John Russell Dilworth (born December 5, 1968), is an English animator, actor, director, writer, and producer. He is known for being the creator of the animated television series "Courage the Cowardly Dog". He also worked on the original opening for Nicktoons and for shows such as Doug, Johnny Bravo, and My Life as a Teenage Robot, as well as the Disney animated series PB&J Otter.