
Writing
J. David Stem
EN cinema · 14 credits
Born
26 June 1973 (age 53)
Birthplace
Durham, North Carolina, USA
Joseph David Stem (born June 26, 1973) is an acclaimed American screenwriter and producer best known for co-writing family blockbusters like Shrek 2, The Rugrats Movie, and The Smurfs alongside writing partner David N. Weiss. Born in Durham, North Carolina, he has spent over 25 years in the industry, specializing in storytelling, creative leadership, and franchise building for major studios.
Known for
Filmography

The Smurfs 2
Screenplay, Story

The Smurfs
Screenplay, Story

Daddy Day Camp
Screenplay

Zoom
Writer

Are We There Yet?
Screenplay

Shrek 2
Screenplay

Clockstoppers
Writer, Story

Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
Screenplay

The Christmas Story Keepers
Story Editor

A Rugrats Chanukah
Script, Co-Producer





