From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
On Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:45:19 -0700, "Ian J. Ball" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new >>contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from >>directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
I am appalled by it. Though I have questions. Does this just mean an
actor can't also direct an episode they are, an actor can't direct an
episode of a series they are in or an actor on a TV show can't direct
any episode. Also what about a actor who just does a guest spot on a
TV show. Are they also prevented from directing any episode of a TV
show?
Okay, so I read the article and it sounds like TV actors will still be >allowed to direct TV show episodes but only a limited number. Not sure
what the limit is but doing a one off seems fine.
On Jun 12, 2026 at 8:45:19 PM PDT, ""Ian J. Ball"" <ijball@mac.invalid> >wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
You'd always see episodes of TREK directed by members of the cast. It's so >common, I thought this was standard practice. Seems bizarre to outlaw at this >late date.
On Jun 12, 2026 at 8:45:19 PM PDT, ""Ian J. Ball"" <ijball@mac.invalid> wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
You'd always see episodes of TREK directed by members of the cast. It's so common, I thought this was standard practice. Seems bizarre to outlaw at this late date.
On Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:45:19 -0700, "Ian J. Ball" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
I am appalled by it. Though I have questions. Does this just mean an
actor can't also direct an episode they are, an actor can't direct an
episode of a series they are in or an actor on a TV show can't direct
any episode. Also what about a actor who just does a guest spot on a
TV show. Are they also prevented from directing any episode of a TV
show?
Okay, so I read the article and it sounds like TV actors will still be allowed to direct TV show episodes but only a limited number. Not sure
what the limit is but doing a one off seems fine.
On Jun 12, 2026 at 8:45:19 PM PDT, ""Ian J. Ball"" <ijball@mac.invalid> wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
You'd always see episodes of TREK directed by members of the cast. It's so common, I thought this was standard practice. Seems bizarre to outlaw at this late date.
. . .
Based on what's been written it seems that the number of opportunities
has dropped significantly. With fewer jobs they feel the need to
protect what is available. Even to the point that they said they are
trying to figure out how to enforce their rules overseas. Nothing like
some over reach to start the discussion.
I do wonder if this was ever even up for discussion before COVID. Or
is this something that people in the DGA just started to worry about
in the last few years? Certainly seems like people getting an
opportunity to direct is a good way to keep feeding people into the
DGA as they find themselves enjoying the experience and wanting to do
more.
Though maybe Adam has it right and they just want to force everyone
that wants to try directing to join the DGA and pay the dues.
Shatner let Nimoy Direct hooker to prove to Paramount that Nimoy could
direct a Star Trek movie,
did atropos@mac.com deliver unto us this message:
Jun 12, 2026 at 8:45:19 PM PDT, Ian J. Ball <ijball@mac.invalid> wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new >>>contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from >>>directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors."
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
You'd always see episodes of TREK directed by members of the cast. It's so >>common, I thought this was standard practice. Seems bizarre to outlaw at this >>late date.
This is how Penny "Queen of Directing" Marshall got her start -- she >directed some episodes of Laverne and Shirley.
shawn <nanoflower@notforg.m.a.i.l.com> wrote:
On Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:45:19 -0700, "Ian J. Ball" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
I am appalled by it. Though I have questions. Does this just mean an
actor can't also direct an episode they are, an actor can't direct an
episode of a series they are in or an actor on a TV show can't direct
any episode. Also what about a actor who just does a guest spot on a
TV show. Are they also prevented from directing any episode of a TV
show?
Okay, so I read the article and it sounds like TV actors will still be
allowed to direct TV show episodes but only a limited number. Not sure
what the limit is but doing a one off seems fine.
Shatner let Nimoy Direct hooker to prove to Paramount that Nimoy could
direct a Star Trek movie, in exchange for him guest starring on the TV
show. So they?re gonna put an end to that?
BTR1701 <atropos@mac.com> wrote:
On Jun 12, 2026 at 8:45:19 PM PDT, ""Ian J. Ball"" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
You'd always see episodes of TREK directed by members of the cast. It's so >> common, I thought this was standard practice. Seems bizarre to outlaw at this
late date.
Now you?ve changed my mind. Anything that allows Gates McMuffin to Direct should be outlawed.
shawn <nanoflower@notforg.m.a.i.l.com> wrote:
On Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:45:19 -0700, "Ian J. Ball" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
I am appalled by it. Though I have questions. Does this just mean an
actor can't also direct an episode they are, an actor can't direct an
episode of a series they are in or an actor on a TV show can't direct
any episode. Also what about a actor who just does a guest spot on a
TV show. Are they also prevented from directing any episode of a TV
show?
Okay, so I read the article and it sounds like TV actors will still be
allowed to direct TV show episodes but only a limited number. Not sure
what the limit is but doing a one off seems fine.
They are trying to force actors to join DGA to direct.
btw, there are plenty of directors of American movies who refuse to join
DGA. You can always tell when the main titles are at movie's end since a
DGA director's title is last in opening credits by contract.
shawn <nanoflower@notforg.m.a.i.l.com> wrote:
. . .
Based on what's been written it seems that the number of opportunities
has dropped significantly. With fewer jobs they feel the need to
protect what is available. Even to the point that they said they are
trying to figure out how to enforce their rules overseas. Nothing like
some over reach to start the discussion.
Directors who work on non-Hollywood productions or never set foot on set
of a US-based production aren't even DGA members. Producers based in
other countries aren't parties to the contract. DGA is trying to achieve world-wide jurisdiction. Good luck with that.
shawn <nanoflower@notforg.m.a.i.l.com> wrote:
. . .
Based on what's been written it seems that the number of opportunities
has dropped significantly. With fewer jobs they feel the need to
protect what is available. Even to the point that they said they are
trying to figure out how to enforce their rules overseas. Nothing like
some over reach to start the discussion.
Directors who work on non-Hollywood productions or never set foot on set
of a US-based production aren't even DGA members. Producers based in
other countries aren't parties to the contract. DGA is trying to achieve world-wide jurisdiction. Good luck with that.
There aren't always enough movies and tv episodes to go around. Actors
have put up with not acting since they no longer had studio contracts.
They are in a business with zero security and they work with people with
huge egos who do not give a shit about the business of entertainment,
that is, finding an audience. Hell, studio executives don't even like
movies and tv.
Producers don't get paid when they haven't sold a production. What, they should form a craft union too?
I do wonder if this was ever even up for discussion before COVID. Or
is this something that people in the DGA just started to worry about
in the last few years? Certainly seems like people getting an
opportunity to direct is a good way to keep feeding people into the
DGA as they find themselves enjoying the experience and wanting to do
more.
Though maybe Adam has it right and they just want to force everyone
that wants to try directing to join the DGA and pay the dues.
Before the SAG-AFTRA merger, actors had to join both unions, depending
on which had jurisdiction over a production. Plenty of actors weren't
paid adequately to justify the expense.
And Equity never merged, so in Chicago with actors going back and forth between AFTRA-jurisdiction television productions and unionized theater,
they still have to join both unions. I don't know what unions have jurisdiction over Broadway productions but I'm sure New York actors also
have to join multiple unions.
Directors are not in a craft. They are management. There should be no
guild.
Verily, in article <335211884.803058151.633574.anim8rfsk- cox.net@news.easynews.com>, did anim8rfsk@cox.net deliver unto us this message:
Shatner let Nimoy Direct hooker to prove to Paramount that Nimoy could
direct a Star Trek movie,
I didn't know that. That's pretty cool.
On 6/13/26 8:46 AM, anim8rfsk wrote:
BTR1701 <atropos@mac.com> wrote:
On Jun 12, 2026 at 8:45:19 PM PDT, ""Ian J. Ball"" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>>>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
You'd always see episodes of TREK directed by members of the cast. It's so >>> common, I thought this was standard practice. Seems bizarre to outlaw at this
late date.
Now you?ve changed my mind. Anything that allows Gates McMuffin to Direct
should be outlawed.
Well, she wasn't successful at it, was she?! ;p
On Jun 13, 2026 at 12:01:22 AM PDT, ""Adam H. Kerman"" <ahk@chinet.com> wrote:
shawn <nanoflower@notforg.m.a.i.l.com> wrote:
On Fri, 12 Jun 2026 20:45:19 -0700, "Ian J. Ball" <ijball@mac.invalid>
wrote:
From Variety:
https://variety.com/2026/film/news/dga-deal-terms-tv-actors-jobs-directors-1236780373/
"The Directors Guild of America has secured a provision in its new
contract that limits actors and others who work on TV series from
directing episodes, as it seeks to preserve jobs for career TV directors." >>>>
I don't know if I am amused by this or appalled. I think I am both.
I am appalled by it. Though I have questions. Does this just mean an
actor can't also direct an episode they are, an actor can't direct an
episode of a series they are in or an actor on a TV show can't direct
any episode. Also what about a actor who just does a guest spot on a
TV show. Are they also prevented from directing any episode of a TV
show?
Okay, so I read the article and it sounds like TV actors will still be
allowed to direct TV show episodes but only a limited number. Not sure
what the limit is but doing a one off seems fine.
They are trying to force actors to join DGA to direct.
btw, there are plenty of directors of American movies who refuse to join
DGA. You can always tell when the main titles are at movie's end since a
DGA director's title is last in opening credits by contract.
George Lucas got into a lot of hot water with the unions over the opening to STAR WARS, which contains no opening credits at all. Just that long crawl of yellow text receding into the distance. Apparently that violated a lot of 'rules'.
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