John Wirth (television producer)
John Wirth is a television showrunner, producer, and writer. From 2012 to mid-2016, he was the showrunner and executive producer for the American Western series Hell on Wheels.[1]
His previous producer and writer credits include such series as The Cape (2011), the V remake (2009–2011), Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles (2008–2009), Love Monkey (2006), Ghost Whisperer (2005–2010), Nash Bridges (1996–2001), and Remington Steele (1982–1987).[1]
Hell on Wheels
On October 29, 2012, the AMC cable channel renewed Hell on Wheels for a third season.[2] It was also announced that series creators Joe and Tony Gayton would step down as series' showrunners, and series producer/writer/director John Shiban would take over.[3] Following the departure of Shiban, the renewal was put on hold until a replacement could be found.[4] On December 12, 2012, AMC announced that Wirth would be the new showrunner for the show's third season.[5] He remained as such throughout the series' run.
References
- 1 2 Goldberg, Lesley (December 12, 2012). "'Hell on Wheels' Season 3 a Go With New Showrunner John Wirth". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 12, 2013.
- ↑ Rice, Lynette (October 29, 2012). "AMC renews 'Hell on Wheels'". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved August 12, 2013.
- ↑ Andreeva, Nellie (October 29, 2012). "AMC's 'Hell On Wheels' Renewed For Third Season, Creators Joe & Tony Gayton Exit". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 12, 2013.
- ↑ Andreeva (November 1, 2012). "'Hell on Wheels' showrunner John Shiban departs, series' renewal on hold". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 12, 2013.
- ↑ Weisman, Jon (December 12, 2012). "Hell Unfrozen on AMC". Variety. Retrieved August 12, 2013.