Who is kurt sutter

If anyone cares. Thanks for taking a look. I know the impact of my process. I take what I do very seriously. I pride myself on having a supportive and empowering set. I try to acknowledge all the hard work everyone does. And I try to pass that philosophy down to my writers and producers so they do the same.

Disney letting me go today was apparently based on data collected by HR and Business Affairs from writers, producers, cast and crew. They claim the intel suggests that I created a climate of hostility, favoritism and enabled a set where no one felt safe or appreciated. What I do own, what I see now in hindsight, is that detaching myself so much this season was a mistake. I understand how it was perceived as me sticking my head in the sand. And that people felt like no one was steering the ship.

The reason I decided to do it, was because the network forced me to hire a directing EP to run the production end. So I did. He came in with a lot of experience and his enthusiasm gave me confidence he could do the job.

So, with Elgin, the new EP in place, and with Jon Pare our great line producer, I stayed focused on story, writing and post. Never did I think the ship was off course until after mid season when I suddenly was bombarded with unfavorable reports about the tension on set.

So yes, there were complaints. A decision on a third season has not yet been determined, but Sutter had already announced that he would be ceding day-to-day showrunner duties to James in the event of its return. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. October 17, am. Logo text. Related Stories. Apparently, Disney HR and Business Affairs has conducted an investigation into the unacceptable conditions that have been created on the set of Mayans in season 2.

It appears that philosophy has backfired. Not the way I wanted to end my 18 year relationship with FX. At least being fired for being an abrasive dick is on brand. My arrogance and chronic distraction has created wreckage. Just know, I adore this cast and crew.

Production on the second season of Mayans M. Last month, Sutter told fans at the season 2 premiere that he will step down from his executive producer role should his Sons of Anarchy spin-off earn a third season from FX. The Hollywood Reporter was first to break the news about Sutter. FX would not comment.

Disney acquired the basic cable network as part of its overall purchase of 21st Century Fox earlier this year. A studio spokesman declined to comment.