Jonathan Dayton - Actor Profile

Jonathan Dayton

Directing
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
3Total Films
3.3 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 7, 1957
Birth Place: Alameda County, California

About Jonathan Dayton

Jonathan Dayton (born 7 July 1957) and Valerie Faris (born 20 October 1958) are a team of American music video directors, also husband and wife, that received critical acclaim for their feature film directorial debut, Little Miss Sunshine. Description above from the Wikipedia article  Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Jonathan Dayton Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Jonathan Dayton reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 3 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 0% of Jonathan Dayton'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 4%: Film's Gender Problem, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Jonathan Dayton Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jonathan Dayton's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Jonathan Dayton has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Jonathan Dayton - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jonathan Dayton?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jonathan Dayton is "The 4%: Film's Gender Problem" with a rating of 3.3/10.

How many movies has Jonathan Dayton acted in?

Jonathan Dayton has been featured in at least 3 major films throughout their career.

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