
- Known for
- Writing
- Credits
- 15 films
- Born
- June 26, 1973 (age 53)
- Place of birth
- Durham, North Carolina, USA
Writing
J. David Stem
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.
Known for
Writing 13
- 2022Disenchanted · Story
- 2013The Smurfs 2 · Screenplay, Story
- 2011The Smurfs · Screenplay, Story
- 2007Daddy Day Camp · Screenplay
- 2007Are We Done Yet? · Writer
- 2006Zoom · Writer
- 2005Are We There Yet? · Screenplay
- 2004Shrek 2 · Screenplay
Crew 1
- 1996A Rugrats Chanukah · Script
Production 1
- 1996A Rugrats Chanukah · Co-Producer











