Don Mancini
Biography
Don Mancini is an American writer, producer, and director who was born on January 25, 1963, in the United States. He is recognized for being the creator of the Child's Play and Chucky franchise. Throughout his career in the film and television industry, Mancini has accumulated 29 known credits on The Movie Database, primarily focusing on writing. His professional work is associated with various titles including Hannibal, Tales from the Crypt, and Chucky. His filmography spans multiple movies and television shows, establishing his career in the entertainment industry as a writer, producer, and director.
Career overview
Don Mancini is an American writer, producer, and director. Born on January 25, 1963, in the United States, he is recognized for his work in film and television. His professional portfolio includes twenty-nine known credits, with a primary focus on writing.
Mancini is widely known for being the creator of the Child’s Play and Chucky franchise. In addition to his association with the Chucky series, his career has been associated with other notable titles such as Hannibal and Tales from the Crypt. His contributions span across movies and television shows, establishing his presence in the entertainment industry as a writer, producer, and director.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
56 titles- Pinocchio: Unstrung (2026) Thanks
- Minister Chucky (2025) Thanks
- Doc of Chucky (2024) as Self
- In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994 (2024) as Self
- The Boulet Brothers' Dragula: Titans (2022) as Self - Guest Judge
- Living with Chucky (2022) as Self
- Chucky (2021) Executive Producer
- Chucky (2021) Writer
- Chucky (2021) Director
- Chucky (2021) Creator
- The Legacy of Chucky (2021) as Self
- In Search of Darkness: Part II (2020) as Self
- Child's Play (2019) Characters
- In Search of Darkness (2019) as Self
- Eli Roth's History of Horror (2018) as Self
- Cult of Chucky (2017) Characters
- Cult of Chucky (2017) Executive Producer
- Cult of Chucky (2017) Writer
- Cult of Chucky (2017) Director
- Cult of Chucky (2017) Creator
- The Dollhouse (2017) as Self
- Channel Zero (2016) Writer
- The Boulet Brothers' Dragula (2016) as Self - Guest Judge
- Hannibal (2013) Writer
- Curse of Chucky (2013) Director
- Curse of Chucky (2013) Writer
- Curse of Chucky (2013) Characters
- Curse of Chucky (2013) Producer
- Curse of Chucky (2013) Creator
- Halloween Wars (2011) as Self - Judge
- Chucky's Family Vacation (2005) Director
- Chucky's Family Vacation (2005) Writer
- Chucky's Family Vacation (2005) Characters
- Seed of Chucky (2004) Director
- Seed of Chucky (2004) Screenplay
- Seed of Chucky (2004) Characters
- Seed of Chucky (2004) Creator
- Bride of Chucky (1998) Screenplay
- Bride of Chucky (1998) Executive Producer
- Bride of Chucky (1998) Characters
- Bride of Chucky (1998) Creator
- Child's Play 3 (1991) Screenplay
- Child's Play 3 (1991) Characters
- Child's Play 3 (1991) Creator
- Child's Play 2 (1990) as Play Pals Corporation Employee (uncredited)
- Child's Play 2 (1990) Screenplay
- Child's Play 2 (1990) Characters
- Child's Play 2 (1990) Creator
- Tales from the Crypt (1989) Screenplay
- Child's Play (1988) Screenplay
- Child's Play (1988) Story
- Child's Play (1988) Creator
- Cellar Dweller (1988) Writer
- Untitled Chucky Film Writer
- Untitled Chucky Film Characters
- Untitled Chucky Film Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Don Mancini best known for?
Don Mancini is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Pinocchio: Unstrung (2026), Chucky (2021), Chucky (2021), Chucky (2021).
When and where was Don Mancini born?
Don Mancini was born on January 25, 1963 in Estados Unidos.
How many credits does Don Mancini have?
Don Mancini has accumulated over 56 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1988 to 2026.
What is Don Mancini's background in cinema and television?
Don Mancini is an American writer, producer, and director who was born on January 25, 1963, in the United States. He is recognized for being the creator of the Child's Play and Chucky franchise. Throughout his career in the film and television industry, Mancini has accumulated 29 known credits on The Movie Database, pr...