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McCormick Leaves WB Executive Post for Producing Ventures
19 May
Summary
- McCormick departs Warner Bros. after a long tenure as production EVP.
- He will transition to a new producing deal on the Warner Bros. lot.
- His new role will encompass both film and stage production ventures.
Kevin McCormick, a key figure at Warner Bros. for many years, is leaving his position as Executive Vice President of Production. He has announced his departure effective June, transitioning to a new producing deal within the studio.
McCormick's new role will see him returning to his original passion for producing, focusing on both feature films and theatrical stage productions for Warner Bros. His experience includes producing "Saturday Night Fever." This move signifies a return to his roots after a significant period as an executive.
Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group co-chairs Pamela Abdy and Michael De Luca praised McCormick's impact, highlighting his leadership and counsel to filmmakers. He will continue to develop feature films, including "The Bodyguard," and oversee stage productions like "Beetlejuice The Musical." Additionally, he will guide theatrical adaptations of "Crazy Rich Asians," "A Star Is Born," and "Elvis."
