Andrew Adamson Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Movies, Awards, Education

Andrew Ralph Adamson also known as Andrew Adamson is a distinguished New Zealand filmmaker, animator, and producer, best known for directing the first two Shrek films and The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

His innovative storytelling and contributions to animation and live-action cinema have earned him global recognition, particularly through his work with DreamWorks Animation and Disney.

Profile

• Full Name: Andrew Ralph Adamson
• Stage Name: Andrew Adamson
• Born: December 1, 1966
• Age: 58 years old
• Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
• Nationality: New Zealand
• Occupation: Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Animator
• Height: Unknown
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Adamson
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Gyulnara Karaeva (m. 2016), Ann Adamson (divorced)
• Children: Isabelle, Sylvie
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $20 million to $30 million

Early Life and Education

Andrew Ralph Adamson was born on December 1, 1966, in Auckland, New Zealand, to Mr. and Mrs. Adamson.

Raised in a creative environment, his ethnicity is New Zealander, and his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Details about his siblings are unavailable.

Adamson’s early passion for visual storytelling led him to study architecture at the University of Auckland, though he did not complete the degree, opting instead to pursue a career in visual effects and animation.

His formative years were shaped by New Zealand’s vibrant film scene, influencing his later work in Hollywood.

Career

Adamson began his career in visual effects, working as a CG artist on films like Toys (1992) and Batman Forever (1995) at Pacific Data Images (PDI), which later merged with DreamWorks Animation.

He transitioned to directing, co-directing Shrek (2001) with Vicky Jenson, which won the first Academy Award for Best Animated Feature and grossed over $484 million worldwide.

He then directed Shrek 2 (2004), which earned $928 million globally, followed by The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005), a Disney blockbuster grossing $745 million.

Adamson co-directed The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008) and served as an executive producer on Puss in Boots (2011) and Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away (2012).

Recent projects include producing Marmaduke (2022) and ongoing work in animation and live-action.

His directorial style blends humor, heart, and technical innovation, evident in his seamless integration of CGI and live-action.

Awards and Nominations

• 74th Academy Awards (2002): Won Best Animated Feature for Shrek
• Annie Awards (2002): Nominated for Outstanding Directing in an Animated Feature for Shrek
• Saturn Awards (2006): Nominated for Best Director for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
• BAFTA Children’s Awards (2006): Nominated for Best Feature Film for The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Social Media

Andrew Adamson does not have social media account.

Personal Life

Andrew Adamson, 58, maintains a private personal life.

He has been married to Gyulnara Karaeva since 2016, following his divorce from his first wife, Ann Adamson.

He has two daughters, Isabelle and Sylvie, from his first marriage.

Residing in Los Angeles, Adamson balances his career with family life.

His interests include storytelling and supporting New Zealand’s film industry, and he has cited his architectural background as influencing his meticulous approach to directing.

Net Worth

Andrew Adamson’s estimated net worth ranges from $20 million to $30 million, derived from his directing and producing credits on high-grossing films, including Shrek and The Chronicles of Narnia series, as well as visual effects work.

Filmography

Selected Filmography (Director):

• Shrek (2001) – Co-Director
• Shrek 2 (2004) – Director
• The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (2005) – Director
• The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008) – Co-Director
• Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away (2012) – Director

Selected Filmography (Producer):

• Shrek (2001) – Co-Producer
• Shrek 2 (2004) – Executive Producer
• The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008) – Producer
• Puss in Boots (2011) – Executive Producer
• Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away (2012) – Producer
• Marmaduke (2022) – Producer

Selected Visual Effects:

• Toys (1992) – Visual Effects Animator
• Batman Forever (1995) – Visual Effects Supervisor
• A Time to Kill (1996) – Visual Effects Supervisor