Jake Gyllenhaal’s Nine Stories Productions welcomes new president
A new chapter for Nine Stories Productions
In a significant move for the entertainment industry, Jake Gyllenhaal‘s production company, Nine Stories Productions, has appointed Josh McLaughlin as its new president. This strategic hire comes at a pivotal time as the company recently inked a three-year, first-look film deal with Amazon MGM Studios, encompassing both theatrical and streaming releases.
A wealth of experience
Gyllenhaal expressed his enthusiasm for McLaughlin’s appointment, stating, “We are thrilled to welcome Josh to Nine Stories as president. I greatly admire his wealth of experience and deep industry knowledge. I look forward to working together to expand our slate of dynamic projects across film, television, and stage.”
McLaughlin’s impressive background
McLaughlin brings a robust portfolio to Nine Stories. He previously helmed his own production company, Wink Pictures, where he worked across television, films, and podcasts. His tenure at Focus Features spanned a decade, culminating in his role as president of production. During this period, he was instrumental in the success of critically acclaimed films such as BlacKkKlansman, The Darkest Hour, and Phantom Thread. He also collaborated with notable filmmakers like David Leitch on Atomic Blonde and Joel Edgerton on Boy Erased, and served as executive producer for Let Him Go.
A promising future
McLaughlin shared his excitement about joining Nine Stories, saying, “I am so excited to join the Nine Stories team under Jake’s leadership. I’m eager to build on the company’s impressive achievements and momentum, and collaborate with talented filmmakers and creatives to deliver compelling content to our trusted partners.”
Recent and upcoming projects
Nine Stories has been actively involved in several high-profile projects. Recently, the company backed the remake of Road House and the AppleTV+ series Presumed Innocent. Since its inception in 2015, Nine Stories has produced notable works such as The Guilty, directed by Antoine Fuqua, Stronger by David Gordon Green, and Wildlife by Paul Dano. On the stage, the company has brought to life productions like We’re Only Alive for a Short Amount of Time by David Cale, Sea Wall/A Life, and Jeremy O. Harris’ Slave Play.
A closer look at the projects
For those interested in exploring these projects further, here are some direct links to trailers and information pages:
- BlacKkKlansman
- The Darkest Hour
- Phantom Thread
- Atomic Blonde
- Boy Erased
- Let Him Go
- Road House
- Presumed Innocent
- The Guilty
- Stronger
- Wildlife
- We’re Only Alive for a Short Amount of Time
- Sea Wall/A Life
- Slave Play
Personal reflections
As a cinema and TV series enthusiast, it’s exhilarating to witness the evolution of Nine Stories Productions under the leadership of Jake Gyllenhaal and now Josh McLaughlin. Their combined expertise promises a future filled with innovative and compelling storytelling. The strategic partnership with Amazon MGM Studios further amplifies the potential for groundbreaking content that will captivate audiences across various platforms.
Final thoughts
The appointment of Josh McLaughlin as president of Nine Stories Productions marks a significant milestone for the company. With a rich history of successful projects and a promising future ahead, the collaboration between Gyllenhaal and McLaughlin is set to bring forth a new era of dynamic and engaging content in the world of cinema, television, and stage.