Jeannot Szwarc
Biography
Jeannot Szwarc was a French film director born on November 21, 1939, in Paris. He began working as a director in US television during the 1960s, particularly on Ironside. Szwarc is associated with various television series, including The Rockford Files, Kojak, Night Gallery, JAG, Bones, Numb3rs, and Columbo. His feature films include Bug, Jaws 2, Somewhere in Time, Supergirl, and Santa Claus: The Movie. Szwarc also directed television movies and series, including episodes of Smallville. He directed the 200th episode of Smallville, titled "Homecoming". Szwarc had a prolific career spanning 6 decades before retirement from the industry in France.
Career overview
Jeannot Szwarc began his directing career in the 1960s, working in US television. He was associated with several notable series, including Ironside, The Rockford Files, Kojak, Night Gallery, JAG, Bones, Numb3rs, and Columbo. Szwarc's work in television spanned multiple decades, with a notable episode being "Homecoming", the 200th episode of Smallville, which he directed in 2003.
In addition to his television work, Szwarc also directed feature films. His notable feature films include Bug (1975), Jaws 2 (1978), Somewhere in Time (1980), Supergirl (1984), and Santa Claus: The Movie (1985). Since then, he has primarily focused on directing television movies and series. Szwarc's career in film and television spanned over six decades before his retirement from the industry in France.
Szwarc's directing credits include a wide range of television series and films. He has worked on various projects, including Hallmark Hall of Fame, Lovci duchů, and Hranice nemožného. His extensive career in the film and television industry showcases his versatility and experience as a director.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
86 titles- Doubt (2017) Director
- Designated Survivor (2016) Director
- Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders (2016) Director
- Almost Human (2013) Director
- Scandal (2012) Director
- The Protector (2011) Director
- Castle (2009) Director
- Fringe (2008) Director
- Raising the Bar (2008) Director
- Private Practice (2007) Director
- Spine Tingler! The William Castle Story (2007) as Self
- Heroes (2006) Director
- You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman (2006) as Self
- Supernatural (2005) Director
- Grey's Anatomy (2005) Director
- Bones (2005) Director
- Numb3rs (2005) Director
- Boston Legal (2004) Director
- Cold Case (2003) Director
- CSI: Miami (2002) Director
- Without a Trace (2002) Director
- Smallville (2001) Director
- Philly (2001) Director
- The Making of Jaws 2 (2001) as Self
- Boston Public (2000) Director
- Back To "Somewhere In Time" (2000) as Self
- Providence (1999) Director
- Seven Days (1998) Director
- The Practice (1997) Director
- Ally McBeal (1997) Director
- Les Sœurs Soleil (1997) Director
- Hercule and Sherlock (1996) Director
- The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits... (1996) Director
- JAG (1995) Director
- Schrecklicher Verdacht (1995) Director
- The Rockford Files: A Blessing in Disguise (1995) Director
- Revenge of a Blonde (1994) Director
- Mountain of Diamonds (1991) Director
- Mountain of Diamonds (1991) Director
- The Burning Shore (1991) Director
- The Burning Shore (1991) Creator
- Have a Nice Night (1990) Director
- Have a Nice Night (1990) Writer
- Honor Bound (1988) Director
- Grand Larceny (1987) Director
- The Murders in the Rue Morgue (1986) Director
- The Twilight Zone (1985) Director
- Santa Claus: The Movie (1985) Director
- Supergirl: The Making of the Movie (1985) as Self
- Santa Claus: The Making of the Movie (1985) as Self
- Supergirl (1984) Art Direction
- Supergirl (1984) Director
- Enigma (1982) Director
- Somewhere in Time (1980) Director
- Jaws 2 (1978) Director
- Code Name: Diamond Head (1977) Director
- Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975) as Self
- Baretta (1975) Director
- Crime Club (1975) Director
- Bug (1975) Director
- The Rockford Files (1974) Director
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) Director
- Kojak (1973) Director
- Toma (1973) Director
- The New Perry Mason (1973) Director
- The Devil's Daughter (1973) Director
- A Summer Without Boys (1973) Director
- Extreme Close-Up (1973) Director
- The Small Miracle (1973) Director
- Lisa, Bright and Dark (1973) Director
- You'll Never See Me Again (1973) Director
- Night of Terror (1972) Director
- The Weekend Nun (1972) Director
- Columbo (1971) Director
- Alias Smith and Jones (1971) Director
- Sarge (1971) Director
- The Man and the City (1971) Director
- Night Gallery (1970) Director
- Matt Lincoln (1970) Director
- Paris 7000 (1970) Director
- Marcus Welby, M.D. (1969) Director
- Ironside (1967) Director
- Ironside (1967) Producer
- Deadlock (1967) Associate Producer
- The Virginian (1962) Director
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jeannot Szwarc best known for?
Jeannot Szwarc is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Designated Survivor (2016), Almost Human (2013), Scandal (2012), Castle (2009).
When and where was Jeannot Szwarc born?
Jeannot Szwarc was born on November 21, 1939 in Paris, France. They passed away on January 14, 2025.
How many credits does Jeannot Szwarc have?
Jeannot Szwarc has accumulated over 86 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2017.
What is Jeannot Szwarc's background in cinema and television?
Jeannot Szwarc was a French film director born on November 21, 1939, in Paris. He began working as a director in US television during the 1960s, particularly on Ironside. Szwarc is associated with various television series, including The Rockford Files, Kojak, Night Gallery, JAG, Bones, Numb3rs, and Columbo. His featur...