Benny Safdie is an American actor and filmmaker best known for directing the 2014 film Heaven Knows What, the 2017 film Good Time, and the 2019 film Uncut Games with his brother Joshua Safdie.
Benny Safdie Biography
| Full Name | Benjamin Safdie |
| Nickname | Benny Safdie |
| Profession | Actor and filmmaker |
| Date of Birth | 24 February 1986 |
| Age | 39 years (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | New York City, New York, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | New York City, New York, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Religion | Jewish |
| Hobbies | Update soon |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Columbia Grammar & preparatory School |
| College | Boston University College of Communication |
| Education Qualification | Graduated in 2008 |
Benny Safdie Age
Benny Safdie was born on 24 February 1986 in New York City, New York, United States. He is 39 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Pisces.
Benny Safdie Wife
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Ava |
| Spouse/Wife | Ava Rawski |
| Children | Son – Cosmo and Murray James Daughter – N/A |
Benny Safdie Family
| Father’s Name | Alberto Safdie |
| Mother’s Name | Amy Safdie |
| Brother’s Name | Josh Safdie |
| Sister’s Name | None |
Career
| Debut | Film – 2017 – Person to Person TV – 2016 – Togetherness |
| Awards | 2025 – Vince International Film Festival 2025 – Stockholm International Film Festival (honored) |
Benny Safdie Movies
- 2017 – Person To Person
- 2017 – Good Time
- 2020 – Pieces of a Woman
- 2021 – Licorice Pizza
- 2022 – Stars at Noon
- 2023 – Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret
- 2023 – Oppenheimer
- 2025 – Happy Gilmore 2
- 2026 – The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
- 2026 – The Odyssey
Benny Safdie Television
- 2016 – Togetherness
- 2022 – Obi-Wan Kenobi
- 2023 – The Curse
Benny Safdie Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 185 cm In meters – 1.85 m In feet & inches – 6’1” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 79 kg In pounds – 174 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Hazel |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Benny Safdie Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $4 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $300,000 to $500,000 |
| Salary (approx) | According to project |
| Income Source | Acting, endorsement, brands deals, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Benny Safdie
- Benny Safdie was born and raised in New York City, USA, to Alberto and Amy Safdie.
- He is of Syrian Jewish descent on his father’s side and Askenazi Jewish on his mother’s side.
- After his parents divorced, he spent time between his father in Queens and his mother and stepfather in Manhattan.
- Benny studied at Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School and graduated in 2005.
- After high school, he attended Boston University’s College of Communication and graduated in 2008.
- His close bond with his brother Josh played a significant role in shaping their creative careers in filmmaking.
- He starred in Good Time with Robert Pattinson and was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male.
- Benny appeared in the 2021 Paul Thomas Anderson film Licorice Pizza, alongside Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman.
- He married Ava Safdi (nee Rawski) in 2013, and they have two sons, Cosmo and Murray James.
- As of 2025, he is venturing into solo directing with the Smashing Machine, marking an exciting new phase of his career.
- Benny Safdie portrayed Edward Teller in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer.
FAQ:
How old is Benny Safdie?
As of 2025, Benny Safdie is 39 years old.
Who is Benny Safdie’s wife?
Since 2013, Benny Safdie is married to Ava Safdie.
What is Benny Safdie’s net worth?
As of 2025, Benny Safdie’s estimated net worth is $4 million.
Does Benny Safdie have kids?
Benny has two sons named Cosmo and Murray James.