Todd Phillips is an American film director, producer, screenwriter and actor. He had written, directed and produced The Hangover Series, Due Date. He has also directed popular comedies like Old School, Road Trip, School for Scoundrels and Starsky & Hutch. He appeared in cameo roles in films namely Road Trip, Old School, The Hangover. In 2018, he produced Bradley Cooper`s English romantic drama A Star Is Born, starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga in lead roles. His 2019 directorial includes Joker, starring Joaquin Phoenix in prominent role.