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Erik Sommers

b. 1976

Screenwriter

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About Erik Sommers

Born 1976. Erik Sommers is an American screenwriter, television producer and film producer.

Erik Sommers is an American television writer, television producer and screenwriter.

Career Erik Sommers began his career working on the production staff of Stark Raving Mad.

During his time as a writer on American Dad, he met Chris McKenna, who would become his writing partner. Together they co-wrote The Lego Batman Movie and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (both 2017), as well as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Spider-Man movies from 2017–present and co-wrote another MCU film, Ant-Man and the Wasp, in 2018.

Filmography Film writer The Lego Batman Movie (2017) Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017) Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018) Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) Ghosted (2023) Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) Avengers: Doomsday (2026)

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Important facts

Born
16 December 1976, Syracuse
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Screenwriter, television producer, film producer
Nationality
United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Erik Sommers?

screenwriter

When was Erik Sommers born?

Erik Sommers was born on 16 December 1976 in Syracuse.

What is Erik Sommers's occupation?

Erik Sommers is a screenwriter, television producer and film producer.

What nationality is Erik Sommers?

Erik Sommers is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Erik Sommers

· Wikidata: Q26268915

· DBpedia: Erik Sommers

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