John Wells

John Wells

John Marcum Wells (born May 28, 1956) is an American theater and television producer, writer and director. He is best known for his role as executive producer and show runner of the television series ER, Third Watch, and The West Wing. His company, John Wells Productions, is currently based at Warner Bros. studios in Burbank, California. Wells is also a labor leader, and was elected president of the Writers Guild of America, West in 2009, after serving a prior term in that office from 1999–2001.

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John Wells Movies

Discover the best movies directed by John Wells. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated John Wells films ranked by score.

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Burnt

Burnt (2015)

Drama
Adam Jones torched his reputation in the kitchens of Paris, trading a brilliant career for excess and self-destruction. Now sober and humbled, he arrives in London with a singular obsession:...
Score 6.5
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August: Osage County

August: Osage County (2013)

Comedy Drama
When the patriarch of an Oklahoma clan vanishes, his three accomplished daughters return home to confront their caustic mother and each other. Resentments simmer beneath polite conversation, old wounds resurface,...
Score 6.9

John Wells TV Shows

Browse the ultimate list of TV shows directed or produced by John Wells. Find top-rated television series and episodic projects from John Wells.

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Shameless

Shameless (2011)

Comedy Drama
On the South Side of Chicago, the Gallagher kids have learned to do everything themselves, because their father Frank certainly won't. A charming, perpetually drunk con artist, Frank treats parenthood...
Score 8.2

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What are the highest-rated movies directed by John Wells? +
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by John Wells are Burnt, August: Osage County, and Shameless.
How many movies and TV shows has John Wells directed? +
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 3 titles directed by John Wells, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by John Wells worth watching? +
Yes! The overall filmography directed by John Wells maintains a strong average user rating of 7.2 out of 10 across all tracked titles.