Neal Israel

Neal Israel

80 · Born: Jul 27, 1945

Personal Details

BornJul 27, 1945 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Lillian Johann Kastenberg

    ( Nov 17, 1999 to Dec 13, 2025 )
  • Amy Heckerling

    ( Jul 22, 1984 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Lori Lieberman

    ( Jan 9, 1979 to Oct 3, 1980 )

Biography

Neal Israel, a renowned director and writer, embarked upon his life's journey on July 27, 1945, in the vibrant city of New York, New York, USA. This talented individual has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, leaving an indelible mark through his work on iconic films such as Real Genius, released in 1985, Bachelor Party, which premiered in 1984, and Look Who's Talking Too, a 1990 cinematic masterpiece.

Neal Israel's personal life is just as captivating as his professional achievements. On November 17, 1999, he tied the knot with his loving wife, Lillian Johann Kastenberg. Prior to this union, he was married to the accomplished writer and director, Amy Heckerling, and the talented singer-songwriter, Lori Lieberman.

Career

2015
The Wedding Ringer
The Wedding Ringer as Rabbi Steinsaltz
2001
Hounded
Hounded as Homeless Man
1993
Surf Ninjas
Surf Ninjas as Mr. Dunbar
1991
1990
1989
1985
Moving Violations
Moving Violations as Commuter #1
1984
Johnny Dangerously
Johnny Dangerously as Dr. Zillman
1979
Americathon
Americathon as Rabbi Protester
1976
Tunnel Vision
Tunnel Vision as Rabbi Rabinowitz / Hippie #2
2001
Hounded
Hounded as Director
The Poof Point
The Poof Point as Director
1997
Dad's Week Off
Dad's Week Off as Director, Screenplay
1996
Kidz in the Wood
Kidz in the Wood as Director, Writer
1993
Surf Ninjas
Surf Ninjas as Director
1992
1986
Combat High
Combat High as Director
1985
Moving Violations
Moving Violations as Director, Screenplay
1984
Bachelor Party
Bachelor Party as Director, Screenplay
1979
Americathon
Americathon as Director, Screenplay
1976
Tunnel Vision
Tunnel Vision as Director, Writer