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John H. Williams

American film director · United States · On the map · Directors · Born 1953 · age 73

John Hayward Williams is an American film producer known for his work both in live-action and in animation. He is mainly known for the mainline Shrek film franchise. He is the founder and owner of his own company, Vanguard Films which produces live-action and animated products.

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2025The TwitsFilm, Producer2023Rally Road RacersFilm, Producer2018CharmingFilm, Producer2017Gnome AloneFilm, Producer2015A.C.O.R.N.S.: Operation CrackdownFilm, Producer2010Shrek Forever AfterFilm, Producer2008Space ChimpsFilm, Producer2007Happily N'Ever AfterFilm, Producer2005ValiantFilm, Producer2002Hello, He Lied & Other Truths from the Hollywood TrenchesFilm2001ShrekFilm, Producer1997Seven Years in TibetFilm, Producer1986Rocket to the MoonFilm, Producer1984True WestFilm, Producer1982American PlayhouseSeries, Producer1953Born17 June 1953

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  • Shrek 2001
  • Shrek 2 2004
  • Seven Years in Tibet 1997
  • Rally Road Racers 2023
  • Shrek Forever After 2010

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Television 1

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Directors
Type
Movie Director
Status
Living
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Born 1953 · age 73

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