Max Kleven
American film director, stunt performer (born 1933)
About Max Kleven
Lived 1933 – 2026 (aged 92). Max Kleven was a ski jumper, stunt performer, director and film director.
Michael J. Kleven (August 16, 1933 – June 3, 2026) was a Norwegian-born American second unit director, stuntman, actor, and director.
Life and career Kleven was born in Trondheim, Norway, on August 16, 1933. He is known for his work as a stuntman in the Back to the Future series, Batman Returns, Wild Wild West and Bean. He was also second unit director for Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Back to the Future Part II, Back to the Future Part III, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Batman Forever, and The River Wild.
Kleven died in Valencia, California, on June 3, 2026, at the age of 92.
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Who was Max Kleven?
American film director, stunt performer (born 1933)
When was Max Kleven born?
Max Kleven was born on 16 August 1933 in Trondheim.
When did Max Kleven die?
Max Kleven died on 3 June 2026.
What was Max Kleven's occupation?
Max Kleven was a ski jumper, stunt performer, director and film director.
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