Justin Lin, 1971
Writers · October 11, 1971
Justin Lin
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Justin Lin is 54 years old, born October 11, 1971 in United States · Libra.
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About
Justin Lin directed Fast & Furious films that grossed over $3 billion worldwide, becoming Hollywood's go-to action auteur. Born in the US to Taiwanese heritage on October 11, 1971, he launched his career with Better Luck Tomorrow (2002), then anchored the street-racing franchise from Tokyo Drift (2006) through F9 (2021). He also helmed Star Trek Beyond (2016) and shaped TV hits like Community and True Detective. A Libra, Lin balances blockbuster spectacle with character-driven storytelling.
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Biography
Justin Lin directed the films that defined 2000s action cinema. His breakthrough, Better Luck Tomorrow (2002), proved he could frame street culture with style. He then took over the Fast & Furious franchise, steering it from The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006) through Fast & Furious 6 (2013) and the sci-fi-tinged F9 (2021)—a run that grossed over $3 billion worldwide as of 2017. Beyond cars, he directed Star Trek Beyond (2016), applying his kinetic eye to space opera. On television, Lin shaped ensemble comedies (Community) and prestige crime drama (True Detective), proving range across genres. Born October 11, 1971, in the US, Lin carries Taiwanese heritage. As a Libra, he's known for balancing scale with nuance—spectacle tempered by character. Screenwriters craft narrative architecture across mediums; Lin's work spans film and television. His filmography demonstrates how a single director can anchor a $3 billion franchise while maintaining artistic credibility in prestige projects.
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Trivia
- His films have grossed over US$3 billion worldwide as of March 2017.
- He directed Star Trek Beyond (2016), bringing his action sensibility to the sci-fi franchise.
- Lin shaped both blockbuster cinema and prestige television, ranging from Community to True Detective.
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Numerology
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The Communicator
Expressive and creative. Justin Lin gravitate to performance, writing, and social platforms where personality compounds the work.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
- Brian GutiérrezGoat · 2003
- RockyRabbit · 1999
- Pop SmokeRabbit · 1999
- Rob KardashianRabbit · 1987
CHALLENGING
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Taylor Swift
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Frequently asked
- How old is Justin Lin?
- Justin Lin is 54 years old (born October 11, 1971).
- When is Justin Lin's birthday?
- Justin Lin was born on October 11, 1971.
- What is Justin Lin's zodiac sign?
- Justin Lin is a Libra, born October 11, 1971.
- What is Justin Lin's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Justin Lin was born in 1971, the year of the Metal Pig.
- Where is Justin Lin from?
- Justin Lin is from United States.
- What does Justin Lin do?
- Justin Lin is a writer.
- Is Justin Lin still alive?
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