Joseph Kosinski

Joseph Kosinski is a director whose uncompromising style has quickly made a mark in the filmmaking zeitgeist. His five theatrical releases have grossed over $2.8 billion and been nominated for 7 Academy Awards and 2 Grammys. His film debut, TRON: LEGACY, earned $400 million and was nominated for an Academy Award for Sound Editing and a Grammy for the score by Daft Punk. For his sophomore feature Kosinski created the original science-fiction thriller OBLIVION starring Tom Cruise which grossed $288 million. Kosinski's third feature was the critically acclaimed ONLY THE BRAVE starring Josh Brolin, Miles Teller and Jennifer Connelly. Kosinski reunited with Cruise for TOP GUN: MAVERICK. The film grossed $1.5 billion, won the National Board of Review for Best Film, and was nominated for 6 Academy Awards (including Best Picture) and Best Director by the DGA. Kosinski recently directed and produced F1: THE MOVIE. The film stars Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem and has earned over $628 million making it the highest grossing sports film of all time. Kosinski received his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford and a Masters in Architecture from Columbia.

Courses and Content

Feb18
Spotlight
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)

Spotlight: Driving Box Office Success with Joseph Kosinski

With: Joseph Kosinski and Erica Elson

Spotlight: Driving Box Office Success with Joseph Kosinski

February 18, 2026
1:00PM - 2:00PM (PST)
With: Joseph Kosinski and Erica Elson
In this hour-long conversation for filmmakers of all levels, you’ll get a chance to ask questions about producing and directing some of Hollywood’s biggest films. Joseph Kosinski will discuss crafting memorable heroes, bringing his unique take to existing IP, and directing thrilling action sequences.