Charles Newirth

Charles Newirth, born on August 22, 1955, in Scarsdale, New York, is a distinguished American film producer known for his extensive work in the film industry. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Photography and Cinema from Ohio State University, which laid the foundation for his career in filmmaking.

Newirth began his journey in the industry as a location manager for notable films such as *Flashdance* (1983), *Pretty in Pink* (1986), and *Ferris Bueller's Day Off* (1986). His career progressed as he took on roles as a production manager for *Throw Momma from the Train* (1987) and *RoboCop* (1987), eventually earning his first associate producer credit on *The Package* (1989).

Among his career highlights, Newirth co-produced the critically acclaimed *Forrest Gump* (1994), which won multiple Academy Awards. He also worked on Barry Levinson's films, including *Toys* (1992) and the Oscar-nominated *Bugsy* (1991). His executive production credits are impressive, featuring films like *Hugo* (2011), *Ghosts of Mississippi* (1996), and *The American President* (1995).

In the early 2000s, he became a key player at Revolution Studios, where he supervised the production of 47 films, including *Black Hawk Down* (2001) and *Hellboy* (2004). After leaving Revolution in 2007, Newirth continued to contribute significantly to the industry, notably as an executive producer on major Marvel hits like *Iron Man 3* (2013) and *Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings* (2021).