Anthony Russo

Biography

Anthony J. Russo is an American director, producer, and screenwriter who, alongside his brother Joe Russo, forms one of the most commercially successful filmmaking duos in history. After starting in independent film and earning critical acclaim for their work on television comedies like Arrested Development and Community, the Russos became the architects of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's biggest hits, including the highest-grossing superhero film of all time, Avengers: Endgame (2019). In 2026, Anthony Russo is once again at the center of the pop culture conversation. Following a brief pivot to streaming blockbusters through their studio AGBO, the brothers made a shock return to Marvel Studios. They are currently directing "Avengers: Doomsday", scheduled for theatrical release on December 18, 2026. The film marks a massive course correction for the franchise, reuniting the Russos with Robert Downey Jr., who returns not as Iron Man, but as the villainous Doctor Doom. Recent years have seen Russo focus on building AGBO into an independent powerhouse. In early 2025, he co-directed the retro-futuristic sci-fi film "The Electric State" (released March 2025 on Netflix), starring Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt. While the film drew significant viewership, it faced a polarized critical reception. He also continues to oversee the "Citadel" spy universe for Amazon Prime Video; after a delayed production, Season 2 is set to premiere in Spring 2026, with the Russos promising a "creative overhaul" following the first season's mixed response. Beyond directing, Russo is a prolific producer, shepherding the Extraction franchise (with a third installment in production as of 2025) and supporting independent storytellers through AGBO’s fellowship programs.