Dan Scanlon

Dan Scanlon
Scanlon at the 2013 Annecy International Animated Film Festival
Born (1976-06-21) June 21, 1976 (age 48)[1][2]
Clawson, Michigan, U.S.[3]
Alma materColumbus College of Art and Design
Occupations
  • Film director
  • screenwriter
  • storyboard artist
  • animator
Years active1998–present
EmployerPixar Animation Studios (2001–2024)
SpouseMichele Scanlon

Daniel Scanlon (born June 21, 1976) is an American filmmaker, storyboard artist, and animator. He is best known for directing the Pixar animated films Monsters University (2013) and Onward (2020), with the latter nominating him for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.[4]

  1. ^ Scanlon, Dan (February 25, 2012). "I've had one childhood dream since my birth in 1976, & it's to be followed by anyone & everyone responsible for "The Office."". Twitter. Retrieved July 7, 2012.
  2. ^ Scanlon, Dan (June 21, 2012). "Thanks automated emailing system at Jackson Square Dentistry for being the first to wish me a Happy Birthday. I love you". Twitter. Retrieved July 7, 2012.
  3. ^ Cite error: The named reference Canoe was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  4. ^ Variety Staff (July 14, 2017). "D23: Disney-Pixar Announces Untitled 'Suburban Fantasy' Movie". Variety. Retrieved July 14, 2017.