Abby Kohn

Career overview

Abby Kohn is an American screenwriter and director recognized for her work on several romantic comedy films. Her writing credits include Never Been Kissed, He's Just Not That Into You, Valentine's Day, and How to Be Single. In addition to these comedies, she co-wrote the romantic drama film The Vow. Her television work includes co-creating the short-lived series Opposite Sex, which aired in 2000.

In 2018, Kohn expanded her career into directing with the comedy I Feel Pretty, which she also co-wrote. The film starred Amy Schumer and Michelle Williams. Kohn frequently collaborates with Marc Silverstein, whom she met while attending the MFA program at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. According to data from Box Office Mojo, the films written by Kohn and Silverstein have earned over 900 million dollars in total box office revenue. In May 2019, New Line Cinema acquired a film project involving the pair.