Languages

EnglishTamilOther Popular LanguagesBest Tamil by Genre
TrendingPeopleCategoriesArticlesAboutContact
Benny Safdie

Benny Safdie

Producer · Writer · Actor

Born February 24, 1986 · New York City, New York, USA

Benny Safdie is a filmmaker, actor, and editor known for his collaborations with his brother Josh. He has directed acclaimed films like Heaven Knows What, Good Time, and Uncut Gems, and has also appeared in notable films such as Licorice Pizza and Oppenheimer. His work often explores themes of crime and redemption.

1

Films reviewed

8.2

Avg. rating

Oppenheimer

Best-reviewed

2023

Years active

Advertisement

Biography

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 Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male. He has since appeared in high-profile films including Paul Thomas Anderson’s Licorice Pizza (2021), Kelly Fremon Craig’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. (2023), and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer (2023).

On television, he co-created, co-wrote, and starred alongside Nathan Fielder and Emma Stone in the Showtime series The Curse (2023).

On theIReview.com

Films featuring Benny Safdiethat we've reviewed.

Oppenheimer poster★ 8.2

Oppenheimer

as Edward Teller, a Hungarian theoretical physicist known for being the "father of the hydrogen bomb"

Christopher Nolan · 2023

BiographyDramaHistory

RT 93%

Review Highlights

AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.

“The movie "Oppenheimer" has received largely positive reviews, with many praising its detailed and suspenseful storytelling, powerful sound production, and strong performances, particularly from Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer. Some reviewers have noted that the film may not be for everyone due to its intense subject matter, but those familiar with physics and chemistry appreciate its accuracy.”

From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Oppenheimer →

Selected Filmography

  • The Odyssey(2026)as Agamemnon
  • The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon(2014)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
  • The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 1 epas Self
  • The Super Mario Galaxy Movie(2026)as Bowser Junior (voice)
  • Uncut Gems(2019)Director
  • Obi-Wan Kenobi(2022)TV Series · 1 epas Nari
  • Good Time(2017)as Nick Nikas
  • Mr. Scorsese(2025)TV Series · 1 epas Self
  • The Smashing Machine(2025)Director
  • Licorice Pizza(2021)as Joel Wachs
  • Togetherness(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Craddock Brother #2
  • Happy Gilmore 2(2025)as Frank Manatee
  • Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.(2023)as Herbert Simon
  • Pee-wee as Himself(2025)TV Series · 2 epsExecutive Producer
  • The Curse(2023)TV Series · 10 epsas Dougie Schecter
  • The Odyssey: The Making of an Epic(2026)as Self (archive footage)
  • Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God(2023)TV Series · 3 epsExecutive Producer
  • Pieces of a Woman(2020)as Chris
  • The Groomsmen(2006)Production Assistant
  • Ren Faire(2024)TV Series · 3 epsExecutive Producer

Sources

Advertisement