Benny Safdie
Benjamin Safdie (born February 24, 1986) is an American filmmaker, actor, and editor best known for his collaborations with his older brother, Josh Safdie. Together, the Safdie brothers have established themselves as leading voices in contemporary independent cinema with acclaimed films such as Heaven Knows What (2014), Good Time (2017), and Uncut Gems (2019).
In addition to directing, Benny has pursued a parallel career as an actor. His performance in Good Time earned him a nomination for the
On television, he co-created, co-wrote, and starred alongside Nathan Fielder and Emma Stone in the Showtime series The Curse (2023).
Born
Feb 24, 1986
New York City, New York, USA
Known For
Directing
Movies
30 acting
80 crew
Popularity
1.4
Known For
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
2026
as Bowser Jr. (voice)
Oppenheimer
2023
as Edward Teller
Happy Gilmore 2
2025
as Frank Manatee
Licorice Pizza
2021
as Joel Wachs
Good Time
2017
as Nick Nikas
Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
2023
as Herbert Simon
Pieces of a Woman
2020
as Chris
Stars at Noon
2022
as CIA Man
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