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Chris Butler

Chris Butler

Writing1974Liverpool, Merseyside, England, UK

Biography

Chris Butler (born 12 February 1974) is an English animator, writer and director known for his works at Laika, such as ParaNorman and Missing Link, which were both nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

He studied animation at the University for the Creative Arts in South England and is an alumnus of Hugh Baird College in Merseyside.

On 1 May 2024, it was confirmed that Butler would write the screenplay for the upcoming live-action Masters of the Universe film, which is due for release on 5 June 2026.

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Acting History

2026
2019
2014
The Boxtrolls
Presenter
2012
ParaNorman
Director
ParaNorman
Screenplay
2009
Coraline
Storyboard
2005
Corpse Bride
Storyboard Artist
Tarzan II
Storyboard
2000
The Tigger Movie
Character Designer

Social Media

Personal Info

Known For
Writing
Gender
Male
Birthday
1/1/1974(52 years old)
Place of Birth
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, UK