Jonathan Glickman will join Miramax as CEO, the film and television studio officially announced Tuesday. The executive assumes the role immediately.
hollywood reporter It was first reported in January that Glickman was in talks for a new role. Glickman replaces former CEO Bill Block, who resigned last year after six years in the role.
As part of the new job, Miramax also acquired certain film, TV and other projects from Panoramic Media, an independent film and TV production company founded by Glickman in 2017. During his time at Panoramic, Glickman produced his Amazon/MGM productions. creed 3 and underdogsserved as executive producer for Netflix Wednesday. He also currently serves as an executive producer on the Netflix limited series. zero daystarring Robert De Niro and Angela Bassett.
“With our world-renowned library and shareholders’ united desire to produce not only original projects but also IP-based projects, Miramax will be a leading independent company for many years to come,” Glickman said in a statement. “As a leading film and television studio, we are in a unique position.” . “I can’t wait to join the dedicated team at Miramax, along with our partners at beIN and Paramount Global, and continue the company’s tradition of creating unforgettable stories in film, television, and beyond.”
Prior to joining Panoramic, Glickman served as president of the Motion Group at MGM for nine years, during which time James Bond became a $1 billion franchise. He also revived the studio’s Rocky series. creed and creed 2.
Glickman served as president of the Motion Group at MGM for nine years, during which time James Bond became a $1 billion franchise. he also rocky Restart as a franchise creed A film series starring Michael B. Jordan. He left the studio for his first-look production deal with MGM in early 2020 and launched Panoramic Media two years later.
Harvey and Bob Weinstein founded Miramax in 1979. Miramax was owned by Disney until 2010, when it passed to Qatar-based sports and entertainment companies Bein (which owns 51 percent of the company) and Paramount (which owns the remaining 49 percent).
“We are proud that Miramax has grown into a leading independent film and television studio under our ownership and we look forward to continuing this trajectory of growth and incredible award-winning success.” We are pleased to appoint Jonathan to the Board of Directors,” said Nasser Al-Khelaifi, Chairman of beIN.
He added, “With Jonathan’s leadership, Miramax will expand its already extensive IP base and further strengthen its commitment to compelling original content. It will also expand its focus on local storytelling and non-Hollywood content. We are also focused on expanding Miramax’s footprint around the world through film and series production. Together with our partners at Paramount, we welcome Jonathan to the team and look forward to continued creativity, innovation, and growth. Masu.”
Brian Robbins, President and CEO of Paramount Pictures, added: “I have known and worked with Jonathan for over 20 years and couldn’t be more excited to welcome him to this new role. He combines creativity and commercial instincts. He will no doubt build on Miramax’s recent successes and create a new generation of iconic hit films and series. Under his leadership, Miramax will continue to develop top-notch library facilities, film and television projects. We are ready to build on our incredible legacy. Together with our partners at beIN, we are confident in Jonathan’s ability to lead Miramax into the future.”