Joshua Grode
Joshua Grode | |||
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| Nationality | American | ||
| Citizenship | United States of America | ||
| Alma mater | Loyola University School of Law University of Los Angeles | ||
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| Employer | Legendary Entertainment | ||
| Title | CEO | ||
| Board member of | University Southern California advisory board Chair of Board of Councilors for USC School of Dramatic Arts Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Police Foundation Board of Governors, Cedars-Sinai. | ||
Joshua B. Grode is an American entrepreneur, attorney, and film industry executive. He is the Chief executive officer of Legendary Entertainment. He was previously a partner and member of the executive management Committee at Irell & Manella, LLP, and the co-chair of the firm's transactions practice.
Early Life and education
In 1991 Josh graduated from the Loyola University School of Law and received his bachelor’s degree from UCLA in 1998.[1]
Career
Josh worked as an assistant to Sydney Pollack and was promoted to Reader. He then worked as a Production Assistant for Roger Corman.[2] After passing the bar exam in 1991, he joined Liner LLP as an associate. [3] Throughout his law career, Josh regularly facilitated film, TV and, video game financing and mergers and acquisitions.
In 2012, he facilitated the sale of Summit Entertainment to Lionsgate for $412.5 million. In 2014, he joined Irell and Manella, LLP as Transactions Group Co-Chair and Partner. [4]
In 2018, he succeeded Thomas Tull as CEO of Legendary Entertainment. [5]
Recognition
Grode was on the Hollywood Reporter's list of the most powerful lawyers in entertainment from 2007-2014. [1]
Personal life
He resides in Los Angeles, California with his wife, Lisa, and their three kids.
Filmography
Film
As Executive Producer
- Enola Holmes (2020)
- Dune (2021)
- Enola Holmes 2 (2022)
- Trick 'r Treat 2 (announced)
- Bad Blood (producer)
- Brothers (producer)
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Siegemund-Broka, Austin; Siegemund-Broka, Austin (2014-08-21). "Joshua Grode Hired at Irell & Manella to Co-Chair Transactions Group". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2022-03-17.
- ↑ Siegel, Tatiana (25 April 2019). "Legendary CEO Joshua Grode on Pitting 'Pikachu' Against Marvel, Warner Bros. Upheaval". The Hollywood Reporter. The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved April 25, 2019.
- ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (5 December 2017). "Joshua Grode Takes Legendary CEO Post; How He And Mary Parent Intent to Write Wanda-Back Company's Next Chapter". Deadline. Deadline. Retrieved December 5, 2017.
- ↑ Siegemund-Broka, Austin (21 August 2014). "Joshua Grode Hired at Irell & Manella to Co-Chair Transactions Group". The Hollywood Reporter. The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 21, 2014.
- ↑ Faughnder, Ryan (5 December 2017). "Legendary Names Entertainment Lawyer Joshua Grode As New CEO". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved December 5, 2017.
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