Stu Levy is a multifaceted entrepreneur, producer, director, and writer who has made a significant impact across various mediums, including graphic novels, film, television, and new media. As the founder of the pioneering media company TOKYOPOP, Stu is credited with establishing the manga market in North America.
As a producer, Stu has been involved in the development of numerous live-action and animated feature films and television shows, including adaptations of Alex Unlimited and Mail Order Ninja. He has also produced English adaptations of television and home video anime series, such as Initial D, GTO, and Rave Master. Stu's first major studio feature film as Executive Producer was Priest, which was released theatrically worldwide in 2011 through Sony Pictures.
In addition to his work as a producer, Stu has also directed two feature films, including the award-winning feature debut Van Von Hunter, as well as the 8-episode docu-reality series America's Greatest Otaku and several music videos. Stu has also written the Princess Ai and Juror 13 graphic novels, as well as Karma Club and Sailor Moon novels.
Stu is fluent in Japanese and is a licensed California attorney. He serves as the chair of the Producers Guild of America's International Committee, its Online Video Committee, and the PGA Producers Showcase (ProShow). He was previously a Board Member of its New Media Council and actively oversees two YouTube Channels, one for TOKYOPOP and one for the PGA.
Stu's philanthropic activities have included supporting Japan's Tohoku tsunami recovery, projects with the Make-a-Wish Foundation, and literacy advocacy. In his free time, Stu enjoys speaking at industry events, guest lecturing to students, and participating in endurance athletics. He is also an avid amateur composer and iPhone photo enthusiast, and loves taking pictures of food.
