Benny Safdie

Benjamin Safdie (born February 24, 1986) is an American film director, screenwriter, actor, and film editor best known for working with his older brother Josh as a filmmaker. His directorial works include Heaven Knows What (2014), Good Time (2017), and Uncut Gems (2019). Transitioning towards acting, Safdie was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his role in Good Time and has since taken on roles in films such as Licorice Pizza (2021), Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. and Oppenheimer (both 2023). He co-created, co-wrote and starred in the television show The Curse (2023).

Benny Safdie
Safdie in 2010
Born
Benjamin Safdie

(1986-02-24) February 24, 1986
New York City, U.S.
EducationBoston University
Occupation(s)Film director, screenwriter, actor, film editor
Years active2007–present
Spouse
Ava Francis
(m. 2013)
Children2
Relatives
  • Josh Safdie (brother)
  • Moshe Safdie (great-uncle)
  • Oren Safdie (first cousin once removed)
  • Dov Charney (first cousin once removed)
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