Former Paramount Exec Dan Cohen Joins Black Bear
Black Bear, the company behind movies such as Train Dreams and Sing Sing, has a new head of television distribution. The company, founded by Teddy Schwarzman, has hired former Paramount exec Dan Cohen in the role. It comes just over a year after Cohen left the studio ahead of its takeover by David Ellison’s Skydance. […]
Black Bear has appointed former Paramount Chief Content Licensing Officer Dan Cohen as its new head of TV distribution. Cohen's appointment marks a significant move for the independent studio as it expands its U.S. distribution business and invests further in post-theatrical licensing infrastructure. Previously, Cohen held key roles at Disney/ABC, Paramount, and Republic Pictures, where he held various leadership positions and secured distribution deals for numerous high-profile titles.
Black Bear CEO Teddy Schwarzman praised Cohen's expertise and strategic vision, highlighting the value he will bring to the company's growing distribution efforts. The appointment comes as Black Bear launches a U.S. distribution business in July 2025, aiming to release 10 to 12 films per year and establish itself as a major player in the post-theatrical marketplace.
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