David T. Friendly is a renowned film producer and motion picture executive with over thirty years of experience in the industry. He has produced over twenty-five films to date, working with esteemed directors such as Ron Howard, Ed Zwick, and Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris.
Friendly has also ventured into television, executive producing season 1-4 of the USA network's drama series "Queen of the South," which he developed based on the novel "La Reina Del Sur." His work in television has been incredibly successful, with the show garnering a large following and critical acclaim.
One of Friendly's most notable accomplishments is his role as the producer and creative force behind the successful Big Momma's House franchise, which has grossed over $400 million worldwide. This franchise has cemented Friendly's status as a talented and innovative producer.
In 2006, Friendly founded his own production company, Friendly Films, where he has continued to produce a wide range of films. Prior to launching his own company, Friendly partnered with financier/producer Marc Turtletaub to form Deep River Productions, where he produced films such as Little Miss Sunshine and Laws of Attraction.
Before his work at Deep River Productions, Friendly served as President of Davis Entertainment from 1994 to 1999, where he produced numerous films. This led to a first-look producing deal at 20th Century Fox, where he produced films such as Big Momma's House, Here on Earth, Courage Under Fire, Out to Sea, and Doctor Dolittle.
Friendly's career in film production began at Imagine Entertainment, where he executive produced films such as My Girl, For Love or Money, and Greedy. During his tenure at Imagine, he rose to the position of President of Production, overseeing films such as The Burbs, The Dream Team, Kindergarten Cop, and Backdraft.
Before entering the world of film production, Friendly began his career in journalism, serving as a staff writer for Newsweek at the age of 22. He later joined The Los Angeles Times, where he worked as an entertainment reporter and had his own weekly column, First Look.
Friendly is the son of the legendary journalist, news producer, and CBS President, Fred Friendly, who was portrayed by George Clooney in the Academy Award-nominated film Good Night, and Good Luck. Friendly serves on the Board of the Producers Guild of America and has produced the 2009 and 2010 Producers Guild Awards Show. He is also an active member of the 'Friends Board' with The Saban Free Clinic, which provides affordable, quality healthcare to those in need.
