Andrew Gunn, died at his home in Toronto after a two-year battle with ALS at the age of 58.
Gunn forged a remarkable career as one of Disney’s most trusted producers.
He delivered a string of family comedies and reboots that defined the studio’s early 2000s live action era.
From Cool Friday and Sky high to The Haunted Mansion and Cruella, Gunn’s productions mixed heart, humor and spectacle.
He left behind a filmography that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.
Let’s take a look at Andrew Gunn’s filmographic highlights:
Eddie (1996)
Andrew Gunn’s Hollywood journey began with Eddie in 1996, earning an early co-producer credit on the Whoopi Goldberg comedy.
This marked his official entry into film production and set the stage for his future career in family entertainment.
The Country Bears (2002)
In 2002 Gunn produced The bears of the landa whimsical Disney musical comedy inspired by the beloved theme park attraction.
Although unconventional, the film became a cult favorite among Disney fans due to its offbeat charm.
Freaky Friday (2003)
Gunn’s breakthrough came along Cool Friday in 2003, the hit remake starring Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis.
The body-swap comedy was a box office hit and cemented Gunn’s reputation as a producer of family-friendly blockbusters.
The Haunted Mansion (2003)
In the same year, Gunn produced The Haunted Mansiona Disney adaptation directed by Eddie Murphy.
Mixing comedy with spooky imagery, the film brought one of Disneyland’s most iconic rides to life on the big screen.
Sky High (2005)
In 2005, Gunn delivered Sky higha superhero high school adventure that quickly became a fan favorite.
Its originality and charm gave it a cult following.
College Road Trip (2008)
Gunn continued his Disney streak with College Road Trip in 2008, a family comedy starring Martin Lawrence and Raven-Symoné.
The film leaned into classic Disney mayhem following a father-daughter road trip filled with misadventures.
Bedtime Stories (2008)
Also in 2008, Gunn produced Bedtime Storiesan Adam Sandler comedy where bedtime stories magically came to life.
The film mixed fantasy with family humor and appealed to audiences of all ages.
Race to Witch Mountain (2009)
In 2009, Gunn reimagined a Disney classic with Race to Witch Mountaina sci-fi adventure starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
The reboot introduced the story to a new generation while honoring its roots.
Bad Santa 2 (2016)
Gunn broke away from Disney and produced Bad Santa 2 in 2016.
The dark comedy sequel showcased his versatility and proved he could succeed outside of the family-friendly mold.
Unhinged (2020)
In 2020, Gunn turned sharply into rough adult storytelling with Unhingeda psychological thriller starring Russell Crowe.
The film highlighted Gunn’s ability to tackle darker, more intense narratives.
Cruella (2021)
Gunn returned to Disney with Cruella in 2021, a stylish origin story about the infamous villain.
Emma Stone’s performance brought fresh energy to the franchise, and Gunn’s production gave the film its edgy, fashion-forward flair.
Freakier Friday (2025)
Most recently, Gunn revisited one of his biggest successes with Freakier Friday in 2025.
The sequel to the beloved 2003 hit proved his continued ability to breathe new life into fan-favorite stories with a modern twist.
