Who wrote and directed the 2017 film "Get Out"?

Jordan Peele wrote and directed the 2017 film "Get Out." The psychological horror film was his feature directorial debut and combines suspense, satire, and social commentary about racism in the United States.

Peele developed the screenplay after years as a comedy performer, especially through the sketch series "Key & Peele." He has explained that horror and comedy share important mechanics, including timing, surprise, and escalation. The film follows Chris Washington, played by Daniel Kaluuya, who visits the family of his white girlfriend and gradually uncovers a terrifying secret.

Produced by Blumhouse and released by Universal, "Get Out" was made on a reported budget of $4.5 million and earned about $259.8 million worldwide. It became both a commercial success and a major critical achievement. At the 90th Academy Awards, Peele won Best Original Screenplay, making him the first Black winner in that category.

The film is sometimes described only as horror, but its tone also includes comedy and thriller elements. Peele's authorship is unambiguous: he served as writer, director, and co-producer, while Michael Abels composed the score.