Canadian film Director known for his black humor, he has established himself as a go-to-guy for big budget action films with hits like Journey 2: The Mysterious Island and San Andreas.
His short film, Evelyn:The Cutest Evil Dead Girl, caught the attention of the entertainment industry when it appeared at the 2002 Toronto International Film Festival.
He directed the horror film Incarnate, staring The Dark Knight's
He was born in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
The 2015 disaster film San Andreas marked the second time Peyton had tag teamed with actor Dwayne Johnson.
