An American filmmaker and producer, he gained prominence in the 1980s as a screenwriter for films like "Gremlins" and "The Goonies." He made his directorial debut with "Adventures in Babysitting" and achieved major success with "Home Alone." Known for his family-friendly films, he directed the first two "Harry Potter" movies, helping establish the series' cinematic tone. His work often features themes of family, adventure, and fantasy, making him a significant figure in contemporary family cinema.
HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER'S STONE
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone follows the journey of a young boy who discovers he is a wizard and attends a magical school. He learns about...
RENT
Rent is a musical drama film that follows the lives of several bohemian artists living in New York City. The story revolves around their struggles...
HOME ALONE
Home Alone is a beloved Christmas comedy film that follows the story of Kevin McCallister, an eight-year-old boy mistakenly left behind when his...
ADVENTURES IN BABYSITTING
Adventures in Babysitting is a 1987 comedy film about a babysitter who gets caught up in a series of misadventures while trying to retrieve a friend...
PIXELS
Pixels (2015) is a sci‑fi action‑comedy directed by Chris Columbus. When aliens misinterpret video‑game footage as a threat, they attack Earth with...
MRS. DOUBTFIRE
Mrs. Doubtfire is a heartwarming comedy-drama that follows the story of Daniel Hillard, a recently divorced actor who disguises himself as a female...
STEPMOM
Stepmom follows Isabel Kelly, a dynamic photographer who must become a stepmother to the children of her boyfriend after a life-changing crisis. As...