Donald Petrie
Donald Petrie, a graduate of the American Film Institute, landed his first career break when Steven Spielberg viewed his film THE EXPERT and hired him to direct an episode of Amazing Stories.
Petrie made his feature film directorial debut with the critically acclaimed MYSTIC PIZZA, a drama best known today for launching Julia Roberts' career. His other feature film credits include WELCOME TO MOOSEPORT, starring Ray Romano and Gene Hackman; GRUMPY OLD MEN, starring Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau; THE FAVOR, starring Elizabeth McGovern and Brad Pitt; MISS CONGENIALITY, starring Sandra Bullock; and HOW TO LOSE A GUY IN 10 DAYS, starring Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey.
Donald Petrie Facts
| Occupation | Director |
| Birthday | April 2, 1954 (55) |
| Sign | Aries |
| Birthplace | New York, New York, USA |
| Height | 6' 3" (1m91) |