Known for Writing
Michael Patrick Dougherty (born October 28, 1974) is an American writer, director, animator, and producer known for his work in a variety of genre films, both big and small. Beginning his career as an animator and illustrator, Dougherty’s animated work was featured on MTV, Nickelodeon, and a line of "twisted" greeting cards published by NobleWorks. He then co-wrote the blockbuster films X2 and Superman Returns before making his directorial debut with the horror comedy Trick ‘r Treat (2009). Dougherty then directed and co-wrote the holiday horror comedy Krampus (2015). Dougherty co-wrote and directed the blockbuster Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019) and co-wrote the story for its sequel, Godzilla vs. Kong (2021). Collectively, Dougherty's work has grossed over two billion dollars at the box office. Description above from the Wikipedia article Michael Dougherty, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Born
October 28, 1974 (age 51)
Birthplace
Columbus, Ohio, USA
Filmography
63 films, 4 shows


Godzilla: King of the Monsters
2019 · 2h 12m
country: China
Follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species, thought to be mere myths, rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance.


Krampus
2015 · 1h 38m
country: United States
When his dysfunctional family clashes over the holidays, young Max is disillusioned and turns his back on Christmas. Little does he know, this lack of festive spirit has unleashed the wrath of Krampus: a demonic force of ancient evil intent on punishing non-believers.


Trick 'r Treat: Snowmen
2012 · 1m
country: Unknown
Two friends show us what ingredients are needed to build the perfect snowman.


Trick 'r Treat: Making Friends
2011 · 2m
country: Unknown
Everyone should have a friend to go trick or treating with. Even if you have to make one yourself.


Trick 'r Treat: Easter Candy
2011 · 1m
country: United States
Something wrong with this Easter holiday...


Trick 'r Treat
2007 · 1h 22m
country: United States
Four interwoven stories that occur on Halloween: an everyday high school principal has a secret life as a serial killer; a college virgin might have just met the one guy for her; a group of teenagers pull a mean prank, and a bitter old recluse receives an uninvited guest.


Deadtime Stories
2003 · 8m
country: United States
A mentally disturbed girl becomes suspicious about the activities of her new neighbor.


Season's Greetings
1996 · 4m
country: United States
This animated twist on Halloween memories involves the traumatic theft of a candy bag on Halloween night.


Crayons
1995 · 3m
country: United States
The first animated short by Michael Dougherty, about a young kid trying to survive in a Catholic school.


Attack of the Monsters
1994 · 3m
country: United States
Godzilla spoof student film directed by Michael Dougherty.