Dwayne Johnson-Cochran

Dwayne Johnson-Cochran is a writer, producer and director.  His first screenplay 'My Tribe is Lost' sold to Steven Spielberg and DreamWorks. He is the co-creator of the NBC hit series "Minor Adjustments".  His directing debut, "Love and Action in Chicago" featured Regina King, Kathleen Turner, Courtney B. Vance, Jason Alexander and Ed Asner.

His documentaries include "Side by Side-The Story of the 50/50 Group of Sierra Leone," executive produced by former Secretary of State Madeline K. Albright and "Be Known" about jazz percussionist Kahil El-Zabar which was nominated for Best Independent Documentary Black Reel Awards.  Johnson-Cochran also produced the historical feature film “White Water” (2015) nominated for two NAACP Image Awards for Best Screenplay and Best Director.

In 2023, Johnson-Cochran wrote and executive produced 'Heist 88'. Starring Courtney B. Vance it is on Showtime. Heist 88 has been nominated for 3 NAACP awards (Best screenplay, Best Actor and Best Television Film)