Rawson Marshall Thurber

Born:9 februari 1975

Place of Birth:San Francisco, California, USA

Known For:Directing

Biography

Rawson Marshall Thurber, an accomplished American filmmaker and actor, was born on February 9, 1975, in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California. Hailing from a family with a legal background, Thurber's early life was shaped by his father, attorney Marshall Thurber. After graduating from Union College in 1997, where he not only excelled academically but also showcased his athletic prowess as a wide receiver on the football team, Thurber went on to further hone his skills in the art of filmmaking.

His journey in the entertainment industry began as an assistant to renowned screenwriter John August, marking the inception of a career that would see him flourish as a versatile storyteller. Thurber's creative genius shone through in 2002 when he crafted and directed the iconic Terry Tate: Office Linebacker commercials for Reebok, captivating audiences with his unique blend of humor and wit.

In 2004, Thurber made his mark in Hollywood with the hit comedy film, DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story, solidifying his reputation as a director with a keen eye for comedic gold. His talents extended beyond comedy, as evidenced by his adaptation of Michael Chabon's novel The Mysteries of Pittsburgh in 2008, showcasing his versatility and storytelling prowess.

Thurber's collaboration with powerhouse actors like Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart in the action-comedy Central Intelligence in 2016 further cemented his status as a director capable of seamlessly blending genres to create engaging and entertaining cinematic experiences. His directorial prowess was on full display in the 2013 hit We're the Millers, featuring a stellar cast led by Jason Sudeikis and Jennifer Aniston.

In a career marked by notable achievements, Thurber's foray into big-budget action films with projects like Skyscraper in 2018 and Red Notice in 2021 underscored his ability to helm high-octane blockbusters while maintaining a distinct directorial voice. His collaboration with industry heavyweights like Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot, and Johnson in Red Notice further showcased his knack for assembling top-tier talent to bring his creative vision to life.

Looking ahead, Thurber's involvement in directing the film adaptation of Ubisoft's The Division and his role in developing a TV series based on Dungeons & Dragons and a live-action film inspired by the Voltron franchise highlight his ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of storytelling across various mediums. With a career defined by innovation and a passion for storytelling, Rawson Marshall Thurber continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his cinematic endeavors.

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We're the Millers

The Ultimate Border Guard

2013

A veteran pot dealer creates a fake family as part of his plan to move a huge shipment of weed into the U.S. from Mexico.

Red Notice

Exhausted Film Director in Bar

2021

An Interpol-issued Red Notice is a global alert to hunt and capture the world's most wanted. But when a daring heist brings together the FBI's top profiler and two rival criminals, there's no telling what will happen.

Central Intelligence

Handsome Pants-Catcher

2016

Calvin Joyner, a mild-mannered accountant whose high school glory days are long behind him, reconnects with an awkward pal from high school through Facebook. After meeting up, Calvin’s mundane life takes an unexpectedly thrilling turn when he's thrust into the world of international espionage.

Easy A

Quiznos Guy

2010

Olive, an average high school student, sees her below-the-radar existence turn around overnight once she decides to use the school's gossip grapevine to advance her social standing. Now her classmates are turning against her and the school board is becoming concerned, including her favorite teacher and the distracted guidance counselor. With the support of her hilariously idiosyncratic parents and a little help from a long-time crush, Olive attempts to take on her notorious new identity and crush the rumor mill once and for all.

DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story

Obnoxious Las Vegas Homophobe

2004

When megalomaniacal White Goodman, the owner of a trendy, high-end fitness center, makes a move to take over the struggling local gym run by happy-go-lucky Pete La Fleur, there's only one way for La Fleur to fight back: dodgeball. Aided by a dodgeball guru and Goodman's attorney, La Fleur and his rag-tag team of underdogs launch a knock-down, drag-out battle in which the winner takes all.

The Wedding Ringer

Cop

2015

Doug Harris is a loveable but socially awkward groom-to-be with a problem: he has no best man. With less than two weeks to go until he marries the girl of his dreams, Doug is referred to Jimmy Callahan, owner and CEO of Best Man, Inc., a company that provides flattering best men for socially challenged guys in need. What ensues is a hilarious wedding charade as they try to pull off the big con, and an unexpected budding bromance between Doug and his fake best man Jimmy.

Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers

Voltron Vendor

2022

Decades since their successful television series was canceled, Chip has succumbed to a life of suburban domesticity as an insurance salesman. Dale, meanwhile, has had CGI surgery and works the nostalgia convention circuit, desperate to relive his glory days. When a former cast mate mysteriously disappears, Chip and Dale must repair their broken friendship and take on their Rescue Rangers detective personas once again to save their friend’s life.

Productie

We're the Millers

Director

2013

A veteran pot dealer creates a fake family as part of his plan to move a huge shipment of weed into the U.S. from Mexico.

Red Notice

Producer

2021

Central Intelligence

Screenplay

2016

DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story

Writer

2004

Skyscraper

Producer

2018

Framed and on the run, a former FBI agent must save his family from a blazing fire in the world's tallest building.