Megan Griffiths is a multifaceted creative force in the film and television industry, boasting an impressive resume as a writer and director. Her extensive experience spans numerous networks and platforms, including HBO, EPIX, TNT, Hulu, USA, Fox, Netflix, and Amazon. Griffiths has helmed shows for these esteemed entities, demonstrating her versatility and adaptability in the ever-evolving landscape of television.
Prior to her television endeavors, Griffiths made a name for herself in the film world with her feature-length projects. Her debut film, Sadie, premiered at the 2018 South by Southwest Film Festival, showcasing a talented young cast led by Melanie Lynskey, John Gallagher Jr, Danielle Brooks, and Tony Hale. The film received widespread critical acclaim, with breakout performances from its young stars, Sophia Mitri Schloss and Keith L. Williams.
Griffiths's other notable film credits include Lucky Them, which starred Toni Collette, Thomas Haden Church, and Johnny Depp, and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival before being distributed by IFC Films. Her feature Eden, based on the true story of a young woman's harrowing experience with human trafficking, was a breakout hit at SXSW 2012, earning Griffiths the Emergent Narrative Director Award, the Audience Award for Narrative Feature, and a Special Jury Prize for lead actress Jamie Chung.
The Off Hours, another feature-length project directed by Griffiths, premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival and was later distributed by Film Movement. Griffiths has also produced several other projects, including the absurdist buddy comedy The Catechism Cataclysm, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and the critically acclaimed film Your Sister's Sister, directed by the late Lynn Shelton, a close friend and frequent collaborator.
In addition to her work behind the camera, Griffiths has been recognized for her contributions to the film industry. She is a member of the director's branch of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences and has received numerous accolades, including the 2012 Stranger Genius Award for Film, the 2013 City Arts Film Artist of the Year award, and the 2015 Seattle Mayor's Award for Film. Griffiths serves on the board of Northwest Film Forum and is an active advocate for sustainable production practices.
Beyond her work in film, Griffiths is also a writer and commentator, sharing her insights and experiences on her blog, Thoughts on Film, and contributing to the film commentary site, The Talkhouse.
