Chris Fisher, also known as 'Fish', was born in Pasadena, California, in the year 1971, marking the beginning of a life that would take him on a journey of creative expression. As a child, he spent time overseas, but eventually returned to California, where he attended high school in the picturesque coastal city of Newport Beach.
Fisher's academic pursuits took him to the University of Southern California (USC),where he earned his undergraduate and law degrees. However, his true calling lay in the world of entertainment, and he went on to participate in the prestigious William Morris training program.
As an independent filmmaker, Fisher made a name for himself by writing, producing, or directing three films that premiered in the Sundance Midnight Madness section: 'Taboo', 'Nightstalker', and 'Spun'. This impressive feat solidified his reputation as a genre filmmaker.
Over the next decade, Fisher continued to hone his craft, producing and directing five more genre films, including 'Hillside Strangler', 'Dirty', 'S.Darko', 'Street Kings Motor City', and 'Meeting Evil'.
Fisher's transition to television was seamless, as he began his career as a staff writer on the popular series 'The Cleaner'. He went on to direct and produce multiple television dramas for cable, streaming, and network platforms, earning a reputation as a versatile and talented producer-director.
Throughout his illustrious career, Fisher has produced over 100 episodes of television and directed more than 70. Five of his episodes, all from the critically acclaimed series 'Person Of Interest', have been ranked among the top 40 episodes by fans on IMDB, with the highly rated and critically acclaimed 'If-Then-Else' standing out as a particular highlight.
Fisher is widely regarded as one of the premiere producer-directors in the industry, having produced long-running hit shows like 'Warehouse 13', 'Person Of Interest', and 'The Magicians'. He currently resides in Ojai with his family, where he continues to create innovative and captivating content.
