Biography

Peter Segal was born on April 20, 1962. He is a director and producer, known for Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult (1994), Get Smart (2008) and My Spy (2020). He is married to Linda Segal. They have three children.

Frequently casts Adam Sandler and Dan Aykroyd

His films frequently center around prestigious characters who took their fame and power for granted and try to redeem themselves. Examples include Tommy Boy (1995), My Fellow Americans (1996), and The Longest Yard (2005)).

Was a dear friend of the late comedy legend Chris Farley whom he directed in Tommy Boy (1995).

Graduated from USC School of Cinema-Television (1994)

Was attached at one point to direct Fantastic Four (2005).

Was originally set to direct Shazam! (2019).

Is married to a dentist named Linda.