Benny Safdie

Benny Safdie

39 · Born: Feb 24, 1986

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornFeb 24, 1986 New York City, New York, USA
Relatives
  • Josh Safdie (Sibling)

Biography

Born and raised in the iconic city of New York, specifically within the confines of both Queens and Manhattan, a place that undoubtedly played a significant role in shaping his artistic vision and creative perspective.

He embarked on his academic journey at Boston University's esteemed School of Communication, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for his future endeavors.

A frequent collaborator with his brother Josh Safdie, their partnership has yielded some truly remarkable and thought-provoking works of art.

As a multifaceted artist, he wears many hats, including that of a director, writer, editor, and actor. His impressive body of work includes critically acclaimed films such as "Daddy Longlegs" (2009),"Heaven Knows What" (2014),"Good Time" (2017),"Uncut Gems" (2019),and the highly anticipated "Oppenheimer" (2023).

Career

2026
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie as Bowser Jr. (voice)
2025
Happy Gilmore 2
Happy Gilmore 2 as Frank Manatee
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer as Edward Teller
The Curse
The Curse as Dougie Schecter
2022
Stars at Noon
Stars at Noon as CIA Man
2021
Licorice Pizza
Licorice Pizza as Joel Wachs
2020
2017
Good Time
Good Time as Nick Nikas
2010
2008
Yeast
Yeast as Riverguy 2
2025
The Smashing Machine
The Smashing Machine as Director, Screenplay
2019
Uncut Gems
Uncut Gems as Director, Writer
2017
Good Time
Good Time as Director
2015
2013
Lenny Cooke
Lenny Cooke as Director
2012
The Black Balloon
The Black Balloon as Director, Writer
2011
Straight Hustle
Straight Hustle as Director, Writer
2010
John's Gone
John's Gone as Director, Writer
2009
Daddy Longlegs
Daddy Longlegs as Director, Writer
2008
There's Nothing You Can Do
There's Nothing You Can Do as Director, Writer
2023
The Curse
The Curse as Creator