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.
Brandon Trost Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Brandon Trost reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Brandon Trost's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Brandon Trost's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Slayer: The Repentless Killogy, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Brandon Trost Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Brandon Trost's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Brandon Trost has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| 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) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Demon Slayer | 19th Century Sheriff | Hit | 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 "Slayer: The Repentless Killogy" 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 "Rushmore", "Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile", and "Demon Slayer".