Michael Dougherty

Michael Dougherty

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.

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Michael Dougherty Movies

Discover the best movies directed by Michael Dougherty. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Michael Dougherty films ranked by score.

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Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019)

Action Science Fiction
Monarch, the secretive agency dedicated to tracking colossal creatures, finds itself overwhelmed when ancient titans begin awakening across the globe. Godzilla, Mothra, Rodan, and the ferocious three-headed King Ghidorah all...
Score 6.7

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