John Wirth is a television

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, producer, and writer. From 2012 to mid-2016, he was the showrunner and executive producer for the American

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series '' Hell on Wheels''. He is also credited as a co-creator, executive producer and writer for the

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series, '' Wu Assassins'' (2019). His previous producer and writer credits include such series as '' The Cape'' (2011), the '' V'' remake (2009–2011), '' Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles'' (2008–2009), '' Love Monkey'' (2006), ''

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'' (2005–2010), ''

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'' (1996–2001), and ''

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'' (1982–1987).

''Hell on Wheels''

On October 29, 2012, the AMC cable channel renewed ''Hell on Wheels'' for a third season. It was also announced that series creators Joe and Tony Gayton would step down as series' showrunners, and series producer/writer/director John Shiban would take over. Following the departure of Shiban, the renewal was put on hold until a replacement could be found. On December 12, 2012, AMC announced that Wirth would be the new showrunner for the show's third season. He remained as such throughout the series' run.

''Wu Assassins''

On June 29, 2018, it was announced that Wirth was credited as an executive producer, writer and co-creator of the

crime drama '' Wu Assassins''. The series premiered on August 8, 2019.

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