Biography

Nick Lyon is an American film director who has made a name for himself in the horror and thriller genres. After attending the the Film Akademie Baden Weurtemburg in Ludwigsburg Germany.

Lyon made his directorial debut with I Love You, Baby starring Academie Award Winning Actor Maximillian Schell. He then went on to direct the horror film "Species: The Awakening" in 2007. The film, which was the fourth installment in the "Species" franchise, followed the story of a young woman who becomes a hybrid of human and alien DNA. The film was commercially successful and helped to establish Lyon as a director to watch in the horror genre.

Following the success of "Species: The Awakening", Lyon went on to direct several more horror and thriller films, including "Zombie Apocalypse", which premiered on the Syfy channel in 2011. The film, which starred Ving Rhames and Taryn Manning, followed a group of survivors in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Lyon's work is characterized by its intense, atmospheric style and emphasis on suspense and tension. He is known for his ability to create a sense of dread and unease, using lighting, sound design, and camera angles to build suspense and keep audiences on the edge of their seats.

Lyon's films have been well-received by audiences and critics alike, and he continues to be a respected and influential figure in the world of horror, disaster and thriller filmmaking. His ability to create suspense and build tension has made him a sought-after director in the genre, and his work is sure to continue to captivate audiences for years to come,

In his most recent film "On Fire" which Nick wrote, directed and produced, he tells the story of a family who must escape the flames of a forest fire that threatens their home and lives. The film stars Peter Facinelli, Fiona Dourif, Asher Angel and Lance Henricksen. Lyon created the film to bring awareness to the growing problem of wildfires worldwide.
- IMDb mini biography by: DNL