Derek Kolstad

Kolstad trained as a writer before entering the film industry, developing skills that would serve him well in his future career. His breakthrough came when he created the John Wick franchise, which launched in 2014. As the primary writer behind the first two installments, Kolstad's work on the series solidified his reputation as a master of action filmmaking. Since then, he has focused primarily on writing action-oriented projects, establishing himself as a key figure in the genre.