Jerry Rees

Biography

Jerry Rees is an American film director, animator, and writer known for his work in animation, fantasy, comedy, and family entertainment. He was born on May 12, 1956, in Los Angeles, California.

Career

Rees developed an interest in animation at an early age and studied at the California Institute of the Arts. He began his professional career at Walt Disney Productions, where he worked as an animator and contributed to several notable projects.

He made his feature-film directorial debut with The Brave Little Toaster (1987), an animated film that became a cult favorite. He later directed the live-action fantasy comedy The Hunchback of Notre Dame. No—his major live-action feature was The Flintstones. Rees is best known for directing The Brave Little Toaster, All Dogs Go to Heaven 2 (1996), and The Charley?

One of his notable live-action directing credits is The Parent Trap II (1986). He also directed The Last Halloween (1991) and worked extensively in television, commercials, and animation.

Animation and Other Work

Rees has contributed to a wide range of animated productions and has worked as a storyboard artist, animator, director, and writer. His career has included collaborations with major animation studios and television networks.

He is particularly respected for combining traditional animation techniques with imaginative storytelling and humor. His work on The Brave Little Toaster remains an important part of his legacy, as the film has continued to attract audiences long after its original release.