20 Directors who are accomplished in multiple genres

Published Jan 17, 2025 22:11 ET

Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg, Bong Joon-Ho, Martin Scorsese( Clockwise from top-left) | Image via Getty

7) Tim Burton

Renowned Director Tim Burton showed his genius in various genres. He's known for fantasy classics like Beetlejuice (1988) and Edward Scissorhands (1990). Burton also explored horror with Sleepy Hollow (1999), superhero action with Batman (1989), and adventure with Big Fish (2003). His stop-motion animated films like The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) and Corpse Bride (2005) further demonstrate his versatility and unique visual style.