David Leitch: A Biography

By McKee Kleiber

From fearless stuntman to visionary director, DAVID LEITCH: A Biography traces the electrifying journey of one of action cinema's most innovative storytellers. This compelling narrative captures how Leitch transformed his early passion for performance and physicality into a groundbreaking career that redefined what modern action films could be. Raised with a love for martial arts and performance, Leitch's beginnings were humble yet driven by relentless ambition. He carved a name for himself in the shadows of Hollywood, becoming the trusted stunt double for some of the biggest stars in the business. But his creative instincts pushed him further, leading to the formation of 87Eleven Action Design-an industry-shaking force that revolutionized fight choreography with brutal beauty and unmatched precision.
The biography explores his transition behind the camera, co-directing the cult sensation John Wick, and then going solo with bold hits like Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2, Hobbs & Shaw, and Bullet Train. With each film, Leitch didn't just deliver spectacle-he brought style, emotion, and intelligence to a genre often overlooked for its artistry. Through rich storytelling and in-depth insight, this book reveals the philosophy behind his kinetic visuals, his eye for casting dynamic ensembles, and the respect he's earned from actors and filmmakers alike. DAVID LEITCH: A Biography is a tribute to a filmmaker who never stopped pushing boundaries and whose legacy continues to shape the pulse of modern action cinema.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F6JZTR14
• ISBN13: 9798281407625
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"