

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).
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Unknown
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Bowser Jr. (voice)
2025
Self
2025
Frank Manatee
2024
John (Archival Footage)
2023
Dougie Schecter
2023
Edward Teller
2023
Herbert Simon
2022
CIA Man
2022
Nari
2021
Joel Wachs
2020
Chris
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Al Silverman
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Nick Nikas
2017
Eugene
2015
Craddock Brother #2
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Goldman
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John
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Riverguy 2
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Charles Riverbank
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Unknown
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Ralph Handel
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Business Man 2
2005
1st Cameraman
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Self
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Director
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Editor
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Screenplay
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Story
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Teleplay
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Executive Producer
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Producer
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Producer
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Casting Director
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Producer
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Co-Producer
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Production Assistant
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Sound Recordist
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Sound Mixer
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Sound Recordist
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Sound Recordist
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Sound Designer
2008
Sound Designer
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Thanks
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Creator
2011
Director of Photography
2010
Set Decoration
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