Tim Hill
Biography
Tim Hill is an American film director and television writer born on May 31, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Also known as Timothy Joseph Hill, he is the nephew of director George Roy Hill. He began his career in 1993 as a writer and storyboard artist for Rocko's Modern Life and created the Kablam! skit Action League Now!. He has also been active as an episode writer for SpongeBob SquarePants since 1999. As a director, Hill's work includes the live-action family films Muppets from Space, Max Keeble's Big Move, Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties, Alvin and the Chipmunks, Hop, and Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends: The Movie.
Career overview
Tim Hill is an American film director and television writer born on May 31, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Also known as Timothy Joseph Hill, he is the nephew of director George Roy Hill. His career in the entertainment industry began in 1993, working as a writer and storyboard artist for Rocko's Modern Life. During this time, he also created the Kablam! skit Action League Now! and later became active as an episode writer for SpongeBob SquarePants starting in 1999.
In addition to his work in television animation, Hill has established a notable career directing live-action family films. His feature film directing credits include Muppets from Space, Max Keeble's Big Move, Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties, Alvin and the Chipmunks, Hop, and Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends: The Movie. Throughout his career, he has accumulated twenty-one known credits in the industry, contributing to both beloved animated television series and widely recognized family feature films.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
28 titles- SpongeBob and Patrick's Timeline Twist-Up (2025) Original Story
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020) Director
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020) Screenplay
- The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020) Story
- The War with Grandpa (2020) Director
- Michael Jackson's Halloween (2017) Writer
- Grumpy Cat's Worst Christmas Ever (2014) Writer
- Grumpy Cat's Worst Christmas Ever (2014) Director
- Hop (2011) Director
- Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007) Director
- Spongebob Squarepants: Friend or Foe? (2007) Writer
- Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties (2006) Director
- The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004) Screenplay
- The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004) Storyboard
- The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (2004) Story Editor
- SpongeBob SquarePants: The Seascape Capers (2004) Writer
- Kenny the Shark (2003) Writer
- Action League Now! (2003) Creator
- SpongeBob SquarePants - Nautical Nonsense and Sponge Buddies (2002) Writer
- Max Keeble's Big Move (2001) Director
- SpongeBob SquarePants (1999) Writer
- Muppets from Space (1999) Director
- Rock-A-Big Baby (1997) Writer
- Rock-A-Big Baby (1997) Director
- Rock-A-Big Baby (1997) Producer
- Exit 57 (1995) Director
- Rocko's Modern Life (1993) Writer
- Alex to the Max: The Making of Max Keeble's Big Move as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tim Hill best known for?
Tim Hill is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020), The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020), The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run (2020), The War with Grandpa (2020).
When and where was Tim Hill born?
Tim Hill was born on May 31, 1958 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, US.
How many credits does Tim Hill have?
Tim Hill has accumulated over 28 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2025.
What is Tim Hill's background in cinema and television?
Tim Hill is an American film director and television writer born on May 31, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Also known as Timothy Joseph Hill, he is the nephew of director George Roy Hill. He began his career in 1993 as a writer and storyboard artist for Rocko's Modern Life and created the Kablam! skit Action League N...