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.
Writing · 15
Disenchanted
2022
The Smurfs 2
2013
The Smurfs
2011
Daddy Day Camp
2007
Are We Done Yet?
2007
Zoom
2006
Shrek 2
2004
Clockstoppers
2002
Mission Hill
1999
Rugrats
1991
Crew · 1
Production · 1