Sam Levinson is an American filmmaker, writer, and producer best known as the creator and showrunner of HBO’s teen drama series Euphoria and for directing several feature films including Another Happy Day (2011), Assassination Nation (2018), and Malcolm & Marie (2021).1 Sam Levinson began his career with early acting appearances and his first writing credit on the film Operation: Endgame, and made his feature directorial debut with Another Happy Day, which premiered at Sundance Film Festival and established his interest in intimate, often confrontational storytelling.1 Levinson created Euphoria, an adaptation of an Israeli series, for HBO; the show gained significant audience attention and critical recognition for its visual style, score, performances (notably Zendaya), and its frank depiction of adolescent issues, earning nominations and awards including Emmy recognition and directing honors.1,5 He wrote and directed Assassination Nation, which premiered at Sundance and showcased his stylized, provocative approach to social commentary.1 Levinson’s film Malcolm & Marie, shot during the COVID-19 era and starring Zendaya and John David Washington, was noted for its two-hander format and real-time intensity.1 In 2023 he co-created and executive produced the HBO series The Idol, which received considerable media attention and polarized critical response.1 Across his work Levinson is frequently recognized for a bold visual sensibility, music-forward editing, and themes exploring addiction, fame, sex, and trauma, sometimes provoking debate about representation and authorship.1,5 He is the son of filmmaker Barry Levinson and has collaborated with high-profile actors and musicians in film and television.1 Current relevance stems from Euphoria’s ongoing cultural impact and subsequent projects in development or release where he remains credited as a showrunner, writer, or executive producer.1,5 1. Wikipedia; 2. IMDb.