Career Timeline of Benny Safdie: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Benny Safdie made an impact.
Benny Safdie is an American filmmaker and actor, notable for his collaborative work with his brother, Josh Safdie. Their critically acclaimed films include "Heaven Knows What" (2014), "Good Time" (2017), and "Uncut Gems" (2019), where Benny's contributions span directing, writing, and acting. These films are known for their intense narratives, strong performances, and unique visual style, solidifying Safdie's reputation in independent cinema.
2009: Daddy Longlegs Film Release
In 2009, Benny Safdie and his brother Josh released their first feature film, Daddy Longlegs. They also wrote and edited the film.
2013: Lenny Cooke Documentary Debut
In 2013, Benny and Josh Safdie debuted the documentary film Lenny Cooke at the Tribeca Film Festival.
2014: Heaven Knows What Film Release
In 2014, Benny Safdie collaborated with his brother Josh on the film Heaven Knows What.
February 2016: Filming of Good Time Begins
In February 2016, the Safdie brothers began filming their crime thriller film Good Time in New York City, starring Benny Safdie and Robert Pattinson.
2017: Person to Person Appearance
In 2017, Benny Safdie appeared in Person to Person.
2017: Good Time Film Release
In 2017, Benny Safdie collaborated with his brother Josh on the film Good Time.
2017: Good Time Premiere and Award Nomination
In 2017, Good Time premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and competed for the Palme d'Or. Benny Safdie was also nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his performance.
2019: Uncut Gems Film Release
In 2019, Benny Safdie collaborated with his brother Josh on the film Uncut Gems.
2020: Pieces of a Woman Appearance
In 2020, Benny Safdie appeared in Pieces of a Woman.
2022: Stars at Noon and Obi-Wan Kenobi Appearances
In 2022, Benny Safdie appeared in Stars at Noon and the Disney+ miniseries Obi-Wan Kenobi.
November 2023: The Curse Premieres
In November 2023, The Curse, co-created by Benny Safdie and Nathan Fielder, premiered on Showtime. Safdie earned an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Supporting Performance in a New Scripted Series for his performance on the show.
2023: The Curse Series Release
In 2023, Benny Safdie co-created the satirical series The Curse.
2023: Film Appearances
In 2023, Benny Safdie starred in Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret and Oppenheimer.
2023: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. and Oppenheimer Appearances
In 2023, Benny Safdie starred in Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. and appeared in Oppenheimer as Edward Teller.
2025: Happy Gilmore 2 Appearance
In 2025, Benny Safdie appeared in Happy Gilmore 2.
2025: The Smashing Machine Release and Award
In 2025, Benny Safdie directed The Smashing Machine, starring Dwayne Johnson, and won the Silver Lion for Best Direction at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. The film was theatrically released in October 2025.
2026: Upcoming Roles
In 2026, Benny Safdie is set to reunite with Christopher Nolan on The Odyssey and will voice Bowser Jr. in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
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