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Film Director, Producer & Media Executive
Doug McHenry is a distinguished filmmaker and media executive with over thirty years of experience in content development, production, distribution, and monetization. As the founder of ElephantWalk Entertainment and current CEO of Soul of the South Television, he has produced and directed over 25 major films and generated over $1 billion in worldwide revenue.
30+
Years in Media
$1B
Revenue Generated
JD/MBA
Harvard Graduate
25+
Films Produced
Career in Numbers
25+
Films Produced
7+
Films Directed
$1B+
Revenue Generated
35+
Years in Industry
Filmography
A comprehensive collection of films spanning four decades.
"Krush Groove" (1985), "New Jack City" (1991), "House Party 2" (1991), "Jason's Lyric" (1994), "House Party 3" (1994), "The Walking Dead" (1995), "A Thin Line Between Love and Hate" (1996), "Kingdom Come" (2001), "Two Can Play That Game" (2001), "House Party: Tonight's the Night" (2013)
"House Party 2" (1991), "Jason's Lyric" (1994), "House Party 3" (1994), "Kingdom Come" (2001), "The Brothers" (2001), "Two Can Play That Game" (2001), "The Salon" (2005)
"Jason's Lyric" (1994), "Body Count" (1998), "Keep the Faith, Baby" (2002, TV Movie)
"Thank God It's Friday" (1978, Business Affairs Executive), "Foxes" (1980), "The Hollywood Knights" (1980) — Production Executive
Revenue
Through ElephantWalk Entertainment since 1991, Doug has consistently delivered exceptional results, attracting investment from major Hollywood studios and networks including Warner Brothers, Sony Pictures, Fox, and all major broadcast networks.
Career Journey
Started as assistant to Peter Guber, Chairman of Casablanca Records and Filmworks, quickly rising to Director of legal and business affairs. Worked on "Thank God It's Friday," "Foxes," and "The Hollywood Knights."
Served as VP and head of TV Content for Avco Embassy Pictures, expanding expertise in television production and content development.
President of Video and Film for Solar Records, building expertise in music industry operations and video production.
Served as VP of Production for Quincy Jones Entertainment, gaining invaluable industry connections.
Founded Jackson/McHenry Company in 1984 with partner George Jackson, producing for Warner Brothers. Established ElephantWalk Entertainment in 1986. Produced "Krush Groove" (1985) and "New Jack City" (1991).
Made directorial debut with "House Party 2" (1991). Directed "Jason's Lyric" (1994), "The Brothers" (2001), and "Kingdom Come" (2001).
Named CEO and Principal of Soul of the South Television, a national broadcast TV network (Diginet), expanding influence in the digital television landscape.
Education & Background
Bachelor of Arts in Economics (1973). First African American Student Body President in university history; first African American Student Board Trustee.
Juris Doctor (JD) — 1977.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) — 1977, dual JD/MBA program graduate.
Licensed Attorney; passed California State Bar Examination (1977).
Son of US Army Colonel Irvin McHenry, born at Fort Knox, Kentucky; grew up on Army bases.
Achieved highest rank in Boy Scouts, demonstrating early leadership and commitment to excellence.
Current Roles
CEO & Principal — leading a national broadcast TV network (Diginet) focused on culturally relevant programming across the southern United States.
Managing Partner — continued film and television production with major Hollywood partnerships.
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