J. David Stem
Writing
Biography
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.
Notable Works
Prominent titles featuring J. David Stem
Shrek 2
2004
The Smurfs
2011
Filmography
Production & Directing (18)
2022
DisenchantedStory
6.6
2013
The Smurfs 2Screenplay
5.7
2013
The Smurfs 2Story
5.7
2011
The SmurfsScreenplay
5.8
2011
The SmurfsStory
5.8
2007
Daddy Day CampScreenplay
4.9
2007
Are We Done Yet?Writer
5.8
2006
ZoomWriter
5.3
2005
Are We There Yet?Screenplay
5.7
2004
Shrek 2Screenplay
7.3
2002
ClockstoppersWriter
5.3
2002
ClockstoppersStory
5.3
2001
Jimmy Neutron: Boy GeniusScreenplay
6.1
2000
6.7
1998
The Rugrats MovieWriter
6.3
1998
The Christmas Story KeepersStory Editor
4.5
1996
A Rugrats ChanukahScript
6.8
1996
A Rugrats ChanukahCo-Producer
6.8