Rupert Wainwright is a renowned director, celebrated for his distinctive visual flair and compelling narrative style, which he brings to his work in feature films, television, and commercials.
His feature film "Stigmata" (MGM),starring Patricia Arquette, Gabriel Byrne, and Jonathan Pryce, is an innovative blend of classical horror and personal spiritual quest. Praised for its striking visuals, "Stigmata" opened at number one in the US and grossed over $100 million worldwide.
Wainwright's "The Fog" (Sony Pictures),featuring Tom Welling, Maggie Grace, and Selma Blair, also debuted at number one in US theaters. His festival favorite "The Sadness of Sex" was lauded by the Los Angeles Times as "an inspired tour de force," and his debut feature "Blank Check" (Disney) remains a beloved children's classic, providing parents with a few hours of peace worldwide. In television, Wainwright has directed for ABC, FOX, NBC, CBS, and History, as well as producing the Fox Sports coverage of the Sochi Winter Olympics and developing programs for Hulu.
Wainwright's latest feature project is the New York Times bestseller "Not Without Hope," a gripping true-life thriller about endurance in the face of an ocean tragedy, set to begin production in spring 2020.
Born in England, Wainwright studied at Oxford University while acting in British films such as "Another Country" and "Dreamchild." He later attended UCLA on a Fulbright scholarship, where he started directing music videos for notable artists including NWA, Michael Jackson, and MC Hammer. His commercial collaborations include Reebok, Gatorade, Sprite, Footlocker, and ATT, and he has directed winning bid films for the Olympics and FIFA World Cup.
Throughout his career, Wainwright has received numerous awards and accolades, including two Grand Effies, several MTV Video Music Awards, several Cannes Gold Dolphins, and a Grammy.
