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.
Acting
Crew
Movie
Groundhog Day
Second Second Assistant Director
1993
Movie
Moonrise Kingdom
Executive Producer
2012
Movie
The School of Rock
First Assistant Director
2003
Movie
The Royal Tenenbaums
First Assistant Director
2001
Movie
Begin Again
Executive Producer
2014
Movie
The Darjeeling Limited
Line Producer
2007
Movie
Sleepers
Second Assistant Director
1996
Movie
Hanna
First Assistant Director
2011
Movie
Carlito's Way
Assistant Director
1993
Movie
The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou
First Assistant Director
2004
Movie
Strange Days
Second Second Assistant Director
1995
Movie
Dead Man Walking
Second Assistant Director
1995