Christopher McQuarrie is an American screenwriter, producer, and director known for his work in the film industry. He gained prominence for writing the screenplay for the critically acclaimed film The Usual Suspects, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay in 1996. McQuarrie has collaborated frequently with actor Tom Cruise, directing several successful films in the Mission: Impossible franchise, including Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation and Mission: Impossible - Fallout. His unique storytelling style and ability to craft engaging action sequences have made him a notable figure in contemporary cinema.