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Simon de Waal(I)

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Simon de Waal, a multifaceted talent hailing from the bustling city of Amsterdam, Netherlands,is a writer, director, and producer. Among his standout productions are "Leak" (2000), "Boks" (2006), and "Sleepers" (2022), each showcasing his knack for storytelling and creative vision.

Notably, de Waal both wrote and directed the gripping film "Cop vs Killer," adapted from his own eponymous book. This project exemplifies his ability to seamlessly translate his literary works into compelling visual narratives.

In a groundbreaking collaboration with Netflix, de Waal scripted "The Golden Hour" (2022), a riveting series directed by the talented Bobby Boermans. The show skyrocketed to global acclaim, securing its place as a top 10 hit on the streaming platform. Recognized for its excellence, "The Golden Hour" won a Rockie Award for Best Worldwide TV-Series.

Beyond his contributions to the entertainment industry, de Waal leads a dual life as both a creative force and a seasoned homicide detective in the heart of Amsterdam. With over three decades of experience in law enforcement, his firsthand knowledge infuses his scripts and books with unparalleled authenticity, setting them apart in the realm of crime-centric storytelling.
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    Known for

    Lek (2000)
    Lek
    7.0
    • Writer
    • 2000
    The Fear of God
    The Fear of God
    • Writer
      Thomas Acda in Bureau Raampoort (2014)
      Bureau Raampoort
      7.8
      TV Mini Series
      • Writer(creator)
      Sleepers (2022)
      Sleepers
      7.7
      TV Series
      • Writer(creator)

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      Writer



      • L'heure d'or
        • writer
        • Released
        • TV Series
        • 2025
      • Alpha 00
        • Writer
        • Pre-production
        • TV Series
      • The Fear of God
        • Writer
        • Pre-production



      • Admir Sehovic in iHostage (2025)
        iHostage
        5.7
        • created by
        • screenwriter (creator)
        • 2025
      • Lies Visschedijk and Romana Vrede in Nemesis (2024)
        Nemesis
        7.2
        TV Series
        • based on the book by
        • 2024
      • Sleepers (2022)
        Sleepers
        7.7
        TV Series
        • created by
        • 2022–2023
      • L'heure d'or (2022)
        L'heure d'or
        7.2
        TV Series
        • created by (creator)
        • 2022
      • Eric Corton, Loes Haverkort, and Sinan Eroglu in De Vlucht (2017)
        De Vlucht
        TV Mini Series
        • writer
        • 2017
      • Thomas Acda in Bureau Raampoort (2014)
        Bureau Raampoort
        7.8
        TV Mini Series
        • created by
        • writer
        • novels ...
        • 2014–2015
      • Noord Zuid (2015)
        Noord Zuid
        7.4
        TV Series
        • Writer
        • 2015
      • Jeroen van Koningsbrugge and Dennis van de Ven in Smeris (2014)
        Smeris
        7.5
        TV Series
        • collaborating writer
        • 2014
      • Moordvrouw (2012)
        Moordvrouw
        6.5
        TV Series
        • scenario
        • 2013–2014
      • Marcel Hensema and Jeroen Willems in Cop vs. Killer (2012)
        Cop vs. Killer
        6.7
        TV Movie
        • novel
        • screenplay
        • 2012
      • Iliass Ojja, Mamoun Elyounoussi, and Sallie Harmsen in Pizza Maffia (2011)
        Pizza Maffia
        5.0
        • screenplay
        • 2011
      • Kapitein Rob en het geheim van professor Lupardi (2007)
        Kapitein Rob en het geheim van professor Lupardi
        5.5
        • Writer
        • 2007
      • Maarten Spanjer in Boks (2006)
        Boks
        5.7
        TV Series
        • creator
        • writer
        • novel
        • 2006
      • The Commander: Blacklight (2006)
        The Commander: Blacklight
        7.3
        TV Movie
        • storyline
        • 2006
      • Victor Reinier and Piet Römer in Baantjer (1995)
        Baantjer
        7.1
        TV Series
        • writer
        • idea
        • 1995–2005

      Producer



      • The Fear of God
        • producer
        • Pre-production



      • Thomas Acda in Bureau Raampoort (2014)
        Bureau Raampoort
        7.8
        TV Mini Series
        • executive producer
        • co-producer
        • 2014–2015
      • Kapitein Rob en het geheim van professor Lupardi (2007)
        Kapitein Rob en het geheim van professor Lupardi
        5.5
        • co-producer
        • 2007
      • Maarten Spanjer in Boks (2006)
        Boks
        5.7
        TV Series
        • creative producer
        • 2006

      Additional Crew



      • Vreemder as Fiksie (2024)
        Vreemder as Fiksie
        TV Series
        • technical assistant
        • 2024
      • Jeroen van Koningsbrugge and Dennis van de Ven in Smeris (2014)
        Smeris
        7.5
        TV Series
        • story editor
        • 2014
      • Colin Buchanan and Warren Clarke in Inspecteurs associés (1996)
        Inspecteurs associés
        7.4
        TV Series
        • police advisor
        • 2006

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      • Alternative name
        • De Waal
      • Born
        • 1961
        • Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

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