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February 16, 2026
What Lionsgate's New Chief AI Officer Means for Filmmaking
Lionsgate, the film and TV studio behind big film franchises like The Hunger Games and John Wick, has appointed its first executive role dedicated to AI
TL;DR
- Lionsgate has appointed Kathleen Grace as its first Chief AI Officer (CAIO).
- Grace will drive AI adoption across the studio's entire pipeline, from production to distribution.
- Her role includes enhancing creative visions, improving operational efficiencies, and protecting intellectual property.
- The appointment occurs as Hollywood debates the impact of AI on creativity and jobs.
- Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer stressed the importance of 'appropriate guardrails' for AI adoption.
- The studio has previously experimented with AI, including a partnership with Runway for Gen AI in production.
- Industry observers highlight the need for dedicated leadership and governance as AI adoption deepens.
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