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Eli Bush
View on WikipediaEli Bush is an American film and theatre producer and former executive at Scott Rudin Productions.[1] He is best known for producing the film Lady Bird, for which he co-won the 2018 Golden Globe Award for Best Picture – Musical or Comedy and was co-nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture.[2]
Key Information
Education
[edit]Bush graduated from Columbia College of Columbia University in 2009.[3]
Career
[edit]During his tenure working for Scott Rudin Productions, he and Rudin worked on a number of critically acclaimed movies, including Uncut Gems (2019), Annihilation (2018), Eighth Grade (2018), Lady Bird (2017), and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011).[4] On Broadway, he won four Tony Awards for Best Revival of a Play: for Death of a Salesman (2012), A Raisin in the Sun (2014), Skylight (2015), and A View from the Bridge (2016).[citation needed] He also won the Tony Award for Best Musical in 2017 for Hello, Dolly! as well as the Tony Award for Best Play in 2016 for producing The Humans.[citation needed] He was nominated for the 2017 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Children's Program for co-producing School of Rock.[5]
In April 2021 stories in The Hollywood Reporter and Vulture alleged numerous instances of abuse from Rudin towards employees, including physical violence. Following the allegations, Rudin announced that he would be "stepping back" to "work on personal issues I should have long ago."[6][1] The Vulture story also included criticism of Bush enabling Rudin's abuse, with one former co-worker stating, "His job’s to put the pins back up so Scott can go in and knock them back down." The article further reported that Bush had left Scott Rudin Productions the previous week.[1]
In 2022 Bush executive produced Jerrod Carmichael's stand-up special Rothaniel on HBO.[7] The special was subsequently nominated for a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Directing For A Variety Special and Outstanding Writing For A Variety Special.[8]
In October 2022 Bush produced Kate Berlant’s one-woman show at the Connelly Theater. It was directed by Bo Burnham and marked Berlant's return after more than a decade.[citation needed]
Filmography
[edit]He was a producer in all films unless otherwise noted.
Film
[edit]| Year | Film | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | Co-producer |
| Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close | Co-producer | |
| 2012 | Moonrise Kingdom | Co-producer |
| Frances Ha | Co-producer | |
| 2013 | Captain Phillips | Executive producer |
| 2014 | The Grand Budapest Hotel | Co-producer |
| Rosewater | Executive producer | |
| While We're Young | ||
| Top Five | ||
| Inherent Vice | Co-producer | |
| Ex Machina | Executive producer | |
| 2015 | Mistress America | Co-producer |
| Aloha | Executive producer | |
| Steve Jobs | Executive producer | |
| 2016 | Fences | Executive producer |
| 2017 | The Meyerowitz Stories | |
| Lady Bird | ||
| 2018 | Eighth Grade | |
| Annihilation | ||
| Isle of Dogs | Co-producer | |
| The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter | ||
| Game Over, Man! | ||
| 22 July | ||
| Mid90s | ||
| The Girl in the Spider's Web | ||
| 2019 | Uncut Gems | |
| First Cow | Executive producer | |
| 2021 | The Woman in the Window | |
| 2025 | The Smashing Machine | |
| Marty Supreme |
- Thanks
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Share | Special thanks |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Credit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | The Corrections | Executive producer | Television pilot |
| 2013 | Aziz Ansari: Buried Alive | Executive producer | Television special |
| Another Day, Another Time: Celebrating the Music of Inside Llewyn Davis | Executive producer | Documentary | |
| 2012−14 | The Newsroom | Co-producer | |
| 2017 | Five Came Back | Executive producer | |
| 2016–18 | School of Rock | Executive producer | |
| 2018 | Compliance | Executive producer | Television film |
| 2019 | My Favorite Shapes by Julio Torres | Executive producer | Television film |
| Diagnosis | Executive producer | Documentary | |
| Gone Hollywood | Executive producer | Television pilot | |
| 2020 | Devs | Executive producer | |
| Dispatches from Elsewhere | Executive producer | ||
| Barkskins | Executive producer | ||
| 2019−21 | What We Do in the Shadows | Executive producer | |
| 2022 | Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel | Executive producer | Television special |
| 2022 | Five Days at Memorial | ||
| 2024 | Ren Faire | Executive producer | Documentary |
| 2025 | Pee-Wee as Himself | Executive producer | Documentary |
- Miscellaneous crew
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Night Of | Consultant |
Theater
[edit]| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 2011 | The Book of Mormon |
| 2012 | Death of a Salesman – *Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play |
| 2013 | Betrayal |
| 2014 | A Raisin in the Sun – *Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play |
| This Is Our Youth | |
| A Delicate Balance | |
| 2015 | Skylight – *Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play |
| Fish in the Dark | |
| The Flick | |
| A View from the Bridge – *Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play | |
| 2016 | The Humans – *Tony Award for Best Play |
| The Crucible | |
| Blackbird | |
| Shuffle Along | |
| The Front Page | |
| The Wolves | |
| 2017 | The Glass Menagerie |
| A Doll's House, Part 2 | |
| Hello, Dolly! – *Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical | |
| 2018 | The Iceman Cometh |
| Carousel | |
| Three Tall Women | |
| The Waverly Gallery | |
| To Kill a Mockingbird |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Clark, Anne Victoria (2021-04-22). "Scott Rudin, As Told by His Assistants". Vulture. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
- ^ "Oscars 2018: The list of nominees in full". BBC News. January 23, 2018. Retrieved January 23, 2018.
- ^ "Newsmakers". Columbia College Today. Spring 2018. Archived from the original on 2018-06-21. Retrieved June 20, 2020.
- ^ "Eli Bush – Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. Retrieved 2020-06-20.
- ^ "Eli Bush". Television Academy. Retrieved 2020-06-20.
- ^ Siegel, Tatiana (2021-04-07). ""Everyone Just Knows He's an Absolute Monster": Scott Rudin's Ex-Staffers Speak Out on Abusive Behavior". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
- ^ Campione, Katie (21 March 2022). "Jerrod Carmichael is 'Saying Everything' in His New HBO Standup Special". TheWrap.
- ^ "Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel". Television Academy.
External links
[edit]Eli Bush
View on GrokipediaEarly Life and Education
Childhood and Family Background
Details regarding Eli Bush's childhood and family background remain largely private and undocumented in publicly accessible, reputable sources. As an American producer based in the United States, his early personal history, including birth date, precise location of upbringing, parental professions, or socioeconomic influences, has not been detailed in professional profiles or interviews focused on his career trajectory. No verifiable accounts exist of formative family exposures to entertainment, theater, or film during his pre-professional years, distinguishing his personal origins from more publicly chronicled figures in the industry.Academic and Formative Experiences
Eli Bush earned a bachelor's degree from Columbia College at Columbia University, graduating in 2009.[7][8] During his time at Columbia, a liberal arts institution emphasizing interdisciplinary studies, Bush developed foundational skills applicable to his later producing career, though specific coursework or majors in film, theater, or related fields are not publicly detailed in alumni records. No verified accounts exist of pre-professional internships, student film projects, or extracurricular involvement in campus theater or media societies that directly preceded his entry into the industry.Professional Career
Entry into Entertainment Industry
Eli Bush entered the entertainment industry in the early 2010s via Scott Rudin Productions, beginning in junior production roles that emphasized assistance and coordination on established projects. These foundational positions allowed him to develop practical skills in script development, scheduling, and liaison work between creative teams and studios, primarily in New York-based operations.[9] His initial credited contributions appeared as co-producer on The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011), supporting lead producer Scott Rudin in logistical and oversight capacities typical of entry-level executive track roles.[10] This work marked his first verifiable industry credit, highlighting reliability in high-stakes environments despite the project's scale.[10] Bush progressed chronologically with similar co-producer duties on Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close (2011), where he aided in production execution alongside Rudin.[11] By 2012, he handled comparable responsibilities for Moonrise Kingdom, focusing on facilitation for Rudin's involvement, which further solidified his networking ties in film production circles.[12] These mid-level assistant functions, spanning roughly 2011 to mid-decade, underscored a steady ascent from operational support to trusted intermediary, distinct from later independent oversight.[9]Executive Role at Scott Rudin Productions
Eli Bush assumed a top executive position at Scott Rudin Productions around 2009, functioning as a key lieutenant and producer within the company.[9] In this role, he contributed to the oversight of project development, coordination across film and theater slates, and production logistics for Rudin's extensive portfolio.[3] Bush's responsibilities included managing early-stage involvement in high-profile initiatives, such as co-producing the 2017 film Lady Bird, directed by Greta Gerwig, which garnered five Academy Award nominations, including for Best Picture.[13] He also played a producing role in theater projects like the Off-Broadway premiere of The Wolves in 2016 and the Broadway production of The Humans, which earned the 2016 Tony Award for Best Play.[14] Additional credits encompassed executive producing duties on films such as Ex Machina (2015) and television developments under Rudin's banner.[15] The workflow at Scott Rudin Productions during Bush's tenure emphasized rapid development cycles and coordination efficiency to support a high output of projects, enabling the company to deliver multiple award-contending releases annually across mediums.[2] This operational intensity facilitated successes like Tony-winning plays and Oscar-nominated films, reflecting a focus on streamlined execution amid demanding schedules.[5]Transition to Independent Producing
In April 2021, amid escalating public scrutiny over allegations of abusive behavior at Scott Rudin Productions, Eli Bush departed the company, marking his shift from executive roles within Rudin's banner to independent producing.[3][16] This exit followed Rudin's announcement on April 17, 2021, to step back from active Broadway involvement, with the fallout extending to film and television projects; Bush's spokesperson confirmed his departure the following week.[3] While Bush had previously served as a producer on Rudin-backed films such as Lady Bird (2017) and Uncut Gems (2019), his independent status enabled greater autonomy in project oversight, particularly as Rudin withdrew from multiple ongoing developments.[17] Bush's transition aligned with a reconfiguration of partnerships in the independent film sector, where he assumed sole producing responsibilities on several high-profile A24 projects previously co-credited to Rudin Productions, including adaptations and original features.[17] This move reflected strategic deal-making amid industry reevaluation of Rudin's influence, allowing Bush to maintain continuity on ventures while distancing from the parent entity; for instance, he retained producer credits on titles like the Jennifer Lawrence-starring drama originally under Rudin-A24 auspices.[17] Reports from former Rudin employees highlighted Bush's prior role as a key lieutenant, suggesting his inherited portfolio positioned him to navigate post-scandal financing and distribution without Rudin's direct involvement, though this drew criticism from some insiders for perpetuating elements of the prior regime's dynamics.[2] The post-Rudin era for Bush emphasized selective engagement with indie-oriented studios and talent, prioritizing projects with potential for critical and commercial viability through lean production models. His independent producing approach focused on deal structures that leveraged existing relationships, such as with A24, to secure development rights and talent attachments, evidenced by continued executive producer roles on streaming and theatrical releases announced in subsequent years.[17] This autonomy facilitated agile decision-making, unencumbered by Rudin's centralized control, though Bush has not publicly detailed personal motivations beyond the operational necessities of the 2021 upheaval.[2]Key Productions
Film Projects
Bush served as co-producer on Lady Bird (2017), directed by Greta Gerwig, with a reported production budget of approximately $10 million; the film grossed $78.8 million worldwide, yielding a strong return driven by critical acclaim and word-of-mouth appeal among audiences seeking authentic coming-of-age stories.[18] The project earned a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, shared among producers including Bush, Evelyn O'Neill, and Scott Rudin, highlighting its efficiency in leveraging limited resources for awards contention.[19] In 2018, Bush produced Eighth Grade, Bo Burnham's directorial debut, on a modest $2 million budget; it achieved $14.1 million in worldwide earnings, benefiting from targeted marketing to younger demographics and festival buzz that amplified its low-cost, high-impact digital production approach. The film's success underscored Bush's pattern of backing debut filmmakers with intimate, character-driven narratives, contributing to its recognition at festivals like Sundance without major studio backing.[20] Bush's production on Uncut Gems (2019), co-directed by the Safdie brothers, involved a $19 million budget and resulted in $50 million in global box office, a performance attributable to Adam Sandler's committed performance and the film's tense, propulsive pacing that resonated post-theatrical on streaming platforms. This thriller exemplified Bush's involvement in high-stakes indie projects with genre-blending elements, where controlled spending on practical locations in New York maximized authentic urgency over visual effects.[21] As of October 2025, Bush is producing Marty Supreme, Josh Safdie's sports drama starring Timothée Chalamet, with an estimated budget of $70–90 million, marking A24's largest investment to date; the film held a surprise world premiere at the New York Film Festival on October 6 and is slated for theatrical release on December 25.[22] Drawing loose inspiration from table tennis player Marty Reisman, the project reflects Bush's continued collaboration with the Safdies on character-focused stories of ambition, though its elevated budget introduces risks tied to star-driven marketability amid indie constraints.[23] Bush also produced The Smashing Machine (2025), directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson as UFC fighter Mark Kerr, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival in September; the biographical drama emphasizes Kerr's physical and personal struggles, aligning with Bush's track record in gritty, performance-centric films that prioritize real-world sourcing over fictional embellishment.[24] Early reception notes its raw depiction of addiction and combat sports, potentially positioning it for awards traction similar to prior Bush credits, contingent on Johnson's dramatic pivot yielding comparable returns to lower-budget predecessors.[6]Television Involvement
Bush's television producing credits are fewer compared to his filmography, primarily stemming from his tenure at Scott Rudin Productions. He served as co-producer on the first season of HBO's The Newsroom, a 10-episode drama series created by Aaron Sorkin that premiered on June 24, 2012, handling production logistics for the newsroom-set narrative.[25] In a more prominent role, Bush acted as executive producer on FX's What We Do in the Shadows, a comedy series adapting the 2014 mockumentary film by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi; the show debuted on March 27, 2019, and has aired five seasons comprising over 50 episodes as of 2024, with Bush overseeing multi-season development and creative oversight alongside Rudin.[26] This involvement extended his collaboration with Rudin into serialized television, where commitments differed from feature films by requiring sustained episode production across networks like FX Productions.[27] Additionally, Bush received executive producer credit on Netflix's Diagnosis, a four-episode docuseries released on August 16, 2019, exploring medical mysteries through patient stories and expert analysis, reflecting a pivot toward nonfiction formats.[28] These roles highlight Bush's selective engagement with television, often leveraging film-derived expertise for adaptation and management rather than originating series concepts.Theater Credits
Eli Bush co-produced over two dozen Broadway productions between 2012 and 2020, often alongside Scott Rudin, focusing on revivals of classic plays and musicals as well as contemporary works in drama and comedy genres.[29] His contributions as producer typically involved financing and oversight of live stagings, distinct from screen adaptations due to the demands of real-time performance, ensemble synchronization, and limited rehearsal windows inherent to theater.[29] Notable credits include the revival of Hello, Dolly!, a musical comedy that opened April 20, 2017, at the Shubert Theatre and closed August 25, 2018, after 501 performances, securing the 2017 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical.[30][31] He also produced The Humans, an original drama that premiered February 18, 2016, and ran until January 15, 2017, for 429 performances, winning the 2016 Tony Award for Best Play.[29][5] Other significant Broadway productions under Bush's producing banner encompass:- A Doll's House, Part 2 (original play, opened April 27, 2017; closed September 24, 2017, after 144 performances).[32]
- The Iceman Cometh (revival, opened April 26, 2018; closed July 1, 2018, after 77 performances).[29]
- Three Tall Women (original play, opened March 29, 2018; closed June 24, 2018, after 97 performances).[29]
- King Lear (revival, opened April 4, 2019; closed June 9, 2019, after 72 performances).[29]
- To Kill a Mockingbird (original adaptation, opened December 13, 2018; closed January 16, 2022, after 1,049 performances amid pandemic interruptions).[29]
