
David Richard Ellis (September 8, 1952 - January 7, 2013) was an American filmmaker, actor and stuntman. He is best known for directing the films Final Destination 2 (2003), Cellular (2004), Snakes on a Plane (2006), The Final Destination (2009) and Shark Night 3D (2011).

Rocky III
1982 · as Opponent

Blind Fury
1989 · as Ski Lodge Killer #3

The Mighty Quinn
1989 · as Jersey

The Strongest Man in the World
1975 · as David (Student)

Heroes
1977 · as Bar Patron #1

Dialing Up "Cellular"
2004 · as Self

Snakes on a Set: Behind the Scenes
2007 · as Self

Snakes on a Plane: Meet the Reptiles
2007 · as Self

Pure Venom: The Making of Snakes on a Plane
2006 · as Self

Body Count: The Deaths of "Final Destination"
2010 · as Self

The Snake Pit: On the Set of 'Snakes on a Plane'
2007 · as Self

Anna
1987 · as Daniel's Father

Bits and Pieces: Bringing Death to Life
2003 · as Self