John Francis Daley
Biography
John Francis Daley is an American filmmaker and actor born on July 20, 1985, in Wheeling, Illinois, USA. He is known for his work on various films, including collaborations with Jonathan Goldstein. Daley's writing credits include co-writing the comedy Horrible Bosses (2011), co-writing The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013), and co-story writing for Horrible Bosses 2. He has also been involved in other writing projects. Daley has been nominated for a 2014 PRISM Award for his work on the crime drama series Bones. As a member of the band Dayplayer, he plays keyboards and sings.
Career overview
John Francis Daley is a writer and actor. He is known for his collaborative work with fellow writer and director Jonathan Goldstein. Their first joint project was co-writing the comedy film Horrible Bosses, released in 2011. They also co-wrote The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, which was released in 2013.
Daley and Goldstein continued their collaborative work on the film Horrible Bosses 2, for which they co-story wrote. They have also co-written other films together. As a writer, Daley has worked on a total of 48 projects. He is also known for his work as an actor, particularly in the comedy-drama series Freaks and Geeks and the crime drama series Bones.
Daley's writing career has been marked by his collaborations with Jonathan Goldstein. Their joint projects have included several films, showcasing their ability to work together on a range of comedic projects. As a writer, Daley has established himself as a key contributor to the film industry, with a notable body of work that includes collaborations with other experienced writers and directors.
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Full Filmography
74 titles- Mayday (2026) Writer
- Mayday (2026) Director
- Mayday (2026) Producer
- Hysteria! (2024) Executive Producer
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) as Special Creature Voice (voice)
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) Executive Producer
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) Songs
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) Director
- Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) Screenplay
- The Flash (2023) Screenstory
- Vacation Friends 2 (2023) Characters
- Vacation Friends (2021) Screenplay
- Welcome to Georgia (2021) Executive Producer
- Welcome to Georgia (2021) Screenplay
- In the Dark (2019) Director
- In the Dark (2019) Consulting Producer
- Stuber (2019) Producer
- Game Night (2018) as Carter
- Game Night (2018) Director
- Cultureshock (2018) as Self
- Freaks and Geeks: The Documentary (2018) as Self
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) Screenstory
- Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017) Screenplay
- Bottom's Butte (2016) as Scott/Cabana Boy
- Fresh Off the Boat (2015) as Jordan
- Vacation (2015) as Ride Operator
- Vacation (2015) Writer
- Vacation (2015) Director
- Vacation (2015) Songs
- Dude Bro Party Massacre III (2015) as Ernest
- Horrible Bosses 2 (2014) Story
- Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 (2013) Screenplay
- Drunk History (2013) as James J. Andrews
- The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013) as Paramedic 1
- The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013) Screenplay
- The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (2013) Story
- Rapture-Palooza (2013) as Ben House
- The Finder (2012) as Lance Sweets
- Horrible Bosses (2011) as Carter
- Horrible Bosses (2011) Screenplay
- Audio Tour (2011) Director
- Audio Tour (2011) Screenplay
- 5-25-77 (2008) as Pat Johnson
- Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007)
- Clark and Michael (2007) as Tom
- Bones (2005) as Lance Sweets
- Bones (2005) Writer
- Kitchen Confidential (2005) as Jim
- Waiting... (2005) as Mitch
- View from the Top (2003) as Rodney
- Regular Joe (2003) as Grant Binder
- The Ellen Show (2001) as Erik
- What Babies Do (2001) Director
- Boston Public (2000) as Anthony Ward
- The Geena Davis Show (2000) as Carter Ryan
- Judging Amy (1999) as Jace Crosby
- Freaks and Geeks (1999) as Sam Weir
- Freaks and Geeks (1999) Songs
- Spin City (1996) as Spencer
- Monopoly Screenplay
- Care Bears Producer
- Renegades Director
- Renegades Producer
- Untitled Star Trek Film Director
- Untitled Star Trek Film Screenplay
- Untitled Star Trek Film Producer
- Vacation Guide to the Solar System Director
- Vacation Guide to the Solar System Producer
- Vacation Guide to the Solar System Screenplay
- The Creeps Producer
- The Creeps Writer
- The Creeps Director
- The $40,000 Man Story
- The $40,000 Man Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is John Francis Daley best known for?
John Francis Daley is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Mayday (2026), Mayday (2026), Mayday (2026), Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023).
When and where was John Francis Daley born?
John Francis Daley was born on July 20, 1985 in Wheeling, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does John Francis Daley have?
John Francis Daley has accumulated over 74 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2026.
What is John Francis Daley's background in cinema and television?
John Francis Daley is an American filmmaker and actor born on July 20, 1985, in Wheeling, Illinois, USA. He is known for his work on various films, including collaborations with Jonathan Goldstein. Daley's writing credits include co-writing the comedy Horrible Bosses (2011), co-writing The Incredible Burt Wonderstone (...