Chris Miller
Awards & Honours
16
Awards Won
1
Honours
9
Records
Chris Miller's achievements in film and animation reflect a career marked by creative flair and lasting influence. He has earned multiple Annie Awards, showcasing his talent in writing and producing animated hits like the Spider-Verse series, which broke new ground with innovative storytelling and visual effects. His work on blockbusters such as *The Lego Movie* and *21 Jump Street* has brought in over $5 billion at the global box office, underscoring his role in shaping modern comedy and family entertainment. Miller's 42 credits span directing, voice acting, and production, including voice roles in billion-dollar franchises like *Shrek* and *Madagascar*. This partnership with Phil Lord has led to historic firsts, like their first Oscar win as producers, and continues to push boundaries in animation. Fans admire how his projects, from Emmy-winning TV shorts to high-grossing films, blend humor with heart, making him a standout figure in entertainment.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Doctor of Arts
Honorary degree for contributions to film and animation
Records & Feats
First Academy Award Win as Producer
Co-produced *Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse*, marking the first Oscar win for the duo in Best Animated Feature
First Academy Award Nomination for Directing
Directed *Puss in Boots*, earning the first Oscar nod for blending comedy and adventure
42 Credits in Animation and Film
Amassed 42 credits in directing, voicing, and production roles across various projects
Emmy Win for Short Form Series
Producer credit on the Emmy-winning *The Tonight Show: During Commercial Break*
Directorial Milestone on Franchise
Directed *Shrek the Third*, part of a billion-dollar franchise with global success
Voice Acting in Billion-Dollar Franchises
Voiced characters in *Shrek* and *Madagascar* series, contributing to films grossing over $2.9 billion worldwide
Partnership Origin Leading to Success
Met Phil Lord at Dartmouth, starting a collaboration that yielded multiple awards and over $5 billion in box office
Producer on Successful Spider-Verse Films
Co-produced *Into the Spider-Verse* ($384 million worldwide) and *Across the Spider-Verse* ($690 million+ worldwide), with associated awards
Upcoming Role in Franchise
Directing and voicing in *Smurfs* for Paramount Animation