John Carney

John Carney

January 1, 1972 · 54 years old

John Carney (born 1972) is an Irish film director, producer, screenwriter and lyricist specialising in musical drama films. He is best known as the showrunner and executive producer of Modern Love on Amazon Prime Video for his films Once, Begin Again, and Sing Street. He is also a co-creator of the…

Known For

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Sing Street

Sing Street

2016 · 1h 46m · Movie

A young lad notices a beautiful girl who begins to occupy his thoughts. While struggling with poverty, personal relationships and life's woes, he starts a band, hoping to catch her attention.

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Begin Again

Begin Again

2014 · 1h 44m · Movie

A chance encounter between a down-and-out music business executive, and a young singer songwriter new to Manhattan, turns into a promising collaboration between the two talents.

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Once

Once

2007 · 1h 26m · Movie

A modern-day musical about a busker and an immigrant and their eventful week in Dublin, as they write, rehearse and record songs that tell their love story.

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Flora and Son

Flora and Son

2023 · 1h 37m · Movie

A single mom at war with her son is trying to find a hobby for him. One day, she rescues a guitar from a dumpster.

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Power Ballad

Power Ballad

2026 · 1h 38m · Movie

Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves.

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Modern Love

Modern Love

2019 · 32m · TV Show

This anthology series explores love in all of its complicated and beautiful forms, as well as its effects on the human connection. Each episode brings to life a different story that has been inspired by the popular Modern Love col...

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On the Edge

On the Edge

2001 · 1h 25m · Movie

Jonathan, like many teenagers, is used to concealing the pain of growing up behind a witty sense of humor. One day, fate brings Jonathan into contact with a group of teenagers who are attempting to cope with their own teen angst.

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