Brandon Trost
CameraAbout Brandon Trost
Brandon Scott Trost (born August 29, 1981) is an American cinematographer, screenwriter, and film director whose credits include writing and directing The FP (2011) with his brother Jason, as well as being the cinematographer of several films, including Crank: High Voltage, Halloween II, MacGruber, Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance and That's My Boy. Trost also frequently collaborates with Seth Rogen, including the films This Is the End, Neighbors, The Interview, The Night Before and Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising. Trost's first film as a solo director, An American Pickle, was released in 2020. Trost was also the cinematographer of the film Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and its 2024 sequel, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the sequels to the 2020 film adaptation of the video game Sonic the Hedgehog. Description above from the Wikipedia article Brandon Trost, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Brandon Trost reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Brandon Trost's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Brandon Trost remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rushmore, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Brandon Trost Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Brandon Trost's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Brandon Trost.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Naked Gun | Mug Shot Photographer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Slayer: The Repentless Killogy | Gangster | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile | Colorado Jailhouse Cameraman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | This Is the End | Cannibal (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Path to Vengeance: Making Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | MacGruber | Brick's Boyfriend | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Crank: High Voltage | White Slave Boy (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Lightning Bug | Seismograph Drummer (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Demon Slayer | 19th Century Sheriff | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Rushmore | Vietnamese Soldier with Rocket Launcher (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Kazaam | Student (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Brandon Trost - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Brandon Trost?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Brandon Trost is "Rushmore" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Brandon Trost acted in?
Brandon Trost has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Brandon Trost?
Other notable films include "Slayer: The Repentless Killogy", "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile", and "Demon Slayer".