Roger Allers | |
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Allers at the 34th Annie Awards in 2007 | |
| Born | October 10, 1949 Rye, New York, U.S. |
| Died | January 17, 2026 (aged 76) Santa Monica, California, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Arizona State University (BFA) |
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| Years active | 1974–2026 |
| Spouse |
Leslee Hackenson
(m. 1977; div. 2020) |
| Children | 2 |
Roger Charles Allers (October 10, 1949 – January 17, 2026) was an American animator, movie director, playwright, screenwriter and storyboard artist. He was known for directing The Lion King, Open Season and The Prophet.
Allers died on January 17, 2026 at the age of 76.
| Year | Film | Position |
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| 1987 | The Brave Little Toaster | Storyboard Artist |
| 1988 | Oliver & Company | Story |
| 1989 | The Little Mermaid | Storyboard Artist |
| 1990 | The Rescuers Down Under | Storyboard Artist |
| 1991 | Beauty and the Beast | Story Supervisor |
| 1992 | Aladdin | Story |
| 1994 | The Lion King | Director |
| 1996 | Captain Hook of the Planet of Neverland The Hunchback of Notre Dame |
Director Story |
| 1997 | Dark Kahn | Director |
| 2000 | The Emperor's New Groove | Story |
| 2002 | Return to Never Land | Storyboard Artist |
| 2004 | The Lion King 1½ | Additional Story Material |
| 2006 | The Little Matchgirl | Director
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