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Jennifer Lee

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Jennifer Lee is an American screenwriter, director, and film executive who currently serves as the chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios. She gained prominence by writing and co-directing the 2013 animated feature "Frozen" alongside Chris Buck, a project that won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Lee also wrote the screenplay for "Wreck-It Ralph" and directed its "Frozen" sequel. In 2018, she assumed her executive role, overseeing the creative direction of the studio's upcoming animated productions.

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Who directed Frozen with Jennifer Lee?

Chris Buck co-directed Frozen with Lee, who also wrote the screenplay. The 2013 Disney film centers on sisters Anna and Elsa, voiced by Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel.

Did Jennifer Lee direct Frozen II as well?

Yes, Lee and Chris Buck returned as directors for Frozen II in 2019. The sequel follows Elsa toward the Enchanted Forest and explores the history of Arendelle and the Northuldra.

Is Jennifer Lee still Disney Animation's chief creative officer?

Lee became chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios in 2018. She stepped down from that executive position in 2024 to focus on filmmaking, with Jared Bush succeeding her.

What did Jennifer Lee write before Frozen?

Lee co-wrote the screenplay for Wreck-It Ralph, released by Disney in 2012. That work preceded her move into directing and screenwriting on the Frozen films.