The US director Jordan Peele (5 letters) is an American filmmaker, comedian, and actor. He is best known for his horror films such as Get Out and US, which have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards. He is the first African-American to win an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Peele has also written and produced several television series, including Key & Peele and The Last O.G. He is currently working on a new horror film, Candyman.