Geoff Johns, born on January 25, 1973, in Detroit, Michigan, is a prominent American comic book writer, screenwriter, and producer.He is renowned for his significant contributions to DC Comics, where he has revitalized iconic characters and narratives.
Johns pursued studies in media arts, screenwriting, film production, and film theory at Michigan State University.After graduating in 1995, he relocated to Los Angeles and secured a position as an assistant to director Richard Donner, known for films like "Superman: The Movie" and the "Lethal Weapon" series.
In 1999, Johns began his career in comic books with DC Comics, writing "Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E." and co-creating the character Stargirl, inspired by his late sister, Courtney.He gained acclaim for his work on series such as "The Flash," "Green Lantern," "Teen Titans," and "Justice Society of America."Notably, he played a pivotal role in the resurgence of the Green Lantern franchise, introducing significant story arcs like "Sinestro Corps War" and "Blackest Night."
Beyond comic books, Johns has made substantial contributions to television and film.He co-developed the TV series "The Flash" (2014–2023), "Titans" (2018–2023), and "Doom Patrol" (2019–2023).He also created and produced "Stargirl" (2020–2022) and "Superman & Lois" (2020–present).His involvement in the DC Extended Universe includes writing and producing for films such as "Aquaman" and "Shazam!."