Ryan Gosling is taking his next step in Hollywood. He is launching his own production company, “General Admission,” with former Apple Original Films executive Jessie Henderson. Also, Deadline confirms that they have signed a first-look deal with Amazon MGM Studios, so they will collaborate with filmmakers to create bold theatrical and streaming events within all genres, some of which Gosling will star in.
Gosling recently starred in Greta Gerwig‘s ‘Barbie,’ for which he was nominated for the Best Supporting Actor Oscar in 2024, but lost to Robert Downey Jr. for his role in Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer.’
Image: Ryan Gosling in ‘The Place Beyond The Pines’ (2012) In a statement, Gosling said, “I feel incredibly fortunate to have partners like Jessie Henderson and Courtenay Valenti in this endeavor.” Gosling added, “The gift of partnering with Jessie Henderson in “General Admission” is one that cannot be understated. I’m a huge fan of Jessie’s and the films she’s produced and developed. Her unique experience, intuition, work ethic, and relationships, as well as the impressive road she’s paved for herself in both comedy and drama, have led to a unique ability to make the rare films that combine both.”
Gosling continued, “It has been such a privilege to work with Courtenay Valenti on Barbie and our upcoming film Project Hail Mary. Her strong leadership, artistic instincts, and clarity of vision make Courtenay a dream collaborator and one of the most proven experts in the industry. From The Wizard of Oz to Rocky, MGM has made many of, not only my favorite films but some of the greatest films of all time. I’m very excited about the future Courtenay and the team are building at Amazon MGM and feel honored to be a part of the next chapter of this truly iconic studio.”
Henderson said, “Ryan brings a unique and brilliant perspective to everything he does, and I’m so impressed by his vision as a producer.” Henderson added, “We’re both true movie lovers who want to create stories that stick in audiences’ heads and hearts, and we feel very lucky to be working with Courtenay Valenti and the entire team at the studio, whose exceptional taste and leadership inspire us.”
Image Source: Universal Pictures Gosling’s new film, David Leitch‘s ‘The Fall Guy,’ alongside Emily Blunt, is ready to hit theaters on May 3, 2024, by Universal Pictures. In the film, he will play a seasoned but aging action choreographer.
Courtenay Valenti, head of film, streaming, and theatrical at Amazon MGM Studios, said, “We are so thrilled that Ryan Gosling and Jessie Henderson will make Amazon MGM Studios the home of their new company, General Admission.” Valenti added, “As the name of their company conveys, these passionate and extraordinary filmmakers want to tell stories for audiences all over the world. Ryan Gosling is a truly singular artist who possesses boundless talent and creativity. We could not be more excited to make big, bold, signature movies with him. Everyone here at Amazon MGM Studios is not only inspired by Ryan and Jessie’s previous work as individual artists, but deeply energized by all that General Admission will create going forward.”
Henderson worked at Apple Original Films for three years, contributing to projects like the upcoming theatrical release of Jon Watts’ ‘Wolfs,’ starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, and Amy Ryan. She also worked on Steve McQueen’s ‘Blitz’ and Joe Kosinski’s F1 movie, starring Pitt, Javier Bardem, and Damson Idris. She will be leaving Apple Original Films next month (April 2024), where she reported to the Head of Features, Matt Dentler.
Source: Deadline
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