Josh Safdie

Josh Safdie
Josh being interviewed at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival
Born
Joshua Henry Safdie
(1984-04-03) April 3, 1984

Alma materBoston University
Occupations
  • Film director
  • producer
  • screenwriter
  • editor
Years active2007–present
SpouseSara Rossein
Children2
Relatives
AwardsFull list
Websiteelara.world

Joshua Henry Safdie (born April 3, 1984) is an American filmmaker. He is best known for writing and directing the crime thriller films Good Time (2017) and Uncut Gems (2019) with his younger brother Benny Safdie as the Safdie brothers.

In 2024, it was reported that he and his brother would no longer be directing together and would pursue solo careers. His first film since the split, Marty Supreme, was released on December 25, 2025, and earned him four Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director. It is his first solo directorial effort since 2008's The Pleasure of Being Robbed.