Jon Spaihts

Jon Spaihts, a screenwriter known for his work in the science fiction genre, holds the credit of co-writing high-profile films such as "Dune" (2021) and "Dune: Part Two" (2024) alongside Denis Villeneuve. In addition to these, his contributions to the film industry include the screenplays for "Prometheus" (2012), "Passengers" (2016), and "Doctor Strange" (2016). Notably, Spaihts' writing for "Dune" earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.

Spaihts' involvement in remakes and adaptations of classic science fiction stories further highlights his expertise in the genre. He was a part of the team that rebooted "The Mummy" franchise for Universal, directed by Alex Kurtzman, and started working on the story for the "Black Hole" remake by Walt Disney Studios. He also co-wrote Legendary Pictures's feature film adaptation of the science fiction novel "Dune" along with Eric Roth and Denis Villeneuve.

Branching out from his screenwriting, Spaihts also ventured into voice acting, lending his voice to "Autodoc" in "Passengers" (2016). His work on "Passengers," which starred Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence, additionally garnered him a Hugo Award. An interview featuring Spaihts, aired on December 20, 2016, provided audiences with an in-depth look into his career and writing process, further establishing his authority in the field of scriptwriting and storytelling.