Who Is Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely? Age, Biography, and Wiki
- Christopher Markus was born on October 16, 1969, in Buffalo, New York, U.S., making him 55 years old in 2025.
- Stephen McFeely was born on February 24, 1970, in Walnut Creek, California, U.S., bringing him to the age of 55 in 2025 as well.
Both screenwriters achieved recognition for their work on popular films within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), including Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Avengers: Infinity War, and Avengers: Endgame.
| Occupation | Screenwriter |
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| Date of Birth | Markus: October 16, 1969 Buffalo, New York, U.S. McFeely: February 24, 1970 Walnut Creek, California, U.S. |
| Age | 55 Years |
| Birth Place | N/A |
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Popularity
Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
While precise weight data and measurements can fluctuate, the estimated physical attributes for Markus and McFeely are as follows:
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Christopher Markus:
- Height: 6 feet (183 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 180 lbs (81.6 kg)
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Stephen McFeely:
- Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 160 lbs (72.6 kg)
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, both Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely have tended to maintain a relatively private personal life. As of this writing:
- Christopher Markus is married; however, specific details about his spouse remain undisclosed.
- Stephen McFeely has likewise not publicized any information regarding a girlfriend or romantic partner, focusing instead on his professional endeavors.
He is the son of Budapest, Hungary-born physician Dr. Gabor Markus and registered nurse Rosemary Golebiewski Markus. He has two siblings, sisters Jennifer and Elizabeth. Markus earned a B.A. in creative writing from Rutgers University in 1991. His father is Jewish while his mother is Catholic. As of, Markus is married to Claire Saunders.
Net Worth and Salary
The significant success of Markus and McFeely in the realm of blockbuster films has led to remarkable financial gains:
- As of 2025, Christopher Markus' estimated net worth is around $20 million.
- Stephen McFeely has a comparable net worth, also estimated at about $20 million.
Career, Business, and Investments
Since they commenced their collaboration in the early 2000s, Markus and McFeely have produced numerous successful film scripts. Their career highlights include:
- The Chronicles of Narnia series
- The entire Captain America trilogy
- The Avengers saga
Markus and McFeely met on the graduate program for creative writing at the University of California, Davis in 1994 and they were inspired to become novelists. "We couldn't see how we could make [book] writing our full-time day job," McFeely said in 2011, and they turned to screenwriting instead.
After earning their master's degrees in 1996, they moved to Los Angeles to pursue that career, working at such jobs as receptionist at movie production companies. After acquiring an agent, they became professional screenwriters in 1998 with an eventually unproduced script about a real-life Los Angeles murder.
Interest generated from the purchased script led HBO Films to commission them to write a biographical drama about actor Peter Sellers. For The Life and Death of Peter Sellers in 2004, they won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Dramatic Special.
Subsequent work on The Chronicles of Narnia film franchise set them up for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Social Network
Markus and McFeely are less active on social media compared to many celebrities, choosing instead to let their work speak for itself. They do, however, maintain a professional presence in the film community, sharing insights and updates where appropriate.
- Twitter: They occasionally share industry thoughts and engage in conversations related to their films.
- Instagram: Less frequently used, yet they make announcements about projects here.
Education
Both screenwriters have a strong academic foundation that laid the groundwork for their success:
- Christopher Markus attended Loyola Marymount University, where he honed his screenwriting skills.
- Stephen McFeely graduated from UC Berkeley, majoring in English literature.
