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Chris Appelhans

Chris Appelhans

Directing1980Idaho, USA

Biography

Chris Appelhans (born April 28, 1980) is an American illustrator, production designer, and director known for writing/directing Sony Pictures Animation's Wish Dragon (2021) and co-directing KPop Demon Hunters (2025). He started as a concept artist for films like Monster House, The Princess and the Frog, and Coraline, earning an Annie Award nomination for Coraline, and has illustrated children's books like A Greyhound, a Groundhog. He studied at Art Center College of Design and resides in Los Angeles with his wife, author Maurene Goo. Their son was born in 2020.

Acting History

2021
Wish Dragon
as Hot Towel Waiter / Nomani Retailer (voice)
Wish Dragon
Director
2012
Rise of the Guardians
Art Department Manager
Rise of the Guardians
Additional Writing
Rise of the Guardians
Character Designer
2011
Puss in Boots
Visual Development
2009
The Princess and the Frog
Visual Development
Coraline
Art Department Manager
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Art Department Manager
2008
City of Ember
Conceptual Design
2006
Monster House
Conceptual Design

Social Media

Personal Info

Known For
Directing
Gender
Male
Birthday
4/28/1980(45 years old)
Place of Birth
Idaho, USA