Ryan Nicholson

Biography

Ryan Nicholson was a Canadian makeup artist and director of independent horror films.​ Nicholson was a Canadian special effects makeup artist and filmmaker known for his work in horror cinema. He began his career in special effects, contributing to series like The X-Files. Nicholson later directed independent horror films such as Gutterballs (2008) and Hanger (2009), noted for their explicit content and practical effects. His contributions to genre filmmaking are recognized for their boldness and creativity.

Directed

1. Gutterballs (2008) — Director
2. Live Feed (2006) — Director
3. Hanger (2009) — Director
4. Famine (2011) — Director
5. The Profane Exhibit (2013) — Director
6. Collar (2014) — Director
7. Torched (2003) — Director
8. Star Vehicle (2010) — Director
9. Hell Hath No Fury (2006) — Director
10. Necrophagia - Nightmare Scenarios (2004) — Director
11. Dead Nude Girls (2013) — Director
12. Gutterballs 2: Balls Deep (2015) — Director
13. Big Fucking Monster (2017) — Director
14. More Dead Nude Girls Featuring BBK (2016) — Director

Also appeared in

1. Famine (2011) — The Nailer
2. Necrophagia - Nightmare Scenarios (2004) — Psychotic Boyfriend
3. Dead Nude Girls (2013)
4. Gutterballs 2: Balls Deep (2015) — Maurice / Monty
5. S.I.D.S. (2014) — The Doctor (voice)
6. More Dead Nude Girls Featuring BBK (2016) — Himself