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A Corps Experience: Hollywood Writer Graham Roland Got His Start as a Marine - Marine Corps Association

As Hollywood Exodus Squeezes Veteran Filmmakers, Marine Vet Launches Pipeline From Battlefield to Backlot | by Joel Searls | Oct, 2025 | Medium

5 Things to Know About ‘The Terminal List: Dark Wolf’ | by Joel Searls | Oct, 2025 | Medium

Team Rubicon Answers the Call After the Texas Floods - Marine Corps Association

The early projections for the VA's 2026 disability COLA increase

Robert T. Kiyosaki - A Rich Life: Vietnam Veteran Turned Entrepreneur Tells His Story

This 71-year-old Air Force veteran will compete in pickleball at the National Senior Games

How Jack Carr's Time as a Navy SEAL Permeates 'The Terminal List' Universe

Vietnam veteran and billionaire founder of FedEx Frederick W. Smith dies at 80

Veteran creatives honored at the first-ever Military & Veteran Entertainment Awards

'The Pursuit of Happyness' was Navy veteran Christopher Gardner's incredible real-life underdog story

How a Military Veteran's Experience in Vietnam Inspired Him to Write 'Cast Away'

Legendary director, 'Dirty Harry' actor and Army veteran Clint Eastwood turns 95

Interview: Country pop music star Jessie James Decker on growing up in a military family, songwriting and patriotism

Loretta Swit, popular M*A*S*H star, passes away at 87

'Terminal List' Prequel Series 'Dark Wolf’ Delves into the Darker Side of Warfare

This Gem of a Movie About an Airman’s Brush with Death Holds Up 80 Years Later

Ally Racing to honor fallen Vietnam Veteran during Coca-Cola 600 with custom car

Why the Air Force wouldn't take George Lucas as an officer

Mr. T: 80s icon, US Army veteran, pitier of fools, former pro-wrestler and A-Team star turns 73!

How Gordon Logan went from the Air Force to founding Sports Clips

Before Clive Cussler was a best-selling novelist, he served in the Korean War

How ‘My Dead Friend Zoe’ Reflects its Director’s Real-Life Military Experiences

Jack Nicholson, Hollywood Icon and military veteran, turns 88

'My Dead Friend Zoe' Delivers an Eye-Opening Message for Military Veterans

Military and Veteran Entertainment Awards announce star-studded lineup

Drama films released by Army vet Barry Reardon at Warner Brothers

These action films were championed by Army veteran Barry Reardon at Warner Brothers

'Warfare' Is One of the Best War Movies of the Post-9/11 Era

4 Questions for 'Warfare' Filmmakers Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza

We can thank US Army veteran Barry Reardon for 'The Matrix,' 'Batman Returns,' 'Driving Miss Daisy,' 'Lethal Weapon' and more

Before he cast 'The Godfather,' Fred Roos served two tours in South Korea

How two Army veterans built Hooters internationally

'You can be my wingman anytime:' Val Kilmer dead at 65

WATM reviews military film, 'Valiant One' and interviews stars of movie

Peter Buck, Subway founder and nuclear physicist, worked on nuclear reactors for the US Navy

Exclusive interview with the Royal Marine Commandos who created 'Sunray: Fallen Soldier' film

George Foreman, two time World Heavyweight Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist dies at 76

Kurt Russell, Hollywood star actor and military veteran, turns 74

Dolly Parton's husband of nearly 60 years and US Army veteran, Carl Dean, dies at 82

Gene Hackman, who lied about his age to enlist in the USMC, dead at 95

Retired Navy Chief, Command Investigator and Naval base Detective is now a tech advisor for NCIS

Tom Selleck, iconic actor and military veteran, turns 80

Nearly 80 years ago, Gene Hackman lied about his age to enlist

Paul Maslansky, Army veteran and 'Police Academy' creator, dies at 91

The Circle Makes Its Rounds: ‘NCIS’ Producer Chas. Floyd Johnson on Military Service and Hollywood Success

The Chosin Few Digest Oct-Nov-Dec 2022 - Mighty Heroes: Honoring The Chosin Few Reunion 2022

USMC Vietnam Veteran and PXG Founder, Bob Parsons, issues $1 million matching challenge for California Wildfire Relief Efforts

Before Tatiana Zappardino's was on 'Tulsa King,' she served in the USMC

Bob Uecker: Army veteran, Major League Baseball pro, broadcaster and actor dies at 90

World War II veteran responsible for Mattel, Barbie, Hot Wheels, He-Man, Polly Pocket and more

Wicked's World War II veteran connection

Minnesota Vikings Defensive End Pat Jones II collabs with Polaris and Call of Duty

Charles Dolan, WWII veteran and founder of HBO, AMC dies

Dick Van Dyke, World War II Army Air Corps veteran and Hollywood icon, turns 99!

Jonathan Winters, top-level comedian and voice actor, served as a US Marine in WWII

Don LaFontaine, aka 'Movie Trailer Guy,' was an Army veteran

Before Chuck Taylor was making Converse, he was a WWII military basketball coach

Chuck Woolery, game show icon and Navy veteran dies at 83

Billionaire Donald J. Hall, former Chairman of Hallmark Cards and US Army veteran, dies at 96

Don Shula, winningest coach in NFL history, was also a US Army National Guard veteran

Dennis Franz, NYPD Blue actor and Army airborne Vietnam Veteran, turns 80

Gordon Carroll, producer of 'Alien' films, was also an Army veteran

Nike was co-founded by these two Army veterans

John Amos, prolific actor and Army veteran from Roots, The West Wing, dead at 84

Happy 100th birthday, Jimmy Carter! President, humanitarian and US Navy veteran

91-year-old Hollywood legend Tom Skerritt is a USAF veteran

From Corps to Comedy - Marine Corps Association

Tommy Cash: Army veteran, country singer and brother of Johnny Cash, dies at 84

Before 'Chi-Chi' Rodriguez was a golf legend, he served in the U.S. Army

James Earl Jones, legendary Hollywood actor, Broadway Star and Army Veteran, passes away at 93

How Lucille Ball exposed a WWII Japanese spy plot with her dental fillings

WWII Veteran Frank Herbert broke new ground in science fiction with the 'Dune' books

Wally Amos, Famous Amos cookies, a USAF veteran

Bob Newhart, comedy legend and US Army veteran passes at 94

Dr. Ruth Westheimer, acclaimed sex therapist and Israeli Defense Force sniper, dies at 96

J.D. Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' hits on many levels

WWII vet and Hollywood icon Mel Brooks celebrates the big 9-8

The Marine Corps connection to Stetson Hats, a mainstay of American West culture

Before Bill Cobbs was a successful actor, he served in the Air Force

'The Wizard of Oz' and its military and veteran connections

Before Willie Mays was a World Series champion, he served in the Army

Before Richard Brooks won an Oscar, he was a Marine

5 iconic producers who were also veterans

Joel Searls – Medium

Frederick W. Smith, decorated Vietnam Veteran and founder of FedEx, awarded 2024 Veteran of the Year

FedEx Founder Frederick W. Smith - Marine Corps Association

'Lawmen: Bass Reeves' explores the rise of one man from slavery to Deputy Marshall

WATM Exclusive: 'The Bloody Hundredth's' Emmy Award-winning director on the untold stories of WWII

This Clint Eastwood film producer was a USMC veteran

Marine Infantry to Entertainment Industry

5 timeless artists who served their country

Exclusive interview with Capt Dale Dye, USMC (ret.) military advisor for 'Masters of the Air'

'Rocky,' 'Goodfellas,' and more: the films of producer and veteran Irwin Winkler

From 'The Godfather' to 'Space Jam' Army veteran Michael Chapman worked his magic on these films

Lonesome Soldier; a dramatic war thriller that delivers on all levels

Gene Hackman, Marine Corps veteran and Oscar-winning actor turns 94

One CA Podcast | Civil Affairs Association - Major Rob Boudreau interviewing Major Joel Searls

Norman Jewison, WWII veteran and 12-time Oscar winner, dead at 97

This WWII veteran wrote the screenplay for Spider-Man

Before he won 12 Oscars, director Norman Jewison fought in WWII

Lonesome Soldier; a dramatic war thriller that delivers on all levels

Before he was a TV star, Barry Corbin was a Marine

The 'Boys in the Boat' is a great and inspirational true story

Marine Adam Driver leads Ferrari into cinemas and beyond

Barbie's surprising connection with World War II

Jimmy Stewart: WWII vet, actor, American patriot

Norman Lear, World War II veteran, mogul TV producer dies at 101

Veterans Beer Club, founded by Marines, helps veterans from coast to coast

1st CAG's Human Dimension Podcast-Episode Two: BRIGHT STAR 2023

Discovery's 'Expedition Unknown' seeks to recover 200 lost American heroes

'Rocky' sidekick, USMC vet, real-life boxer: Burt Young dies at 83

From Combat to Screenwriting: A Marine's Hollywood Journey. Joel Searls

Exclusive: Chris Rangel of UNDR Industries and Veteran Militia Paintball

'Goonies' was produced by this WWII veteran

These 5 iconic writers were also veterans

Blockbuster hits released by Army veteran Barry Reardon at Warner Brothers

Amsterdam is the most fun you can have watching a film about veterans

1st CAG's Human Dimension Podcast-Episode One: Civil Affairs Reflections

WWII Naval Aviator and 'The Price is Right' host Bob Barker dies at 99

Diversity Aimed Officer Program - USMC

WATM Exclusive: Interview with 'Mending the Line' director Joshua Caldwell

Exclusive interview: Green Beret Nate Boyer hosts 'Survive the Raft' on Discovery

Shakespearean actors who served in the military

Their Lives Would Never Be the Same. In Some Ways, Neither Would Mine.

Oscar-winning directors who served in the military

Jaws: The movie and the military veterans who made it

Transformers 6-movie collection steelbook is everything you need this summer

'Joe Pickett' Season 2 drops on Paramount+

A Few 'More' Good Men who were actors

'Mending the Line' film review

Interview with retired Marine Colonel Kevin Hudson, PXG for Heroes program

'All Quiet on the Western Front' film review

The veteran influences in The Silence of the Lambs

Exclusive: 'His Only Son' director, David Helling

The military influence in the Shogun series

Legendary 'Shogun' producer James Clavell was a WWII POW

'Silence of the Lambs' and other iconic films from USAF vet Jonathan Demme

More and more Marines who are actors

The Marine Corps gave me confidence - An interview with businessman and philanthropist Tom Monaghan

The children of literary icons and Hollywood stars who spent time in Vietnam

Meet the Army veteran artist and designer of 'Blade Runner,' 'Aliens' and 'Tron'

These are some of the most impactful veteran founders of successful businesses

Interview with JD Dillard, director of Devotion, and his father, Bruce Dillard, Naval Aviator

The military influences of the original King Kong

Freedom on Fire: A film about Ukraine's fight for freedom

The top films of World War II veteran and producer Saul Zaentz

The veterans who influenced 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'

Green Berets lead the 1208 Foundation in its mission to save lives

From 'Jaws' to 'A Few Good Men,' WWII veteran David Brown has produced some incredible films

Famous comedians who served their country

From 'Schindler's List' to 'Jurassic Park,' binge-watch these 5 films of Marine Corps vet Gerald R. Molen

Interview with Glen Powell, 'Devotion' actor and producer

The influential Silicon Valley execs are military veterans

The military veterans behind The Mod Squad television series

The veteran influences of the Jurassic Park film

Quinn Martin was a creator of top-level television and World War II veteran

These 5 incredible USMC veteran founders created global empires

Turning Advocacy into Action - MCA

The military veteran influences behind DC Comics

GI Joe cartoon voice actors who served

Corporal Jason Dunham, Medal of Honor awardee, featured in 'The Gift' documentary

Influencer Brandon William experiences the Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal screener and lives to tell about it

How Experience in the Combat of World War II Influenced the Twilight Zone's Creator

The military influences of G.I. Joe cartoons

The many shows of World War II veteran Rod Serling

Retrograde: The gritty, true story of the US departure from Afghanistan

Influencer Magnus Mitdbo takes on the Marines in shallow water grappling at Camp Pendleton

5 best military comedies of all time

These 5 brilliant veterans played key roles in Silicon Valley

Come Thanksgiving, I Will Think of His Sacrifice and the Human Cost of War

Come Thanksgiving, I Will Think of His Sacrifice and the Human Cost of War

From 'China Beach' to 'NCIS': 6 of the best military veteran TV writers

These incredible film directors also served in the military

5 great film editors who also served in the military

These military veterans were involved with All in the Family

'Devotion' is an incredible story of America's first Black Naval Aviator

Influencer and Navy veteran Austen Alexander tries out the Marine Corps PFT

WATCH: Marines challenge Olympic runner to combined CFT and PFT

“Not Bad for a Lance Corporal” - MCA

Honoring the 'Chosin Few' reunion in 2022

'Hungry Heroes' gets the full Explosive Ordnance Disposal experience at 29 Palms

'Tough as Nails' visits Camp Pendleton

New movie 'The Greatest Beer Run Ever' features the best true story, ever

Paddy the Baddy takes on the Marines for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

These 5 famous musicians were also military veterans

WATCH: Fitness influencers take on the Marines in the Combat Fitness Test

MVP is Nate Boyer's new, must-see film

Top cinematographers with military service

5 amazing actors who were also badass Marines

More great acting careers from military veterans

These 5 iconic writers were also veterans

5 top comic book artists who served in the military

More great cinematographers who served their country

Great Western actors who are military veterans

How faith, family and focus took this Marine through Iraq and to the Olympics

More top franchises created by veteran service members

Top 5 acting performances in film by military veterans

5 famous franchises founded by veterans

5 of the world's best war correspondents

5 of the greatest writers in history also served in the military

Dr. Seuss and other great writers who served in the Armed Forces

Top film executives and agents with military service backgrounds

5 great film composers who served in the military

5 more of our favorite chain restaurants founded by veterans

Peter Cullen Interview 2 of 2

Peter Cullen Interview 1 of 2

FedEx Founder: Frederick W. Smith

Top horror film performances by military veterans

From The Avengers to G.I. Joe, these are the top media franchises created by veterans

Top films produced by military veterans (and yes, Star Wars made the cut)

The top 5 short-lived military comics

Top franchises created by service members

Top 5 anti-hero military-based films

There's no business like his business: Jerry Weintraub, producer extraordinaire and US Air Force veteran

Who knew these top 5 chain restaurants were founded by military veterans?

Top 7 films directed by military veterans

Great actors who served during the First World War

Top 5 science fiction roles by military veterans

Top 5 Military Movie Endings

The 5 best military courtroom drama films

Top superhero performances portrayed by military veterans

Top 5 Military Video Game Series

Top 6 Military Films You Likely Haven't Seen

Top 5 military veteran performances on TV

Top 7 films written by military veterans

5 best military comedies of all time

WATCH: Force Recon Marine, Author, MMA Champion on service, PTSD and Saving Our Allies

How Deadwood's Jim Beaver embodies his Marine Corps values in all he does

Top 5 acting performances from Marine veterans

Top 5 westerns with great performances from veterans

'Hell Hath No Fury' like a WWII ambush; exclusive interview with director Jesse V. Johnson

This must-see documentary follows the recovery of lost troops from the Battle of the Pacific

From the USMC to the Texas Rangers, Hank Whitman continues to thrive

Why 'Turbo Cola' is the nostalgic 90s film we all need

New movie, 'A Journal for Jordan,' highlights faith, resilience, patriotism and love

Power. Betrayal. Greed. 'American Sicario' is the action film we need this holiday season

From investigating the Kennedy Assassination to ‘The Wonder Years,’ Dan Lauria has done it all

Post-Traumatic Winning: All Marine Radio host helps Marines deal with trauma

‘One Shot’ is the newest action-packed thriller you need to see

From Vietnam to ‘The Wire,’ actor John Doman on his time with the USMC and in Hollywood

From Marine One crew chief to ‘Criminal Minds,’ this military consultant brings his best to the set

This former Marine was the pioneer behind the Viper, Camaro, GTO, Hummer and more

John Wayne’s son speaks on military service, Hollywood life and his dad, ‘The Duke’

Navy veteran Bradley Snyder is a Paralympic Gold Medalist, author, and now, film producer

Movie making Marine shares story and insights to success

Mark Valley: West Point grad, Desert Storm vet, actor and podcast host sits down with WATM

Marine turned producer, director and entrepreneur breaks down the movie biz

Video game writer, novelist and Marine sergeant Justin Sloan shares his life journey

Actor, NYPD Captain (ret.) and Marine shares his incredible journey to his dream of acting

Interview with SSG Kenneth Lepore, Ohio Army National Guard Recruiter

Royal Marine Commandos turn experiences into action-packed web series, SUNRAY

Exclusive interview: Marine colonel turned Hollywood Producer Peter Barnett on The Sopranos, East Bound & Down, Narcos and the USMC

The Samurai Pulse, Episode One: Interview with SSG Ken Lepore of the Ohio Army National Guard.

Watch: Vietnam Veteran Capt Dale Dye on life, Hollywood and service.

Hard Charging-Real Hollywood Stories, Episode One: Interview with Captain Dale Dye, USMC (ret.)

From the Marine Corps to ‘Animal House’ to ‘Killing Reagan’: Exclusive interview with Tim Matheson

Marine and M*A*S*H Star Mike Farrell reflects on his career in Hollywood and how the Corps influenced his life

From the jungles of Vietnam to the Academy Awards, William Broyles still has the work ethic of a Marine

From gangs to the Navy and then to acting, James Tolkan has seen it all

How the voice of Optimus Prime was inspired by a Marine

We can thank this veteran for Magnum, P.I., and his service

From Vietnam to Editor-in-Chief of Parade Magazine, Marine Walter Anderson shares his story

Tim Abell- From Ranger to Hollywood Actor

10 Questions with Tom Skerritt: Hollywood icon and US Air Force veteran

10 questions with ‘The Outpost’ co-producer and American patriot: Henry Hughes

10 Questions with famed M*A*S*H* actor and comedian Jamie Farr

Interview with Hollywood icon and veteran, Robert Duvall

Interview with Brian Hanson: From Ranger deployments to Hollywood directing

10 Questions with Greg Bishop: From Bosnia to the Box Office

Revered film and stage actor Robert Gunton has a great story to tell about his service in the Army during Vietnam

Jason Cabell: a profile in passion, courage, and breaking down barriers

Peter Markle: From the US Army to USA Hockey and on to Hollywood

Famous novelist, former Marine reflects on service-WATM

From Vietnam to Star Trek: 10 Questions with Tucker Smallwood

Famous novelist, former Marine reflects on service

From homeless to Hollywood: 10 questions with Army veteran Steve Kuryla

How to tell your story from the heart: An interview with Norberto Barba

Harry Humphries is a Hollywood legend. But did you know he was a Navy SEAL?

From Generation Kill to This Is Us, Jon Huertas talks family, career and life in the Air Force

James Dever-USMC Article with Pictures

Movie Making Marine Shares Story and Insights to Success-USMC

Interview with veteran and Manager/Producer Lou Pitt

USC student selected as a finalist for the Humanitas Fellowship

USC Masters of Science in Finance Class of 2020 Graduation Speech: Begins at 21 min

Ten Questions with Writer/Director Rod Lurie of The Outpost

10 questions with Darryl Ponicsan: Navy vet and author extraordinaire

Interview with Hollywood Studio Head and US Marine Ron Meyer

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Jason Cabell: a profile in passion, courage, and breaking down barriers.

Creative Writing Life Podcast: Joel Searls on Working Your Way Up in Hollywood

Interviews with top Hollywood Entrepreneurs on the impact of COVID-19 on the industry

From Marine to Movie Maker: Joel Searls (’17), Investment Banking Associate, McCafferty & Company

Yugoslavian-born filmmaker makes feature film, ‘Maze of Fate,’ by doing 10,000 Uber rides

From convicted felon to George Lucas Scholar: USC student brings a fresh perspective to filmmaking