Shane Hurlbut
Cinematographer · Born February 18, 1964 (62) · Ithaca, New York, USA
Director of photography Shane Hurlbut, ASC works at the forefront of cinema as a storyteller, innovator and discerning collaborator, who brings more than three decades of experience to his art. Hurlbut recently wrapped Clashing Through the Snow with director Carlson Young, and Way of the Warrior Kid with long-time collaborator McG, starring Chris Pratt. Both features are set for release in November 2026. His television work includes the Netflix limited series The Perfect Couple, directed by Susanne Bier and starring Nicole Kidman, Dakota Fanning, and Liev Schreiber. Set against the backdrop of Nantucket, the series unfolds a mystery that keeps audiences guessing until the very end. In addition to these projects, Shane also completed work on the Amazon Prime feature Música, directed by Rudy Mancuso. The film premiered at SXSW to widespread critical acclaim before launching on Prime Video, telling the poignant story of a young man with synesthesia navigating life and Brazilian culture in Newark, New Jersey. Hurlbut has built his career on lasting creative partnerships with a range of talented directors. His collaborations with Gabriele Muccino include Fathers and Daughters and A Casa Tutti Bene, while his work with McG spans Terminator: Salvation, We Are Marshall, Rim of the World, and The Babysitter. He has also teamed with Charles Stone III on Drumline and Mr. 3000 and with Scott Waugh on Need for Speed and Act of Valor. His partnership with Rob Cohen began with his debut feature, The Rat Pack, which earned Hurlbut a Best Cinematography nomination from the American Society of Cinematographers, making him the youngest nominee to date, and continued with The Skulls. His additional film credits include Safety, directed by Reggie Hudlin; Holidate, directed by John Whitesell; Swing Vote; Semi-Pro; Into the Blue; Crazy/Beautiful; The Greatest Game Ever Played; 11:14; Deadfall; and The Adventurers. His television credits include the Netflix limited series The Perfect Couple, the pilot of Resident Alien, and AMC's Into the Badlands. Earlier in his career, Hurlbut photographed iconic music videos including Guns N' Roses' November Rain and collaborated with artists Smashing Pumpkins, Stone Temple Pilots, The Rolling Stones, and Nirvana. His debut feature film, The Rat Pack, received critical acclaim and earned him a nomination from the American Society of Cinematographers, making him the youngest nominee to date. A recognized mentor to his fellow DPs, Hurlbut is based in Los Angeles, where he lives with his wife Lydia, Co-Founder of Filmmakers Academy. This award-winning professional filmmakers platform fast-tracks members' careers in the content and entertainment industry, helping them master their craft. Hurlbut is a member of the American Society of Cinematographers, the International Cinematographers Guild/Local 600, and The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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Biography from IMDb.
- February 18, 1964 (62)
- Ithaca, New York, USA
- Cinematographer
- 31 on MovieCove · 35 credits in all
Where can I watch Shane Hurlbut's films?
As of October 24, 2026, 23 of their 31 MovieCove titles stream on a subscription or free service, most on Netflix (7).
Subscription and free streaming for Shane Hurlbut's titles on MovieCove; rent and buy are not counted. Titles are listed by Midcredits score, highest first, at most 12 per service; a dashed chip is a producer credit or a minor one, such as a thanks. A service opens the browse page, which counts movies only, so its number can differ.
Filmography
35 credits, 31 with a MovieCove page.
Way of the Warrior Kid (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2026)
The Perfect Couple(2024)
Midcredits score: 28th percentile of all shows
Música(2024)
Midcredits score: 64th percentile of all films
Tall Girl 2(2022)
Midcredits score: 7th percentile of all films
Love Hard(2021)
Midcredits score: 54th percentile of all films
Resident Alien(2021)
Midcredits score: 86th percentile of all shows
Safety(2020)
Midcredits score: 75th percentile of all films
Holidate(2020)
Midcredits score: 50th percentile of all films
Rim of the World(2019)
Midcredits score: 29th percentile of all films
Midcredits score: 45th percentile of all films
The Babysitter(2017)
Midcredits score: 53rd percentile of all films
The Adventurers(2017)
Midcredits score: 27th percentile of all films
Into the Badlands(2015)
Midcredits score: 88th percentile of all shows
Fathers & Daughters(2015)
Midcredits score: 77th percentile of all films
Need for Speed(2014)
Midcredits score: 56th percentile of all films
Deadfall(2012)
Midcredits score: 44th percentile of all films
Act of Valor(2012)
Midcredits score: 58th percentile of all films
Cheech & Chong's Hey Watch This (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)
The Last 3 Minutes (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(2010)
Terminator Salvation(2009)
Midcredits score: 53rd percentile of all films
Swing Vote(2008)
Midcredits score: 37th percentile of all films
Semi-Pro(2008)
Midcredits score: 34th percentile of all films
We Are Marshall(2006)
Midcredits score: 80th percentile of all films
Waist Deep(2006)
Midcredits score: 39th percentile of all films
Something New(2006)
Midcredits score: 69th percentile of all films
Into the Blue(2005)
Midcredits score: 36th percentile of all films
Midcredits score: 91st percentile of all films
11:14(2003)
Midcredits score: 84th percentile of all films
Mr. 3000(2004)
Midcredits score: 25th percentile of all films
Drumline(2002)
Midcredits score: 50th percentile of all films
Crazy/Beautiful(2001)
Midcredits score: 60th percentile of all films
The Skulls(2000)
Midcredits score: 27th percentile of all films
The Robber (not in the MovieCove catalog yet)(1998)
The Rat Pack(1998)
Midcredits score: 65th percentile of all films
Phantasm II(1988)
Midcredits score: 57th percentile of all films