
Actor
Timothy Treadwell
1957 – 2003
Full page on IMDbWho they are
- Born
- 29 April 1957, Long Island, New York, USA
- Died
- 6 October 2003
- Known for
- Grizzly Man
, Grizzly Diaries, Grizzly Diaries
Timothy Treadwell was an American bear enthusiast, environmentalist and amateur filmmaker who founded the group Grizzly People. He filmed himself living among grizzlies in Alaska and was killed by a bear in 2003. His footage became the basis of Werner Herzog's documentary Grizzly Man.
Where to start
Grizzly Man (2005)Full guide
Werner Herzog's documentary built on Treadwell's own footage; it is the main reason his story is widely known.
Grizzly Diaries (2003)Log in to add it to the library
Credited title from the year of his death, listing him as an on-screen participant.
Grizzly Diaries (2003)Log in to add it to the library
Same title, where he is also credited as director, reflecting his self-shot wildlife filmmaking.
Their films in the library
Awards
No major awards are documented here.
The full list · 2
- 2003Grizzly DiariesLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self · Director
- 2005Grizzly ManLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self (archive footage)
Filmography data from TMDB. The profile text is a draft written for Cinespective.

