
Personal info
Known for
Producer
Gender
Male
Birthday
23 March
Location
Florida, United States
Edit pageBeau Flynn
Biography
Beau Flynn is an American film producer known for his consistent involvement in commercially successful and action-packed films. Born on March 23, 1970, in Miami, Florida, Flynn has established himself as a prominent figure in the film industry, with a career spanning several decades and a reputation for delivering big-budget spectacles.
Early Life and Career Beginnings: Initially, Flynn had aspirations of working on Wall Street and studied at the Stern School of Business at NYU. However, during his time at the university, he transferred to the College of Arts & Sciences and discovered a passion for filmmaking. After graduating in 1993, he started in the mailroom at Profile Records before pursuing his dream in the film industry. His first job in the industry was as an executive assistant to producer Scott Rudin.
Producing Career Highlights: Flynn has been a prolific producer, with over 60 films and TV shows to his credit. He often works with actor Dwayne Johnson, having collaborated on numerous projects that have become global hits.
Before establishing his current company, Flynn Picture Company, he was a partner in Contrafilm with Tripp Vinson for a decade, until they parted ways in 2011. Together at Contrafilm, they produced films like Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008), The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005), and The Rite (2011).
Some of Beau Flynn's most notable producing credits include:
- San Andreas (2015): A disaster film based on his original idea, which became a significant box office success.
- Rampage (2018): Another successful action film starring Dwayne Johnson.
- Skyscraper (2018): An action-thriller also starring Johnson.
- Journey 2: The Mysterious Island (2012): A fantasy action-adventure sequel
- Hercules (2014): A mythological action film.
- Baywatch (2017): A comedic action film based on the popular TV series.
- Jungle Cruise (2021): A Disney film based on the theme park ride, starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt.
- Red Notice (2021): An international action-thriller for Netflix.
- Black Adam (2022): A DC Comics film starring Dwayne Johnson.
Flynn is also involved in upcoming projects, including a live-action adaptation of Disney's Moana (2026) and sequels for Red Notice. He has also produced independent films such as Requiem for a Dream (2000), Tigerland (2000), Choke (2008), and The House of Yes (1997).
Flynn is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the Producers Guild of America. He is married to actress Marley Shelton, and they have two children.