Miami.
Has Billy Corben won any awards?
Corben has received several accolades for his work, including the Audience Award at the Miami Film Festival for Cocaine Cowboys.
What was Billy Corben's first film?
His first significant film was Cocaine Cowboys, released in 2006, which gained critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
What themes do Billy Corben's documentaries often explore?
Corben's documentaries frequently focus on crime, drugs, and the socio-political implications surrounding these issues, particularly in Miami.
What is Billy Corben's estimated net worth?
Billy Corben's estimated net worth is around $5 million, primarily from his successful career in documentary filmmaking.
What production company did Billy Corben co-found?
Billy Corben co-founded Rakontur, a production company known for creating compelling documentaries and narrative films.
Is Billy Corben involved in any other projects?
Corben continues to work on various documentary projects, often focusing on crime and culture in Florida.
What defines Billy Corben's filmmaking style?
Corben's filmmaking style is characterized by engaging storytelling, a focus on real-life events, and a unique blend of humor and seriousness.