Don Reid (producer)

Don Reid (producer) is an American film and television producer known for his collaborations with director Michael Mann and for producing major historical dramas. His career spans several decades, with notable work on acclaimed feature films and prestigious television projects. Reid has been recognized with industry awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for his television work.

Early life and education

Don Reid was born in Los Angeles, a major hub for the American film industry. He pursued his higher education at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he studied film and theater. His academic background provided a foundation in narrative storytelling and production logistics, which he would later apply to his professional work in Hollywood.

Career

Reid began his career working in various production roles on television series and films throughout the 1980s. His significant breakthrough came when he served as a co-producer on Michael Mann's influential television series Crime Story. This collaboration led to his work on Mann's epic historical film The Last of the Mohicans, where Reid served as a co-producer, contributing to the film's logistical and on-location production challenges. He later reunited with Mann as a producer on the film The Keep. Reid also produced the adaptation of Arthur Miller's The Crucible, directed by Nicholas Hytner and starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder. His television producing credits include work on the acclaimed HBO film The Tuskegee Airmen, which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award. Throughout his career, Reid has been associated with projects known for their historical scope, dramatic intensity, and high production values.

Personal life

Don Reid maintains a relatively private personal life, with limited public information available about his family or activities outside of his professional work. He has been based primarily in California throughout his career, residing near the center of the entertainment industry. His focus has remained predominantly on his producing career within the film and television sectors.

Filmography

A selected list of film and television productions includes: * The Keep (1983) – Producer * Crime Story (1986–1988) – Co-producer * The Last of the Mohicans (1992) – Co-producer * The Tuskegee Airmen (1995) – Producer * The Crucible (1996) – Producer * The Rat Pack (1998) – Producer

Awards and nominations

Reid's work has been recognized by several major industry organizations. He won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Television Movie for his role as a producer on The Tuskegee Airmen. The film also received a NAACP Image Award. His production The Rat Pack earned him a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Miniseries. These accolades highlight his consistent involvement in high-quality television films and miniseries.

Category:American film producers Category:American television producers Category:Primetime Emmy Award winners Category:University of California, Los Angeles alumni Category:1950 births Category:Living people