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Chris Appelhans

American filmmaker and illustrator · United States · On the map · Directors · Born c. 1980

Christopher Appelhans is an American filmmaker, illustrator, and designer. He is best known as the writer and director of Wish Dragon (2021) and KPop Demon Hunters (2025), which he co-directed and wrote with Maggie Kang. The latter earned them two Annie Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award.

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Awards

Academy Awards2026
Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
Golden Globe Awards

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Directors
Type
Movie Director
Status
Living
Dates
Born c. 1980