James Genn is a multifaceted creative force, boasting a diverse career spanning over three decades as a film and television writer, producer, and director, hailing from Vancouver, Canada.
Throughout his illustrious career, James has amassed an impressive body of work, directing and producing hundreds of hours of television series, pilots, and feature films. His credits include multiple episodes of Wild Cards, The Good Doctor, Ginny and Georgia, Charmed, The Hardy Boys, Ransom, Rookie Blue, Call Me Fitz, and Kim's Convenience, as well as half a dozen television pilots, including WildCards, House Party, Seed, and the beloved feature Old Stock.
In addition to his extensive television credits, James has also made a significant impact in the world of short films, with the award-winning The Dog Walker being a standout example of his exceptional talent. His unique voice and exceptional quality of work have been recognized by numerous prestigious awards, including the Canadian Screen Awards, Genie, Gemini, and DGC awards, as well as the Philip Borsos Award.
Born and raised surrounded by art, photography, music, and film, James's early life laid the foundation for his future success. His early twenties were marked by the creation of a repertoire of sweet, quirky comedy films that garnered international recognition, with his work being showcased at festivals around the world.
Today, James is represented by Carl Liberman at the Characters Agency in Canada and Bill Douglass/Jennifer Good at Paradigm Agency in the US, solidifying his status as a respected and in-demand creative force in the entertainment industry.
