Sam Hoffman

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

Birth Location
Born

Movies

The Royal Tenenbaums as Paramedic
2001
True Colors as B.J.
1991

Movies

Humor Me Producer
2017
Humor Me Writer
2017
Humor Me Director
2017
Begin Again Unit Production Manager
2013
Begin Again Executive Producer
2013
Moonrise Kingdom Executive Producer
2012
The Oranges Second Unit Director
2011
The Oranges Executive Producer
2011
Hanna First Assistant Director
2011
Tenderness Unit Production Manager
2009
Tenderness Co-Producer
2009
Wedding Daze Producer
2006
The Producers First Assistant Director
2005
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou First Assistant Director
2004
Porn 'n Chicken First Assistant Director
2002
The Royal Tenenbaums First Assistant Director
2001
The Curse of the Jade Scorpion First Assistant Director
2001
Center Stage First Assistant Director
2000
The Object of My Affection First Assistant Director
1998
Sleepers Second Assistant Director
1996
Dead Man Walking Second Assistant Director
1995
Strange Days Second Second Assistant Director
1995
Carlito's Way Assistant Director
1993
Rudy Second Second Assistant Director
1993
Groundhog Day Assistant Director
1993