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Mark Cendrowski
Born (1959-08-05) August 5, 1959 (age 66)
Alma mater University of Michigan
Occupation Film and Television director producer and screenwriter
Years active 1989–present
Known for Director of The Big Bang Theory episodes

Mark Cendrowski, born on August 5, 1959, is an American director for movies and television. He is most famous for directing many episodes of the popular TV show The Big Bang Theory.

Who is Mark Cendrowski?

Mark Cendrowski went to the University of Michigan and graduated in 1981. Before that, he attended Notre Dame High School in Harper Woods, Michigan.

A TV director like Mark Cendrowski is in charge of how a show looks and feels. They guide the actors and the camera crew to make sure every scene is just right. They help bring the story to life on screen.

His Amazing TV Work

Mark Cendrowski has directed episodes for many different TV series. He was the main director for The Big Bang Theory, which means he directed almost every episode of that show.

He also worked on other well-known shows, including:

You might also know some of the shows he directed for younger audiences, like:

He has directed episodes for many other shows too, such as The King of Queens, The Neighborhood, and Night Court.

Emmy Award Nominations

Mark Cendrowski has been recognized for his directing work. He received his first Emmy nomination for Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series. This was for "The Bow Tie Asymmetry," the final episode of the eleventh season of The Big Bang Theory. That episode even featured a special guest star, Mark Hamill!

He received another Emmy nomination for the very last episode of The Big Bang Theory, called "The Stockholm Syndrome". Emmy Awards are very important awards given to people who make great television shows.

How He Started in TV

Before becoming a director, Mark Cendrowski started his career in television as an assistant director. He also worked as a stage manager. These roles helped him learn all about how TV shows are made, from behind the scenes.

Shows Directed by Mark Cendrowski

Here are some of the TV shows Mark Cendrowski has directed:

Year Title Network
2024-2025 Georgie and Mandy's First Marriage CBS
2023 Night Court NBC
2021-2022 United States of Al CBS
2021 Call Me Kat Fox
2020 United We Fall ABC
2018–2024 The Neighborhood CBS
2007–2019 The Big Bang Theory CBS
2017–2019 Young Sheldon CBS
2016–2019 Fuller House Netflix
2015–2017 Dr. Ken ABC
2015–2017 The Odd Couple CBS
2011 A.N.T. Farm Disney
2007–2009 Wizards of Waverly Place Disney
2007 Hannah Montana Disney
2004–2006 Still Standing CBS
2002–2005 According to Jim ABC
2000–2005 Yes, Dear CBS
1999–2005 The King of Queens CBS
1998–2003 Sabrina, the Teenage Witch ABC/The WB

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