Director
Woody Allen
Woody Allen was born on December 1, 1935 in Brooklyn, New York. He began selling jokes to newspaper columnists at age 16 and directed his first feature film at 34.
Woody Allen was born in 1935 and is currently 91 years old. Anyone born before 1935 is older than Woody.
Born
December 1, 1935
Brooklyn, New York
World pop: ~2.2B
Woody's age
91
Your age
20
Are you older than Woody Allen?
No — Woody Allen was born in 1935. You were born in 2006, making you 71 years younger.
At your age (20), Woody had already began selling jokes to newspaper columnists (at age 16), but hadn't yet directed his first feature film (at age 34).
Woody's Life Timeline
Woody Allen was born on December 1, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in a Jewish family and showed an early interest in writing and performing. After graduating from high school, he began working as a comedy writer for television, which laid the groundwork for his future career in film.
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Allen's career took off in the 1960s when he transitioned from television to film. He wrote and directed his first feature film, 'Take the Money and Run,' in 1969, which showcased his unique comedic style. He gained widespread acclaim with the release of 'Annie Hall' in 1977, which won four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Over the decades, he continued to produce a prolific body of work, including classics such as 'Manhattan,' 'Hannah and Her Sisters,' and 'Midnight in Paris.'
In his later life, Woody Allen has remained a significant figure in the film industry, continuing to write and direct films into his 80s. His contributions to cinema have left a lasting impact, influencing generations of filmmakers. Despite controversies surrounding his personal life, his work is celebrated for its wit, depth, and exploration of complex themes.
Began selling jokes to newspaper columnists
Woody Allen started selling one-liners to newspaper columnists at age 16, earning more than many adults in the neighborhood. He spent nearly two decades as a comedy writer before directing his first film at 34.
Woody Allen was 16 years old when he began selling jokes to newspaper columnists in 1952. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed his first feature film
Woody Allen was 34 years old when he directed his first feature film, 'Take the Money and Run.' This film marked his transition from television comedy to filmmaking and established his distinctive comedic voice.
Woody Allen was 34 years old when he directed his first feature film in 1969. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Take the Money and Run'
Woody Allen directed 'Take the Money and Run', his first major directorial effort, a mockumentary comedy about an incompetent criminal that established his signature comedic style.
Woody Allen was 34 years old when he directed 'Take the Money and Run' in 1969. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Bananas'
Woody Allen directed 'Bananas', a slapstick political satire about an unlikely revolutionary in a fictional Latin American country, showcasing his early comedic brilliance.
Woody Allen was 36 years old when he directed 'Bananas' in 1971. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Sleeper'
Woody Allen directed 'Sleeper', a futuristic comedy about a man who wakes up 200 years in the future, blending science fiction with his trademark humor.
Woody Allen was 38 years old when he directed 'Sleeper' in 1973. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Picture
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Picture for 'Annie Hall.' This film is often regarded as one of the greatest romantic comedies of all time and solidified his status as a leading filmmaker.
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1977. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Director
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Director for 'Annie Hall.' This recognition highlighted his skill in blending humor with poignant storytelling.
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Director in 1977. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Academy Award for 'Annie Hall'
Woody Allen directed 'Annie Hall', a romantic comedy that revolutionized the genre and won four Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director.
Woody Allen was 42 years old when he won Academy Award for 'Annie Hall' in 1977. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay
Woody Allen was 43 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for 'Annie Hall.' This achievement underscored his talent for crafting innovative and engaging narratives.
Woody Allen was 43 years old when he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1978. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Manhattan'
Woody Allen directed 'Manhattan', a love letter to New York City shot in stunning black-and-white, widely considered one of the greatest films of the 1970s.
Woody Allen was 44 years old when he directed 'Manhattan' in 1979. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Academy Award for 'Hannah and Her Sisters'
Woody Allen directed 'Hannah and Her Sisters', an ensemble drama that won three Academy Awards. Allen won for Best Original Screenplay.
Woody Allen was 51 years old when he won Academy Award for 'Hannah and Her Sisters' in 1986. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors'
Woody Allen was 54 years old when he released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors.' The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for several Academy Awards, showcasing his ability to tackle complex moral dilemmas.
Woody Allen was 54 years old when he released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors' in 1989. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger'
Woody Allen was 75 years old when he released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger.' This film continued his tradition of exploring themes of love and existential angst, further demonstrating his enduring relevance in cinema.
Woody Allen was 75 years old when he released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger' in 2010. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won Academy Award for 'Midnight in Paris'
Woody Allen directed 'Midnight in Paris', a romantic fantasy about a writer who travels back to 1920s Paris, winning the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Woody Allen was 76 years old when he won Academy Award for 'Midnight in Paris' in 2011. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Directed 'Blue Jasmine'
Woody Allen directed 'Blue Jasmine', a drama starring Cate Blanchett in an Oscar-winning performance as a socialite dealing with financial and personal ruin.
Woody Allen was 78 years old when he directed 'Blue Jasmine' in 2013. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published his memoir
Woody Allen was 86 years old when he published his memoir, 'Apropos of Nothing.' The book provides insights into his life and career, reflecting on his experiences in the film industry and personal life.
Woody Allen was 86 years old when he published his memoir in 2021. Are you older than Woody was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
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| 1935 | 0 | |
| 1936 | 1 | |
| 1937 | 2 | |
| 1938 | 3 | |
| 1939 | 4 | |
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| 1941 | 6 | |
| 1942 | 7 | |
| 1943 | 8 | |
| 1944 | 9 | |
| 1945 | 10 | |
| 1946 | 11 | |
| 1947 | 12 | |
| 1948 | 13 | |
| 1949 | 14 | |
| 1950 | 15 | |
| 1951 | 16 | |
| 1952 | 17 | began selling jokes to newspaper columnists |
| 1953 | 18 | |
| 1954 | 19 | |
| 1955 | 20 | |
| 1956 | 21 | |
| 1957 | 22 | |
| 1958 | 23 | |
| 1959 | 24 | |
| 1960 | 25 | |
| 1961 | 26 | |
| 1962 | 27 | |
| 1963 | 28 | |
| 1964 | 29 | |
| 1965 | 30 | |
| 1966 | 31 | |
| 1967 | 32 | |
| 1968 | 33 | |
| 1969 | 34 | directed his first feature film |
| 1970 | 35 | |
| 1971 | 36 | directed 'Bananas' |
| 1972 | 37 | |
| 1973 | 38 | directed 'Sleeper' |
| 1974 | 39 | |
| 1975 | 40 | |
| 1976 | 41 | |
| 1977 | 42 | won the Academy Award for Best Picture |
| 1978 | 43 | won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay |
| 1979 | 44 | directed 'Manhattan' |
| 1980 | 45 | |
| 1981 | 46 | |
| 1982 | 47 | |
| 1983 | 48 | |
| 1984 | 49 | |
| 1985 | 50 | |
| 1986 | 51 | won Academy Award for 'Hannah and Her Sisters' |
| 1987 | 52 | |
| 1988 | 53 | |
| 1989 | 54 | released 'Crimes and Misdemeanors' |
| 1990 | 55 | |
| 1991 | 56 | |
| 1992 | 57 | |
| 1993 | 58 | |
| 1994 | 59 | |
| 1995 | 60 | |
| 1996 | 61 | |
| 1997 | 62 | |
| 1998 | 63 | |
| 1999 | 64 | |
| 2000 | 65 | |
| 2001 | 66 | |
| 2002 | 67 | |
| 2003 | 68 | |
| 2004 | 69 | |
| 2005 | 70 | |
| 2006 | 71 | |
| 2007 | 72 | |
| 2008 | 73 | |
| 2009 | 74 | |
| 2010 | 75 | released 'You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger' |
| 2011 | 76 | won Academy Award for 'Midnight in Paris' |
| 2012 | 77 | |
| 2013 | 78 | directed 'Blue Jasmine' |
| 2014 | 79 | |
| 2015 | 80 | |
| 2016 | 81 | |
| 2017 | 82 | |
| 2018 | 83 | |
| 2019 | 84 | |
| 2020 | 85 | |
| 2021 | 86 | published his memoir |
| 2022 | 87 | |
| 2023 | 88 | |
| 2024 | 89 | |
| 2025 | 90 | |
| 2026 | 91 |
