Jack Christian is a film and television showrunner, producer, writer and director. He has received critical acclaim for his work in screen entertainment, including two Emmy Award nominations.
Jack Christian | |
|---|---|
| Occupation(s) | Producer Writer Director |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Organization | CEO Filmology Finance
CEO Filmology Features Chairman of the Australian Film Institute Chairman of the Australian Academy of Cinema & Television Arts Member of International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences |
| Known for | The Infernal Machine The Beast Within Run Rabbit Run Dead Guy Everything I Never Did |
Christian is known most recently for his work on the feature films Killing Faith starring Guy Pearce and Bill Pullman, the Michael Shannon, Eva Longoria dark comedy Dead Guy, horror feature The Beast Within starring Kit Harington, Mercy Road, The Infernal Machine, Sarah Snook horror Run Rabbit Run, comedy Nandor Fodor and the Talking Mongoose starring Simon Pegg, spy actioner Chief of Station, the Diane Keaton lead comedy Arthur's Whisky, action thriller Classified, the Netflix series Dive Club, as well as the Amazon crime series,Troppo.[1][2][3][4][5][6]
Christian is Founder and CEO of global film and television production and finance company Filmology Finance, and its production arm, Filmology Features. He is the chairman of the Australian Film Institute and the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts and is a member of the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.[7]
It was announced on April 22, 2024, that Christian is producing upcoming Mckenna Grace YA feature film, Everything I Never Did.[8]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Film / Series | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Conspiracy 365 | Series | Consultant Producer |
| 2013–2015 | Heart&Soul | Series | Executive Producer |
| 2014–2017 | Get Ace | Series | Showrunner / Producer / Director |
| 2020 | Never Too Late | Film | Executive Producer |
| Black Water: Abyss | Film | ||
| 2021 | Great White | Film | |
| Dive Club | Series | ||
| 2022 | Seriously Red | Film | |
| Love in Bloom | Film | ||
| The Reef: Stalked | Film | Producer | |
| The Infernal Machine | Film | Executive Producer | |
| 2022–2024 | Troppo | Series | |
| 2023 | Run Rabbit Run | Film | |
| Nandor Fodor and the Talking Mongoose | Film | Producer | |
| Mercy Road | Film | Executive Producer | |
| 2024 | Arthur's Whisky | Film | Executive Producer |
| 5lbs of Pressure | Film | ||
| Chief of Station | Film | ||
| Classified | Film | ||
| The Beast Within | Film | Producer | |
| 2025 | Killing Faith | Film | Executive Producer |
| It Will Find You | Film | ||
| TBA | Dead Guy | Film | Producer |
| TBA | Red Rock Run | Film | Executive Producer |
| TBA | Everything I Never Did | Film | Producer |
| TBA | The Florist | Film | Executive Producer |
Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Leadership
editJack Christian joined the board of the Australian Film Institute (AFI) in 2020. The AFI governs the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA), an organization established in 2011 to honor excellence in film, television, and screen arts through its annual awards. Christian became chairman on November 20, 2023. He assumed a pivotal role in steering AACTA's mission to promote Australia screen storytelling worldwide. In a statement on his appointment, he said, “I am profoundly honoured and humbled to take on the role of Chairperson for the AFI AACTA. This Academy represents the pinnacle of cinematic and television artistry in Australia, and it's a privilege to be given an opportunity to shape its direction and future.”[9]
Under his leadership, the AACTA Awards relocated to the Gold Coast in 2024, hosted by Rebel Wilson, and continued in 2025 with Russell Crowe, AACTA President since 2020, as host. Christian also spearheaded the expansion of the AACTA Festival, a public event launched in 2024 alongside the awards. The festival grew into a five-day celebration at the Home of the Arts (HOTA), drawing over 10,000 attendees in 2025 with premiere screenings, industry panels, workshops, and masterclasses led by directors such as Leigh Whannell, George Miller, and Michael Gracey. Christian’s leadership has elevated the awards into a globally celebrated industry season, attracting stars like Henry Cavill, Margot Robbie, Chris Hemsworth, Cate Blanchett, and Guy Pearce, boosting AACTA’s stature on the world stage.[10][11][12][13][14][15]
References
edit- ^ "Jack Christian | Film Victoria". www.film.vic.gov.au. Retrieved 10 May 2021.
- ^ "Jack Christian - The Screen Guide". Screen Australia. Retrieved 10 May 2021.
- ^ Frater, Patrick (25 January 2022). "'Run Rabbit Run'". Variety. Retrieved 2 March 2022.
- ^ Hipes, Patrick (11 October 2021). "Paramount Acquires Rights To Guy Pearce Thriller 'The Infernal Machine'". Deadline. Retrieved 2 March 2022.
- ^ Goodfellow, Melanie (9 May 2023). "Action-Thriller 'Classified' Starring Aaron Eckhart, Abigail Breslin & Tim Roth Wraps In Malta; Releases First Images – Cannes Market". Deadline. Retrieved 13 May 2023.
- ^ Wiseman, Andreas (3 November 2023). "Guy Pearce, DeWanda Wise & Tim Roth Heading For Supernatural Thriller 'Killing Faith', Pic Secures Interim Agreement For Early 2024 Shoot — AFM". Deadline. Retrieved 4 November 2023.
- ^ "AFI AACTA Announce New Chair Jack Christian". www.aacta.org. Retrieved 22 November 2023.
- ^ Frater, Patrick (22 April 2024). "Mckenna Grace Sets Starring Role in YA Love Story 'Everything I Never Did' (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 29 April 2024.
- ^ "Jack Christian Named Chairperson of AFI/AACTA". AACTA Official Announcement. 20 November 2023.
- ^ "Russell Crowe announces Gold Coast to host next AACTAs awards". ABC News. 28 January 2023. Retrieved 23 February 2025.
- ^ "About". AACTA Festival. Retrieved 23 February 2025.
- ^ "NEW ADDITIONS TO THE 2025 AACTA FESTIVAL LINEUP". FilmInk. Retrieved 23 February 2025.
- ^ "Winners Announced at the 2025 AACTA Awards Ceremony". www.aacta.org. Retrieved 23 February 2025.
- ^ "AACTA Awards 2024 red carpet: Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Rebel Wilson". the Guardian. 10 February 2024. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 23 February 2025.
- ^ Costello, Orlaith (7 February 2025). "Best looks from the AACTA Awards red carpet 2025". The Australian Women's Weekly. Retrieved 23 February 2025.
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