[1] In addition to receiving generally positive reviews, the film was a major commercial success, earning more than $200 million worldwide, and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.

His next project The Girl on the Train, an adaptation of the book by Paula Hawkins, was released to mixed reviews from critics, but was a box office success.

Taylor replaced original director Matthew Newton, who stepped down after controversy over allegations of domestic violence and assault.

[3] In May 2019, Taylor released psychological horror film Ma, starring frequent collaborator Octavia Spencer.

[4] Taylor's most recent film is Breaking News in Yuba County, starring frequent collaborator Allison Janney, was released on February 12, 2021.