Chris Miller

Chris Miller

57 · Born: Jan 20, 1968

Personal Details

BornJan 20, 1968 Washington D.C. USA

Biography

Chris Miller is a renowned American film director, storyboard artist, and voice actor, widely recognized for his impressive work with the esteemed DreamWorks Animation.

Miller's career in the film industry began with a stint working alongside the legendary Ralph Bakshi on the 1992 film Cool World, a collaboration that undoubtedly honed his skills and prepared him for the opportunities that lay ahead.

As his career progressed, Miller joined the DreamWorks team, initially taking on the role of storyboard artist for the films Antz (1998) and Shrek (2001). His exceptional talent and dedication earned him a promotion to head of story on Shrek 2 (2004),a position that ultimately paved the way for him to assume the director's chair on two subsequent installments in the beloved Shrek franchise, namely Shrek the Third (2007) and Puss in Boots (2011).

In addition to his work on the Shrek franchise, Miller is also well-known for his portrayal of Kowalski in the Madagascar film series, with the exception of The Penguins of Madagascar (2008),where his voice was replaced by Jeff Bennett. Furthermore, Miller has lent his voice to numerous characters in other DreamWorks productions, solidifying his status as a talented and versatile voice actor.

Career

2025
Smurfs
Smurfs as Grouchy Smurf / Camouflage Smurf (voice)
2017
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie as Nobel Audience Member (voice)
The Boss Baby
The Boss Baby as Captain Ross (voice)
2014
Penguins of Madagascar
Penguins of Madagascar as Kowalski (voice)
2013
Madly Madagascar
Madly Madagascar as Kowalski (voice)
Turbo
Turbo as Tour Bus Driver (voice)
2012
Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos
Puss in Boots: The Three Diablos as Food Prisoner (voice)
2011
Puss in Boots
Puss in Boots as Little Boy Blue / Friar Miller / Prison Guard / Manuel / Rafael (voice)
2010
Shrek Forever After
Shrek Forever After as Royal Messenger / Magic Mirror / Geppetto (voice)
2009
Merry Madagascar
Merry Madagascar as Kowalski (voice)
Monsters vs. Aliens
Monsters vs. Aliens as Advisor Cole / Army Commander Jones (voice)
2008
2007
Shrek the Third
Shrek the Third as Puppet Master / Announcer / Mascot / Singing Villain (voice)
2005
Madagascar
Madagascar as Kowalski (voice)
2004
Far Far Away Idol
Far Far Away Idol as Magic Mirror (voice)
Shrek 2
Shrek 2 as Humphries / Magic Mirror (voice)
2003
2001
Shrek
Shrek as Geppetto / Magic Mirror (voice)
Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party
Shrek in the Swamp Karaoke Dance Party as Magic Mirror (singing voice)
1989
The Cellar
The Cellar as Willy Cashen
2025
Smurfs
Smurfs as Director
2011
Puss in Boots
Puss in Boots as Director
2007
Shrek the Third
Shrek the Third as Director, Screenplay