Max Kleven
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Max Kleven was a Norwegian stuntman and second‑unit director known for his work on films such as “Back to the Future,” “Batman Returns,” and “The River Wild.”
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Max Kleven was born in Norway, where he began as a ski jumper before transitioning to the film industry. His athletic background laid the foundation for a long career performing and coordinating stunts.
He worked as a stunt performer on early television series like “Naked City” and “Silent Movie,” and later contributed to major motion pictures including “Rollerball,” the “Back to the Future” trilogy, “Batman Returns,” “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves,” and “The River Wild.” Kleven also served as a second‑unit director on several of these projects, overseeing complex action sequences.
Renowned for his daring work and expertise in orchestrating high‑risk scenes, Kleven left a lasting impact on Hollywood’s stunt community. He died at the age of 92, with his death reported on June 4, 2026.
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