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Hi, I’m Thunder Levin, a filmmaker and writer best known for creating the Sharknado franchise. I have over a decade of experience in all aspects of film and video production, from concept to delivery and exploitation.
I’m a visual storyteller who focuses on character and dramatic development, with a fast, organized approach that thrives under tight schedules and limited budgets. I’m passionate about directing and writing feature films and television while exploring new creative avenues.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Writer/Director at Unreal Imagine / Vigloo
January 1, 2025 - PresentWriter/Director for The Fires Of Love miniseries (2025). Collaboration with producer Zerui Qin; production by Unreal Imagine / Vigloo.
Co-Writer at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025Co-Writer for Zombie Tidal Wave (2019) TV Movie. Directed by Anthony Ferrante; produced by Ian Ziering.
Screenwriter at The Asylum
January 1, 2017 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for Geo-Disaster (2017) Feature. Producer: David Latt.
Screenwriter at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2016 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for Sharknado 4 (2016) TV Movie. Director: Anthony Ferrante; Exec. Producer: David Rimawi.
Screenwriter at CineTel Pictures
January 1, 2016 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for Mind Blown (2016) Feature. Producer: Lisa Hansen.
Screenwriter at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2015 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for Sharknado 3 (2015) TV Movie. Director: Anthony Ferrante; Exec. Producer: David Rimawi.
Writer/Director at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2014 - September 9, 2025Writer/Director for Sharknado 2 (2014) TV Movie. Director: Anthony Ferrante; Exec. Producer: David Rimawi.
Screenwriter at The Asylum
January 1, 2013 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for AE Apocalypse Earth (2013) Feature. Producer: David Latt.
Writer/Director at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2013 - September 9, 2025Writer/Director for Sharknado (2013) TV Movie. Director: Anthony Ferrante; Exec. Producer: David Rimawi.
Screenwriter at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2012 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for American Warships (2012) Feature. Producer: David Latt.
Director / Co-Writer / Executive Producer at The Asylum
January 1, 2011 - September 9, 2025Director, Co-Writer and Executive Producer for 200 MPH: Midnight Racers (2011) Feature. Producer: David Latt.
Screenwriter at Stormfront Films
January 1, 2008 - September 9, 2025Screenwriter for Mutant Vampire Zombies From The ‘Hood! (2008) Feature. Producer: George Saunders.
Mobile Game Writer at NBCUniversal / Endless Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - PresentConceptualized, outlined, wrote and revised interactive 'choose-your-own-story' scripts for mobile game Xena Reborn based on Xena: Warrior Princess; developed multi-episode story arcs and long-term NPC development as part of NBC Universal’s Series: Your Story Universe.
Writer/Director at Unreal Imagine/Vigloo
January 1, 2025 - PresentWrote and directed the 2025 miniseries The Fires Of Love for Unreal Imagine/Vigloo.
Co-Writer at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2019 - PresentCo-writer for the 2019 TV Movie Zombie Tidal Wave on the Syfy Channel; collaboration with Anthony Ferrante and Ian Ziering.
Writer/Director at The Asylum
January 1, 2017 - PresentWriter/Director for the feature Geo-Disaster for The Asylum.
Screenwriter at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2016 - PresentScreenwriter for Sharknado 4 on Syfy; directed by Anthony Ferrante; produced by David Rimawi.
Screenwriter at CineTel Pictures
January 1, 2016 - PresentScreenwriter for Mind Blown (CineTel Pictures).
Screenwriter at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2015 - PresentScreenwriter for Sharknado 3 on Syfy; directed by Anthony Ferrante; produced by David Rimawi.
Writer/Director at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2014 - PresentWriter/Director for Sharknado 2 on Syfy; directed by Anthony Ferrante; produced by David Rimawi.
Screenwriter at The Asylum
January 1, 2013 - PresentScreenwriter for AE Apocalypse Earth (The Asylum).
Writer/Director at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2013 - PresentWriter/Director for Sharknado (Syfy).
Screenwriter at Syfy Channel
January 1, 2012 - PresentScreenwriter for American Warships (Syfy).
Director/Co-Writer/EP at The Asylum
January 1, 2011 - PresentDirector/Co-Writer/Executive Producer for 200 MPH: Midnight Racers.
Director at Stormfront Films
January 1, 2008 - PresentDirected the feature Mutant Vampire Zombies From The Hood! (Stormfront Films).
Mobile Game Writer at NBCUniversal / Endless Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - PresentWrote interactive scripts for the mobile game Xena Reborn based on Xena: Warrior Princess; developed story arcs and NPCs as part of a team (Los Angeles, CA).
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Bachelor of Fine Arts - Film at New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Gaming
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