John Schwartzman - Actor Profile

John Schwartzman

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Updated: Apr 11, 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.

John Schwartzman Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of John Schwartzman reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of John Schwartzman's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of John Schwartzman'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 The Making of 'Seabiscuit', which stands out as a key performance.

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Best John Schwartzman Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie John Schwartzman has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

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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.

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