Frank Marshall

Frank Marshall is a distinguished American film producer and director celebrated for his influential contributions to some of Hollywood’s most iconic franchises. With a career spanning over five decades, he has established himself as one of the industry’s most powerful and respected figures.

Bio

Born Frank Wilton Marshall on September 13, 1946, in Glendale, California, he is the son of musician Jack Marshall. He graduated from UCLA in 1968 with a degree in political science. At UCLA, Marshall was active in collegiate soccer and the arts, including music and drama. His film career began after meeting filmmaker Peter Bogdanovich, an encounter sparked by a chance invitation from his parents.

Early Life

Raised in Van Nuys and Newport Beach, California, Marshall grew up immersed in creative influences, particularly from his father, a guitarist and composer. This early environment fostered his passion for film and music, guiding his path into the entertainment industry.

Family

In 1987, Marshall married fellow producer Kathleen Kennedy. Together with Steven Spielberg, they co-founded Amblin Entertainment in 1981 and later The Kennedy/Marshall Company in 1991. The couple has two children and has been behind many of Hollywood’s biggest hits.

Career

Marshall’s career began in the late 1960s working with Peter Bogdanovich on films such as Targets (1968). He collaborated with Martin Scorsese on The Last Waltz (1978) and The Warriors (1979). Co-founding Amblin Entertainment, he produced classics including Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) and Poltergeist (1982). Later, The Kennedy/Marshall Company produced acclaimed films like The Sixth Sense (1999), Seabiscuit (2003), and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008). As a director, Marshall helmed films such as Arachnophobia (1990), Alive (1993), Congo (1995), and Eight Below (2006). His recent documentary projects include The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart (2020), Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story (2022), and The Beach Boys (2024).

Net Worth

Frank Marshall’s estimated net worth is approximately $300 million. His financial success is driven by a prolific career producing blockbuster franchises like Jurassic World, which grossed over $1.7 billion. With a combined global box office total of around $9.4 billion, Marshall ranks among the top 10 highest-grossing producers in Hollywood history.