Alexander Payne
American director, writer and producer
- Age
- 65years old
- Born
- 10 February 1961Omaha, Nebraska
- Nationality
USA - Star sign
- Aquarius
- Years active
- 1999–2023
Known for
About Alexander Payne
Alexander Payne is an American director, writer and producer. They were born on 10 February 1961 in Omaha, Nebraska. Their career spans 16 titles, among them The descendants (2011), Jurassic Park III (2001) and Nebraska (2013).
Their career in figures
The earliest credit MovieNCo has for Alexander Payne is Election (1999); in all, 16 films over 24 years. They have worked as director in 8, writer in 8, producer in 8 and actor in 1. Their title most voted by MovieNCo readers is The descendants (2011), with 80 votes. Their busiest decade is the 2000s, with 9 titles. The person they have worked with most is George Parra, on 4 films, among them The descendants and Nebraska.
Latest work
Full filmography (16)- 2023
- 2017
- 2014
- 2013
- 2011
- 2011
- 2007
- 2007
Where to watch Alexander Payne
Their films and TV shows you can watch now in the UK, and where.
- 2011
- 2001
- 2013
- 2017
- 2007
- 2002
- 2023
- 2004
Availability checked on 9 November 2026.
The best Alexander Payne films
By MovieNCo readers' ratings.
- The Holdovers 2023
- About Schmidt 2002
- Nebraska 2013
- Downsizing 2017
- Jurassic Park III 2001
Family and relationships
- Spouses
- Sandra Oh 2003–2006
Awards
All their awardsA count of the awards MovieNCo covers: Academy Awards (Oscars) (1932–2026), Golden Globes (1944–2026) and BAFTA Awards (1950–2026).
- Academy Awards (Oscars) 1 win4 nominations
- Golden Globes 5 nominations
- BAFTA Awards 2 nominations
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Questions about Alexander Payne
How old is Alexander Payne?
Alexander Payne is 65 years old: born on 10 February 1961 in Omaha, Nebraska.
Who has Alexander Payne been married to?
Alexander Payne was married to Sandra Oh (2003–2006).
What are the best Alexander Payne films?
By MovieNCo readers' ratings, the best Alexander Payne films are The Holdovers (2023, 8.4), About Schmidt (2002, 7.9) and Nebraska (2013, 7.4).
How many films and TV shows has Alexander Payne been in?
MovieNCo lists 16 films for Alexander Payne, from Election (1999) to The Holdovers (2023).
How many awards has Alexander Payne won?
Alexander Payne has won one award from 11 nominations. By award: Academy Awards (Oscars), 1 of 4; Golden Globes, 5 nominations; BAFTA Awards, 2 nominations. A count of the awards MovieNCo covers.
What is Alexander Payne's star sign?
Alexander Payne is a Aquarius: born on 10 February.