Jon Kasdan
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- September 30, 1979 in Los Angeles, California, USA
- Active Years
- 1983–2023 (41 Years)
- Total Credits
- 30 credits in database
Biography
Jonathan Jon Kasdan is an American writer and director born on September 30, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of writer Meg Goldman and film director Lawrence Kasdan, and the younger brother of director and actor Jake Kasdan. Kasdan made his acting debut in 1983 in his father's film The Big Chill and later appeared as an actor in the television series Dawson's Creek and the film Dreamcatcher. He also worked as a writer for the American television series Freaks and Geeks. His directorial debut, In the Land of Women, which he also wrote, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2006 and was released in the United States in 2007.
Career overview
Jonathan Jon Kasdan is an American writer and director born on September 30, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. He comes from a family with deep roots in the film industry, being the son of writer Meg Goldman and film director Lawrence Kasdan, as well as the younger brother of director and actor Jake Kasdan. Kasdan made his acting debut in 1983 in his father's film, The Big Chill. He later appeared as an actor in Dawson's Creek and Dreamcatcher.
In addition to his on-screen work, Kasdan established a career as a writer and director. He worked as a writer for the American television series Freaks and Geeks. His directorial debut, In the Land of Women, was released in the United States in 2007. Kasdan also wrote the film, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2006.
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Full Filmography
30 titles- Willow: Behind the Magic (2023) as Self - Writer / Executive Producer
- Willow: Behind the Magic (2023) Executive Producer
- Willow (2022) Writer
- Willow (2022) Executive Producer
- Willow (2022) Creator
- Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) as Tag Greenley (uncredited)
- Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) Writer
- Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) Co-Producer
- Kasdan on Kasdan (2018) as Self
- Roadies (2016) Director
- The First Time (2012) Writer
- The First Time (2012) Director
- Californication (2007) as Director
- Californication (2007) Director
- In the Land of Women (2007) Writer
- In the Land of Women (2007) Director
- Dreamcatcher (2003) as Defuniak
- Big Trouble (2002) as Jack Pendick Trainee
- Slackers (2002) as Barry
- Freaks and Geeks (1999) as Tommy
- Freaks and Geeks (1999) Story
- Freaks and Geeks (1999) Teleplay
- Dawson's Creek (1998) as Gawky-Looking Kid
- Dawson's Creek (1998) Writer
- I Love You to Death (1990) as Dominic Boca
- The Accidental Tourist (1988) as Boy at Doctor's Office
- Silverado (1985) as Boy at Outpost
- The Big Chill (1983) as Harold and Sarah's Son
- Rager Director
- Rager Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jon Kasdan best known for?
Jon Kasdan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Willow (2022), Willow (2022), Willow (2022), Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018).
When and where was Jon Kasdan born?
Jon Kasdan was born on September 30, 1979 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Jon Kasdan have?
Jon Kasdan has accumulated over 30 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1983 to 2023.
What is Jon Kasdan's background in cinema and television?
Jonathan Jon Kasdan is an American writer and director born on September 30, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of writer Meg Goldman and film director Lawrence Kasdan, and the younger brother of director and actor Jake Kasdan. Kasdan made his acting debut in 1983 in his father's film The Big Chill and lat...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Freaks and Geeks (1999) as Tommy — aged about 19
- Californication (2007) as Director — aged about 27
- Dawson's Creek (1998) as Gawky-Looking Kid — aged about 18
- Silverado (1985) as Boy at Outpost — aged about 5
- The Big Chill (1983) as Harold and Sarah's Son — aged about 3
- Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) as Tag Greenley (uncredited) — aged about 38
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