who wrote christmas with the kranks

The movie "Christmas with the Kranks" is a romantic comedy released in 2004, directed by Joe Roth and written by Chris Columbus and based on the novel "Skipping Christmas" by John Grisham. The film stars Tim Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Dan Aykroyd in lead roles and follows the story of a couple who decides to skip Christmas to go on a cruise but face unexpected challenges when their daughter announces her plans to visit them. The movie was generally well-received by critics and audiences, with some praising the comedic elements and holiday spirit, while others criticizing its contrived plot and predictable humor.