Pathé UK & Pathé Strengthen Leadership

Ben Browning, president of motion pictures at FilmNation, has been named the co-CEO of Pathé UK and the global president of film for Pathé.

“We are delighted to announce that Ben has chosen to join Pathé in spearheading the revitalization of our international film lineup,” said Ardavan Safaee, chairman of Pathé Films. “His extensive experience, distinguished reputation and impeccable taste align perfectly with our vision to establish Pathé as a leading European studio. With Faith by his side, we are confident that we have assembled a formidable team poised to realize this ambitious goal.”

Browning will work closely with Faith Penhale, Co-CEO of Pathé UK. Together, they will drive the expansion of the studio’s activities across both film and television for global audiences. Both will report to Safaee.

Under Browning’s tenure, FilmNation produced critical and commercial hits, including Arrival, The Big Sick, Promising Young Woman, Conclave and Anora.

“I am sincerely grateful for the trust Jérôme Seydoux, Ardavan Safaee and Faith Penhale are placing in me to help lead this move back into global film for Pathé—a legendary company that means so much to all lovers of cinema,” said Browning.

“I have known and admired Ben for years; his taste and passion is symbiotic with that of Pathé’s, with a dedication to identifying and supporting with the most exciting film-maker talent,” said Penhale. “We are fortunate at Pathé to have the independence and confidence to build for the long term, and I’m looking forward to working with Ben and leading Pathé UK into a new era, as we create a thriving and diverse slate across film and television and a stimulating, supportive talent-centered environment.”