Brian Grazer

Screenwriter and producer, Imagine Entertainment

Brian Grazer - Screenwriter and producer, Imagine Entertainment
Born

July 12th, 1951
74 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Founded Imagine Entertainment in 1986, a film and television production company. Produced numerous successful films and television series including 'A Beautiful Mind', 'Rush', '24', and 'Empire'. Collaborated with prominent directors and writers throughout the career, creating works that received critical acclaim and various awards. Contribution to the industry includes a focus on storytelling and character development.

Produced 'A Beautiful Mind'

Created the series '24'

Produced the series 'Empire'

Founded Imagine Entertainment

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