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Charles Martin Smith (born October 30, 1953) is an American film actor, writer, and director.
He is an American performer and filmmaker who transitioned from a career as a character actor in 1970s and 1980s cinema to directing family-oriented features.
He is recognized for his acting performances in films such as American Graffiti, The Untouchables, and Never Cry Wolf, as well as for directing family titles like Dolphin Tale and Air Bud.
His directorial output focuses primarily on family-friendly narratives often centering on animal-human connections, while his acting career encompasses a broad range of genres from crime dramas to science fiction.