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AGBO
Company typePrivately held company
IndustryMotion pictures
Television
Founded2016;8 years ago(2016)
Founders
HeadquartersLos Angeles, California
Key people
  • Anthony & Joe Russo(Co-Founders and Executive Chairmen)
  • Mike Larocca(Co-Founder and Vice Chairman)
  • Angela Russo-Otstot(Chief Creative Officer)
  • Christopher Markus(Co-President of Story)
  • Stephen McFeely(Co-President of Story)
  • Dennis Hands(Chief Financial Officer)
  • Nicholas Anglewicz(Chief Operating Officer)
  • Jake Aust(Chief Innovation Officer)
  • Marian Koltai-Levine(Chief Marketing Officer)
  • Rik Toulon(Chief Legal Officer)
  • Michael Disco(President of Film)
  • Scott Nemes(President of TV)
Number of employees
41
ParentNexon(49%)
WebsiteAGBO

AGBO(also known asGozie AGBO) is anindependententertainmentcompany based in Downtown Los Angeles, founded and led byAnthony and Joe Russo(known collectively as the Russo brothers) andMike Larocca.The Russo brothers are best known for their work in theMarvel Cinematic Universe(MCU), most notablyAvengers: Infinity WarandAvengers: Endgame.Recent television productions by AGBO includeCitadel,a television series withAmazon Prime VideostarringRichard MaddenandPriyanka Chopra Jonas.[1]Recent AGBO films includeExtraction,written byJoe Russoand starringChris Hemsworth;Extraction 2;[2]The Gray ManwithNetflixin 2022; and the Academy Award-winningEverything Everywhere All At Once.

AGBO's forthcoming productions include the filmThe Electric State,based on the graphic novel of the same name bySimon Stålenhag,starringChris PrattandMillie Bobby Brown;[3]alive-action remakeofHercules,to be directed byGuy Ritchie;[4]The Gray Man 2;[5]and the MCU filmsAvengers: DoomsdayandAvengers: Secret Wars.

History

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Business developments

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In March 2015, theRusso Brothersannounced they were launching a production company, then known as Getaway Productions, and tappedMike Laroccaas President.[6]

AGBO was officially founded in 2017 by film veterans and directors theRusso Brothers.Anthony and Joe Russoserve as founders and co-chairmen.[7]

In March 2018, it was announced that screenwritersChristopher Markus and Stephen McFeely,who wrote the screenplays forCaptain America: The Winter SoldierandCaptain America: Civil War,were named Co-Presidents of Story at AGBO, adding to the executive roster.[8]The name "AGBO" was a surname selected randomly byAnthony and Joe Russofrom an Ohio phone book years prior.[9]

On January 5, 2022, it was announced that theRusso Brotherssold a minority stake in AGBO - or 38% - to Tokyo-based game makerNexon,for $400 million.[10]AGBO was consequently valued at $1.1 billion.[10]

Production developments

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2016–2017: The founding years

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In July 2016, it was announced that theRusso Brotherswould co-produceDeadly Classalongside creatorRick Remender[11]and got aSyfypilot order in September 2017[12]and the series starredLana CondorandBenedict Wongand aired from December 20, 2018 through March 20, 2019.[13][14]

In June 2016, it was announced that theRusso Brotherswould produce action film21 BridgesforSTX Entertainment.[15]In July 2018 it was announced thatChadwick Bosemanwould star in the AGBO produced movie[16]and released on November 22, 2019.[17]

In August 2017, it was announced that AGBO acquired the rights to the bookExit WestwithMorten Tyldumset to direct.[18]On December 31, 2017,Barack ObamaincludedExit Weston his list of the best books he read in 2017,[19]and then Obama's production company,Higher Ground Productions,announced they would team up with AGBO to produce a feature adaptation forNetflix,withRiz Ahmedattached to star, andYann Demangedirecting.[20]

In December 2017, it was announced that AGBO won the rights to the graphic novelThe Electric StatebySimon Stålenhag,[21]then in March 2018 it was announced that screenwriting duoChristopher Markus and Stephen McFeelywould develop the screenplay for thefilm.[8]

2018–2022: Launching the studio

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In January 2018, it was announced that AGBO andNeonacquired the worldwide rights toAssassination Nation,written and directed bySam Levinson,atSundance Film Festivalin a $10M deal,[22]the film was released later that year on September 21, 2018 in association withRefinery29.[23] In June 2018, AGBO optioned the film adaptation of Alex North's novelThe Whisper Man,with AGBO producing.[24]

In August 2018, AGBO optionedNico Walker's novelCherryin a bidding war and announced this would be the next film theRusso Brotherswould direct afterAvengers: Endgame.[25]Tom HollandandCiara Bravostar in the film.[26]

On August 30, 2018, it was announced thatAnthony and Joe Russowere set to produce theDaniels' (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert) sci-fi action filmEverything Everywhere All at OncewithA24as the distributor.[27][28]

On August 30, 2018, it was announced thatSam Hargravewould directDhaka,later renamedExtraction,from a screenplay byJoe RussowithChris Hemsworthset to star in the film.[29]The film was released on Netflix on April 24, 2020, and received the biggest premiere viewership in the site's history, leading to a sequel being put in development from the same team.[30]

In October 2018, it was announced that AGBO would come on as a producer for theEmily Mortimer-starring indie horror filmRelic[31]which was the feature directorial debut for Natalie Erika James and debuted to critical acclaim at theSundance Film Festivalin January 2020.[32]On March 10, 2020, the AGBO produced filmRelicwas acquired byIFC Midnightwith a release date set for July 10, 2020.[33][34]

In October 2018, it was announced that AGBO would partner withConde Nast Entertainmentto produce thrillerMosulwithWorld War ZscreenwriterMatthew Michael Carnahanset to direct.[35]The film played at the76th Venice International Film Festivaland2019 Toronto International Film Festival.It was later acquired byNetflixand released in November 2020.[36]

On March 20, 2019, AGBO acquired JJ Braider's scriptAll Fun And Games.[37]

In April 2020, it was announced that theRusso Brotherswill team withWalt Disney Picturesto produce alive-action remakeof the 1997 animated filmHercules.

Apple bought the rights toCherry,starringTom Hollandin September 2020 - the movie hitApple TV+in early 2021.[38]

In December 2020,The Electric Statecasting news broke thatMillie Bobby Brownwould star in the upcoming Sci-Fi Film.[39]

In April 2021, it was announced thatEpixgave a 10-episode straight-to-series order toFrom,a contemporary sci-fi horror series, created by John Griffin and produced by AGBO and theRusso Brothers.[40]It was renewed for a second season in April 2022.[41] In July 2021, AGBO announced it was teaming up withNetflixagain for a heist thriller forthcoming movie starringRegé-Jean Pageand written byNoah Hawley.[42]

In August 2021,Huluannounced the expansion of its true-crime collection, including the docuseriesCaptive Audience[43]which is executive produced by AGBO's Anthony Russo, Joe Russo and Mike Larocca.[44]

2022–present: AGBOverse

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On January 13, 2022, casting announcements were made for the forthcoming horror-thriller filmAll Fun and Games,which AGBO is producing, withAsa ButterfieldandNatalia Dyerto star and Ari Costa and Eren Celeboglu to co-direct.[45]

In February 2022, it was announced that AGBO would produce an animated film adaptation ofSuperfudge,one ofJudy Blume's best selling books.[46]

On June 17, 2022, it was announced thatGuy Ritchiewill direct the forthcomingHerculeslive-action remake.[47]

In July 2022, it was announced that the hitHulushow,Captive Audience,which was executive produced by theRusso Brothers,becameHulu's most-viewed nonfiction TV program in its first month of release.[48]

The Gray Mansequel and spinoff withNetflixwas announced in July 2022; which will seeRyan Goslingreprise his role as 'The Gray Man,' with AGBO producing and theRusso Brothersdirecting.[49]Paul WernickandRhett ReeseofDeadpool)fame will write the spinoff series.[50]

On September 15, 2022, it was announced that AGBO would executive produce aButch and Sundanceseries atAmazon Studios,starringRegé-Jean PageandGlen Powell.[51]

TheCitadelglobal multi-series announced the casting ofMatilda De Angelisas the lead for the Italian installment of the spy thriller franchise, which AGBO is producing in conjunction withAmazon Studios.[52]

In November 2022, it was announced thatGiancarlo Esposito,Ke Huy Quan,Anthony Mackie,andBilly Bob Thorntonwere joining the cast ofThe Electric State.[53]

In November 2022, it was announced theRusso Brotherswould executive produce and direct an eight-episode limited series about theFTX scandalin conjunction withAmazon Studios[54]

In November 2022,Varietynamed theRusso Brothers"Showmen of the Year" and the cover featured the Russos withChris Pratt,Priyanka Chopra,andZoe Saldanaall as part of upcoming AGBO projects[55]

Community developments

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Established in 2017 through AGBO, the National Italian American Film Forum Grant program annually awards multiple $8,000 grants to ambitious filmmakers around the country to create documentary, fiction or nonfiction narrative films that explore the Italian American experience for the benefit of future generations.[56]

In October 2017, it was announced that theRusso Brotherswould offer an annual fellowship withSlamdance Film Festivalwhich would consist of a $25,000 prize, filmmaking support and an office at AGBO.[57]

In June 2019, it was announced that AGBO partnered with theAmerican Film Institute (AFI)for an inaugural development grant which would award the recipient $25,000 to develop a project as well as year-long mentorship from AGBO.[58]

In May 2020, theRusso Brothersannounced their new video podcast,Pizza Film School.[59]The podcast aims to educate and spread some love to favorite classic films, as well as local pizzerias while movie lovers are stuck at home during the pandemic. Guests includedJosh Brolin,Taika Waititi,Mark Hamill,Bob Galeand more.[60]The second season premiered in April 2023 with theRussostalking to other directors including a viral episode withZack Snyder,which was a crossover between the Marvel and DC universes. Other guests includedEmerald Fennell,Nia DaCosta,Justin Lin,Justin Chon,R.J. Cutler,and more.[61]

In April 2021, AGBO began running its annual "No Sleep 'til Film Fest" competition, an opportunity for emerging creators to submit a short film for consideration from AGBO's Executive teams.[62]The virtual short film festival invites filmmakers from all countries to make a short movie in only 48 hours.[63]The first year of the festival received over 700 submissions from filmmakers in over 60 countries.[63]

In 2022, Joe Russo helped to found and fund, through AGBO, the inaugural annualInternational Film Festival of St Andrewsin partnership with theUniversity of St Andrewsin Scotland. The festival showcases international cinema and hosts workshops for filmmakers. AGBO remains the lead sponsor of the festival.[64]

Productions

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Films

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Year Title Director Notes
2018 Assassination Nation Sam Levinson Under Gozie AGBO; co-production withBron Studios,Foxtail Entertainment andPhantom Four;co-distributed withNeon,30WestandRefinery29[65]
2019 21 Bridges Brian Kirk co-production withMWM Studios,H. Brothersand X-Ception Content; distributed bySTXfilms
Mosul Matthew Michael Carnahan co-production withImage Nation Abu DhabiandCondé Nast Entertainment;distributed byNetflix
2020 Relic Natalie Erika James Under Gozie AGBO; co-production withScreen Australia,Film Victoria,Nine Stories Productionsand Carver Films; distributed byIFC MidnightandStan
Extraction Sam Hargrave co-production with Thematic Entertainment, India Take One Productions and T.G.I.M. Films; distributed by Netflix
2021 Cherry Anthony and Joe Russo co-production with The Hideaway Entertainment andEndeavor Content;distributed byApple TV+
2022 Everything Everywhere All at Once Dan Kwan and Daniel Scheinert Under Gozie AGBO; co-production with Ley Line Entertainment andIAC Films;distributed byA24
The Gray Man Anthony and Joe Russo co-production withRoth/Kirschenbaum Films;distributed byNetflix
2023 Extraction 2 Sam Hargrave Distributed byNetflix
All Fun and Games Ari Costa and Eren Celeboglu Under Gozie AGBO; co-production with Anton; distributed byVertical Entertainment
2025 The Electric State[66] Anthony and Joe Russo co-production with Double Dream; distributed byNetflix[67]
2026 Avengers: Doomsday[68] co-production withMarvel Studios;distributed byWalt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
2027 Avengers: Secret Wars[68]
TBA
The Bluff[69] Frank E. Flowers co-production byCinestar Pictures;distributed byAmazon MGM Studios
Poltergeist[70] TBA Distributed byMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Battle of the Planets[71] TBA
The Thomas Crown Affair[72] TBA
The Last Neanderthal[73] Terry Notary
UntitledCambridge Analytica scandalfilm[74] Matt Shakman[75]
Untitled heist film[76] Noah Hawley co-production with 26 Keys Productions; distributed byNetflix
The Whisper Man[77] TBA
Down Under Cover[78] TBA
Hercules[79] Guy Ritchie[80] co-production withWalt Disney Pictures;distributed byWalt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
The Secret of NIMH[81] James Madigan Distributed byMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Saigon Bodyguard[82] co-production withIndivisible Productions;distributed byUniversal Pictures
Superfudge[83] co-production withWalt Disney PicturesandDisney Television Animation;distributed byDisney+

Television series

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Year Title Creator(s) Co-production(s)
2019 Deadly Class Rick Remender
Miles Orion Feldsott
Syfy
Universal Cable Productions
Sony Pictures Television
Larry Charles' Dangerous World of Comedy Larry Charles Netflix
2022 From John Griffin Epix
MGM Television
Midnight Radio
2023 Citadel[84] Josh Appelbaum
Bryan Oh
Amazon Studios
Midnight Radio
TBA Butch & Sundance[85] TBA Amazon Studios
Grimjack[71] Kevin Murphy Amazon Studios
Mastermind[86] Krysty Wilson-Cairns Amazon Studios
26 Keys
Skybound Entertainment
The Warriors[87] Frank Baldwin Midnight Radio andParamount Television Studios

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