Drew Pearson

Cast · Writer

Born

March 17, 1981 · Mt Druitt, New South Wales, Australia

Birth name

Andrew Wylie Pearson

Drew Pearson is an actor, writer, and executive producer with a strong background in performance and screen development. He studied at ACTT and the Australian Academy of Dramatic Arts, later being selected for worldwide AIPA's prestigious Professional Masterclass in Los Angeles. Drew played a leading role and associate produced The Day Hollywood Died (official finalist at the 2012 European Independent Film Festival, Paris), and went on to star in The 5th Shadow opposite Joel McIlroy, as well as appear in Suing the Devil alongside Malcolm McDowell and Tom Sizemore. His screen credits also include 50-50 (with Jess McNamee), Horizons Crossing (with Aaron Glenane), An Open Letter to Uncle Edgar (Cannes Short Corner), and guest roles in the ABC's AFI-winning Double the Fist. In 2023, Drew starred in and executive produced AACTA and SPA Nominated film Streets of Colour, acting opposite AACTA nominee Rahel Romahn. His stage work includes lead roles in Don Juan on Trial, Our Town, Miss Julie, and The Visit. Now a co-founder and studio executive at SkyCross Entertainment, Drew focuses heavily on creating bold, socially conscious stories, including co-writing and developing BOX 33. He is driven by a passion for original storytelling and building high-quality Australian screen content with global impact.