17 Directors who cast their family members in their own movies

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5. Ron Howard

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Ron Howard has always been one to collaborate with family members, as evidenced in Parenthood, in which his daughter Bryce Dallas Howard appeared in a minor role. Her part may have been minor, but it launched an extraordinary acting career. Today, she is a Hollywood force to be reckoned with, having acted in the Jurassic World franchise and directed episodes of The Mandalorian. Ron has often boasted of Bryce's transition from an actor to a filmmaker. She has given much credit to her independent spirit and dedication to craft.