Ross Duffer

Writer
Producer
Director

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Ross Duffer was born on 15 February 1984 in Durham, North Carolina, USA. He is a writer and producer, known for Stranger Things (2016), Hidden (2015) and We All Fall Down (2005). He has been married to Leigh Janiak since 22 December 2015.

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Nominated for 8 Primetime Emmys
- 7 wins & 29 nominations total

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Known for

Stranger Things

8.6

TV Series

Writer(as The Duffer Brothers, creator)

Hidden

6.4

Writer(as The Duffer Brothers)

2015

We All Fall Down

6.6

Short

Writer

2005

Wayward Pines

7.3

TV Series

Writer

Credits

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Writer

Stranger Things
8.6
TV Series
- created by
- written by
- teleplay by (as The Duffer Brothers, as The Duffer Brothers, as The Duffer Brothers)
- 2016–2025
Stranger Things 4: Trailer Drop Countdown
8.8
Video
- created by
- 2022
FilmToons Logic
3.7
TV Series
- based on the characters created by (uncredited)
- 2021
Hidden
6.4
- Writer (as The Duffer Brothers)
- 2015
The Grounded
TV Series
- written by
- 2015
Wayward Pines
7.3
TV Series
- written by
- written for television by
- 2015
Vessel
6.2
Short
- written by
- 2012
Road to Moloch
6.2
Short
- screenplay
- 2009
Eater
6.3
Short
- screenplay
- 2007
We All Fall Down
6.6
Short
- Writer
- 2005

Producer

Alternative name
- The Duffer Brothers
Born
- February 15, 1984
- Durham, North Carolina, USA
Spouse
- Leigh JaniakDecember 22, 2015 - present (filed for divorce)
Relatives
- Matt Duffer(Sibling)

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Trivia
Twin brother of Matt Duffer.

FAQ

What is Ross Duffer's birth name?
Ross C. Duffer
What is Ross Duffer known for?
We All Fall Down, Hidden, Wayward Pines, and Stranger Things
Is Ross Duffer married?
Yes, to Leigh Janiak since December 22, 2015
Does Ross Duffer have siblings?
Yes, 1 sibling, Matt Duffer
How many awards has Ross Duffer won?
7 awards