Paul Dini

Paul Dini

1957-08-07 New York City, New York, USA 66 Credits

Biography

Paul Dini was born on August 7, 1957 in New York City, New York, USA. He is known for his work on Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker (2000), Superman (1996) and Batman Beyond (1999). He has been married to Misty Lee since October 30, 2005. A writer for animation (Batman, Superman, Hulk & The Agents of SMASH, Ultimate Spider-Man, Duck Dodgers, Justice League, Tom & Jerry, Star Wars to name a few), live drama TV (Lost, Tower Prep) comics (Detective, Batman: Streets of Gotham, Zatanna, Gotham City...

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Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League

2025

Characters

6.7

The Batman family has returned to the present to discover that Japan has disappeared, and a giant island - Hinomoto - is now in the sky over Gotham Ci...

The Legend of Kingdom Come

The Legend of Kingdom Come

2025

Acting

This feature documentary is an origin story about the beloved 90s-era graphic novel Kingdom Come, going behind the scenes and inside the mind of its c...

Joker: Folie à Deux

Joker: Folie à Deux

2024

Characters

5.4

While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur Fleck not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that's always been inside him.

Scooby-Doo! and Krypto, Too!

Scooby-Doo! and Krypto, Too!

2023

Characters

7.5

When the Justice League goes missing and villains overrun Metropolis, there's only one team that can solve this mystery: Scooby-Doo and the gang! But ...

Kevin Conroy: I Am the Knight

2023

as Self

10.0
Acting

Take a look at the legacy of Kevin Conroy, who voiced Batman for 30 years in film, television, video games, and more.

Catwoman: The Feline Femme Fatale

Catwoman: The Feline Femme Fatale

2021

as Self

8.5
Acting

A documentary about the history of Catwoman from DC.

Joker: Put on a Happy Face

Joker: Put on a Happy Face

2020

as Self

8.1
Acting

Featuring interviews with filmmakers and industry legends, discover the origins and evolution of The Joker, and learn why The Clown Prince of Crime is...

Justice League Dark: Apokolips War

Justice League Dark: Apokolips War

2020

Characters

8.2

Earth is decimated after intergalactic tyrant Darkseid has devastated the Justice League in a poorly executed war by the DC Super Heroes. Now the rema...

Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)

Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)

2020

Characters

6.9

Harley Quinn joins forces with a singer, an assassin and a police detective to help a young girl who had a hit placed on her after she stole a rare di...

Batman vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Batman vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

2019

Characters

7.2

Batman, Batgirl, and Robin forge an alliance with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to fight against the Turtles' sworn enemy, The Shredder, who has ap...

DC Super Hero Girls: Sweet Justice

DC Super Hero Girls: Sweet Justice

2019

Characters

4.7

Life for teenage versions of Wonder Woman, Supergirl and Batgirl is complicated as they try to balance their schoolwork with secret identities and fig...

Heart of Batman

Heart of Batman

2018

as Self

8.0
Acting

In the early 1990s, a rare gathering of talent defined Batman for a generation. Twenty-five years later, "Batman: The Animated Series" continues to i...

Batman Ninja

Batman Ninja

2018

Characters

5.9

Batman, along with many of his allies and adversaries, finds himself transported to feudal Japan by Gorilla Grodd's time displacement machine.

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay

Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay

2018

Characters

7.1

It’s batter up at Belle Reve and that can only mean that Amanda Waller, the penitentiary’s cold and calculating warden, has a mission that only the da...

Scooby-Doo! & Batman: The Brave and the Bold

Scooby-Doo! & Batman: The Brave and the Bold

2018

Characters

7.2

Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang meet up with Batman and other friends to defeat evil villains and save the day.

Batman vs. Two-Face

Batman vs. Two-Face

2017

Characters

6.3

Former Gotham City District Attorney Harvey Dent, one side of his face scarred by acid, goes on a crime spree based on the number '2'. All of his acti...

Batman and Harley Quinn

Batman and Harley Quinn

2017

Characters

6.1

Batman and Nightwing are forced to team with the Joker's sometimes-girlfriend Harley Quinn to stop a global threat brought about by Poison Ivy and Jas...

The Harley Effect

2017

as self

Acting

Documentary short about the creation and enduring legacy of Harley Quinn in animation, comics, and live action

The Lego Batman Movie

The Lego Batman Movie

2017

Thanks

7.2

A cooler-than-ever Bruce Wayne must deal with the usual suspects as they plan to rule Gotham City, while discovering that he has accidentally adopted ...

Tom and Jerry: Back to Oz

Tom and Jerry: Back to Oz

2016

Writer

5.9
Writing

After capturing the good witch, the villainous King Gnome creates havoc throughout Oz as he needs Dorothy's ruby slippers to take control of the Emera...

Floyd Norman: An Animated Life

Floyd Norman: An Animated Life

2016

as Himself

7.4
Acting

Animator. Storyman. Troublemaker. At 80 years old, see how Disney Legend Floyd Norman, the first African-American animator at Disney, continues to imp...

Batman: Assault on Arkham

Batman: Assault on Arkham

2014

Characters

7.3

Batman works desperately to find a bomb planted by the Joker while Amanda Waller sends her newly-formed Suicide Squad to break into Arkham Asylum and ...

Batman Beyond

Batman Beyond

2014

Series Writer

7.0
Writing

This short celebrating 75 years of Batman from artist Darwyn Cooke returns fans to the world of Batman Beyond as Terry McGinnis' futuristic Dark Knigh...

Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics

Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics

2013

as Self

6.9
Acting

A documentary detailing the epic Rogues' Gallery of DC Comics from The Joker and Lex Luthor, Sinestro, Darkseid and more, this documentary will explor...

The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy

The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy

2013

as Self

6.8
Acting

This feature-length documentary delves into the trilogy, opening with the inspiration and vision for the new Batman films and inching its way toward t...

Tom and Jerry's Giant Adventure

Tom and Jerry's Giant Adventure

2013

Screenplay

5.8
Writing

Tom And Jerry are among the last animals living in Storybook Town, a fairy tale-inspired theme park "where dreams come true, if you believe."

Backyard Blockbusters

Backyard Blockbusters

2012

as Himself

7.5
Acting

For years, people have been making home movies, many times using pop culture properties that they may not own, but love. In recent years, these types ...

DC Showcase: Catwoman

DC Showcase: Catwoman

2011

Writer

6.9
Writing

Catwoman attempts to track down a mysterious cargo shipment that is linked to a Gotham City crime boss called Rough Cut.

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope

2011

as Self

6.9
Acting

A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.

Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo

Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-Doo

2010

Teleplay

7.7

The gang goes on a trip to check on Velma's younger sister, Madelyn. She's been studying stage magic at the Whirlen Merlin Magic Academy, where appare...

Comic Book Literacy

Comic Book Literacy

2009

as Himself

Acting

Comic books are a medium as diverse as movies and encourage more thought than video games. Yet this misunderstood medium has always been the dirty lit...

Out of the Inkwell: The Fleischer Story

Out of the Inkwell: The Fleischer Story

2008

as Himself

6.0
Acting

A documentary about the Fleischer brothers and how they revolutionized animation.

Batman: A Dynamic Legacy

Batman: A Dynamic Legacy

2008

as Self

Acting

I look at the legacy of the the 1966 Batman television series

Behind the Tunes: Wacky Warner One-Shots

Behind the Tunes: Wacky Warner One-Shots

2007

as Himself

6.0
Acting

Historians and modern animators discuss classic era Warner cartoons without "stars": characters who returned in subsequent cartoons.

Behind the Tunes: Drawn to Life - The Art of Robert McKimson

Behind the Tunes: Drawn to Life - The Art of Robert McKimson

2007

as Himself

6.0
Acting

A look at the career of Warner Bros. animator and director Robert McKimson

Behind the Tunes:  Once Upon A Looney Tune

Behind the Tunes: Once Upon A Looney Tune

2007

as Himself

6.3
Acting

A look at the fairy tale-based Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons, starring characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Sylvester, Tweety, Elmer Fu...

Behind the Tunes: Real American Zero - The Adventures of Private Snafu

Behind the Tunes: Real American Zero - The Adventures of Private Snafu

2007

as Himself

6.5
Acting

Historians and animators discuss the Private Snafu cartoons made for military training during World War II.

Unsung Maestros: A Directors Tribute

Unsung Maestros: A Directors Tribute

2007

as Himself

6.0
Acting

The titular directors discussed are: Hugh Harman and Rudolf Ising (1930-1933), Jack King (1934-1936), Ub Iwerks (1937), Ben Hardaway (1934-1940), Norm...

Unsung Maestros: A Directors Tribute

Unsung Maestros: A Directors Tribute

2007

Thanks

6.0

The titular directors discussed are: Hugh Harman and Rudolf Ising (1930-1933), Jack King (1934-1936), Ub Iwerks (1937), Ben Hardaway (1934-1940), Norm...

Dr. Seuss and the Grinch: From Whoville to Hollywood

Dr. Seuss and the Grinch: From Whoville to Hollywood

2006

as Himself

6.0
Acting

A documentary that reveals the origins of Dr. Seuss as well as his Grinch creation going from children's book to TV special.

Behind the Tunes: Looney Tunes Go to War!

Behind the Tunes: Looney Tunes Go to War!

2005

as Himself

7.0
Acting

A Documentary about the Looney Tunes war cartoons

Erection of an Epic - The Making of Mallrats

Erection of an Epic - The Making of Mallrats

2005

as Himself

2.0
Acting

The outrageous insider's look at the creation of a cult classic.

Batman Begins

Batman Begins

2005

Thanks

7.7

Driven by tragedy, billionaire Bruce Wayne dedicates his life to uncovering and defeating the corruption that plagues his home, Gotham City. Unable t...

Countdown to Wednesday

Countdown to Wednesday

2004

Acting

Interviews with industry professionals on how to break into the comic book biz.

Comic Book: The Movie

Comic Book: The Movie

2004

as Paul Dini

5.8
Acting

Hugh Hefner, Stan Lee, Mark Hamill and Kevin Smith journey into the world of comic book fandom! Documentary filmmaker Donald Swan heads to the world's...

Chase Me

Chase Me

2003

Writer

7.1
Writing

While escaping a dull party, Bruce Wayne finds Catwoman robbing a vault and gives her the chase of her life as Batman. Really great coupled with the M...

Once Upon a Time: The Super Heroes

Once Upon a Time: The Super Heroes

2001

as Himself

6.9
Acting

The historical saga of American superheroes. Born in the period between the Great Depression and the World War II to combat the hobgoblins of the mode...

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back

2001

as Bluntman & Chronic Clapper Loader

6.4
Acting

When Jay and Silent Bob learn that their comic-book alter egos, Bluntman and Chronic, have been sold to Hollywood as part of a big-screen movie that l...

Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker

Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker

2000

Producer, Screenplay

7.3
Producing Writing

The Joker is back with a vengeance, and Neo-Gotham's Dark Knight, Terry McGinnis, needs answers as he stands alone to face the old Gotham's most infam...

Batman Beyond: Tech Wars / Disappearing Inque

Batman Beyond: Tech Wars / Disappearing Inque

1999

Producer

7.8
Producing

Batman Beyond: Disappearing Inque - The Gotham nights give birth to a brand-new super villain. She is deadly, shape-shifting industrial saboteur named...

Batman Beyond: The Movie

Batman Beyond: The Movie

1999

Producer, Writer

7.2
Producing Writing

Fuelled by remorse and vengeance, a high schooler named Terry McGinnis becomes the new Batman as he fights crime in the futuristic Neo-Gotham City.

The Batman/Superman Movie: World's Finest

The Batman/Superman Movie: World's Finest

1997

Screenplay, Story, Producer

7.4
Writing Producing

As the Joker visits Metropolis with a plan to kill Superman for Lex Luthor, Batman pursues the clown to Superman's turf.

Star Wars: Ewoks - The Haunted Village

Star Wars: Ewoks - The Haunted Village

1997

Writer, Associate Producer

5.2
Writing Producing

Morag the Tulga Witch seeks revenge on her old enemy Logray, shaman of the Ewoks, who holds the magic Sunstar while she possesses it's darker half, th...

Star Wars: Ewoks - Tales from the Endor Woods

Star Wars: Ewoks - Tales from the Endor Woods

1997

Writer

5.7
Writing

Wicket remembers four memorable adventures from his youth: how he fixed up his great grandfather's battle wagon, the occasion when Latara ran away fro...

Superman: The Last Son of Krypton

Superman: The Last Son of Krypton

1996

Writer, Producer

7.0
Writing Producing

Clark Kent, the last survivor of the dead planet Krypton, uses his amazing powers to defend people of his adopted world, Earth, and become Superman.

Tiny Toon Night Ghoulery

Tiny Toon Night Ghoulery

1995

Story Editor, Writer

6.3
Writing

In this Halloween Special, Babs Bunny plays the part of host as she and the Tiny Toons gang spoof various popular horror movies and TV shows. Among t...

Double Dragon

Double Dragon

1994

Story

4.5
Writing

Two brothers have half of a powerful ancient Chinese talisman. An evil gang leader has the other half, and determines to get the brothers' half and ha...

Batman: Mask of the Phantasm

Batman: Mask of the Phantasm

1993

Screenplay

7.5
Writing

Andrea Beaumont leaves her father to return to Gotham, rekindling an old romance with Bruce Wayne. At the same time, a mysterious figure begins to hun...

Cap'n O. G. Readmore Meets Chicken Little

1992

Writer

10.0
Writing

Cap'n O.G. Readmore reads the story of Chicken Little to his fellow feline friends at their Friday Night Book Club where they gather.

Tiny Toon Adventures: How I Spent My Vacation

Tiny Toon Adventures: How I Spent My Vacation

1992

Writer, Lyricist

6.7
Writing

Term-time ends at Acme Looniversity and the Tiny Toon characters look forward to a summer filled with fun. Buster and Babs Bunny turn a water fight in...

Ewoks 1: Morag's Revenge

Ewoks 1: Morag's Revenge

1988

Writer

Writing

Features "The Haunted Village", "The Cries of the Trees", "Rampage of the Phlogs" and "Sunstar vs. Shadowstone".

Ewoks 3: Wicket the Hero

Ewoks 3: Wicket the Hero

1988

Writer

Writing

Features "Wicket's Wagon", "The Tree of Light", "Asha" and "Blue Harvest".

Ewoks 4: Wicket's Adventures as He Becomes a Warrior

Ewoks 4: Wicket's Adventures as He Becomes a Warrior

1988

Writer

Writing

Features "The Crystal Cloak / The Wish Plant", "The Totem Master / A Gift for Shodu", "Horville's Hut of Horrors / The Tragic Flute" and "Just My Luck...

Ewoks 5: Wickett's Adventures

Ewoks 5: Wickett's Adventures

1988

Writer

Writing

Features "Home Is Where the Shrieks Are / Princess Latara", "Gone with the Mimphs / The First Apprentice", "Party Ewok / Malani the Warrior" and "Hard...

Ewoks 6: Battle for the Planet Endor

Ewoks 6: Battle for the Planet Endor

1988

Writer

Writing

Features "Battle for the Sunstar", "The Season Scepter", "The Raich" and "Night of the Stranger".

Star Wars: Droids - The Great Heep

Star Wars: Droids - The Great Heep

1986

Associate Producer

6.4
Producing

C-3PO and R2-D2 are on their way to Biitu to meet their new master, Mungo Baobab, when their ship is attacked and they are taken prisoner. Biitu has b...