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Chris Appelhans

Chris Appelhans

Director & actor · born 28 April 1980 · Firth, Idaho, USA

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.

Where to start: KPop Demon Hunters (2025).

As director 3

As actor 2

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Chris Appelhans movie?

By viewer score, KPop Demon Hunters (2025) at 8.0/10.

What are Chris Appelhans’s most popular movies?

KPop Demon Hunters, Wish Dragon, Wish Dragon.

How many movies has Chris Appelhans made?

5 films on TMDB, 3 as director, 2 as actor.

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