Sam Hoffman
- Known for
- Directing
Biography
Hoffman produces and periodically directs the CBS drama Madam Secretary. He is also developing, with producing partner Frances McDormand, an adaptation of Michael Pollan’s best-seller The Omnivore’s Dilemma. Hoffman created the web series Old Jews Telling Jokes, which has been viewed over 50 million times, released on DVD, and broadcast on the BBC. His book, based on the series, is now in its sixth printing and the off-Broadway play derived from the series currently tours throughout North America. Feature films he has produced include Wes Anderson’s Moonrise Kingdom, John Carney’s Begin Again, and Richard Loncraine’s 5 Flights Up. Earlier in his career, Hoffman also assistant directed such acclaimed titles as The Royal Tenenbaums, School of Rock, Donnie Brasco, Dead Man Walking, and Groundhog Day.
Known For
Filmography
Elsbeth
TV · Director · 1 ep
Evil
TV · Director · 2 eps
Humor Me
Movie · Director
Madam Secretary
TV · Director · 6 eps
The Oranges
Movie · Second Unit Director
Hanna
Movie · First Assistant Director
Old Jews Telling Jokes
Movie · Director
The Producers
Movie · First Assistant Director
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
Movie · First Assistant Director
The School of Rock
Movie · First Assistant Director
Porn 'n Chicken
Movie · First Assistant Director
The Royal Tenenbaums
Movie · First Assistant Director
The Curse of the Jade Scorpion
Movie · First Assistant Director
The Concert for New York City
Movie · First Assistant Director
Center Stage
Movie · First Assistant Director
The Object of My Affection
Movie · First Assistant Director
Sleepers
Movie · Second Assistant Director
Strange Days
Movie · Second Second Assistant Director
Dead Man Walking
Movie · Second Assistant Director
Rudy
Movie · Second Second Assistant Director
Carlito's Way
Movie · Assistant Director
Groundhog Day
Movie · Second Second Assistant Director