Sam Hoffman

Known for Directing

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.Read more

Movies & web series

Old Jews Telling Jokes

Evil

Moonrise Kingdom

Carlito's Way

Sleepers

Groundhog Day

The Royal Tenenbaums

Begin Again

Dead Man Walking

Rudy

The Darjeeling Limited

Madam Secretary

The School of Rock

The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou

Elsbeth

Strange Days

Center Stage

Hanna

The Curse of the Jade Scorpion

The Producers

Good Times

True Colors

Humor Me

The Object of My Affection

Wedding Daze

Sounds from a Town I Love

The Oranges

Tenderness

The Concert for New York City

Porn 'n Chicken

Camp OrangeRay

Furious