John Schwartzman - Actor Profile

John Schwartzman

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Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
1Total Films
0.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 18, 1960
Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

About John Schwartzman

John Leonard Schwartzman, A.S.C. (born October 18, 1960) is an American cinematographer, best known for his work on Jurassic World, The Amazing Spider-Man, The Rock, and Seabiscuit, for which he received an Oscar nomination for Best Cinematography. Schwartzman was born on October 18, 1960, in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of producer Jack Schwartzman and the stepson of actress Talia Shire. He is the brother of Stephanie Schwartzman and half-brother to actors/musicians Jason Schwartzman and Robert Schwartzman. John graduated from the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts in 1985. His father was Jewish, whereas his mother was Catholic. Schwartzman works as a cinematographer. He is best known for his collaborations with directors Michael Bay, John Lee Hancock, Colin Trevorrow, James Foley, and Paul Feig.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of John Schwartzman reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Documentary

The majority of John Schwartzman's filmography leans towards the Documentary 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 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), John Schwartzman remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Making of 'Seabiscuit', which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best John Schwartzman Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John Schwartzman's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of John Schwartzman.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2004 The Making of 'Seabiscuit' Self Flop Similar →

John Schwartzman - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John Schwartzman?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John Schwartzman is "The Making of 'Seabiscuit'" with a rating of 0.0/10.

How many movies has John Schwartzman acted in?

John Schwartzman has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.