Jon Ronson
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- May 10, 1967 in Cardiff, Wales, UK
- Active Years
- 1990–2026 (37 Years)
- Total Credits
- 69 credits in database
Biography
Jon Ronson is a journalist, author, filmmaker, and writer born on May 10, 1967, in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. He is known for works including Them: Adventures with Extremists published in 2001, The Men Who Stare at Goats published in 2004, and The Psychopath Test published in 2011. Described as a gonzo journalist who becomes a faux-naef character in his stories, he produces informal and skeptical investigations into controversial fringe politics and science. His credits include writing for the films Frank released in 2014, Okja released in 2017, and The Men Who Stare at Goats released in 2009. He is married to Elaine Patterson.
Career overview
Jon Ronson is a Welsh journalist, author, and filmmaker who was born in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom, on May 10, 1967. He is known for works such as Them: Adventures with Extremists published in 2001, The Men Who Stare at Goats published in 2004, and The Psychopath Test published in 2011. He has been described as a gonzo journalist who becomes a faux-naïf character in his stories, and he produces informal yet skeptical investigations concerning controversial fringe politics and science.
In addition to his writing, Ronson is known for his work in film as a writer and director. His film credits include writing Frank released in 2014, Okja released in 2017, and The Men Who Stare at Goats released in 2009. Across his career in the entertainment industry, he has accumulated a total of thirty-eight known credits, which include acting. He is married to Elaine Patterson.
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Full Filmography
69 titles- Phoenix Jones: The Rise and Fall of a Real Life Superhero (2026)
- Alex's War (2022) as Self (archive footage)
- Noel Edmonds: The Rise & Fall of Mr Saturday Night (2022) as Self
- Being Frank: The Chris Sievey Story (2019) as Himself
- The Russell Howard Hour (2017) as Self
- Okja (2017) Screenplay
- Okja (2017) Associate Producer
- Can We Take a Joke? (2016) as Self
- The Notorious Reverend Death (2016) Director
- Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled (2014) as Self
- Frank (2014) Writer
- Frank (2014) Short Story
- The Dog Thrower (2014) Director
- The Dog Thrower (2014) Writer
- Playhouse Presents (2012) Director
- Playhouse Presents (2012) Writer
- On the Trail of Easy Rider: 40 Years On... Still Searching for America (2011) as Self
- Esc & Ctrl (2011) as Presenter
- Esc & Ctrl (2011) Director
- Esc & Ctrl (2011) Writer
- Esc & Ctrl (2011) Creator
- Conan (2010) as Self
- Skavlan (2009) as Self - Guest
- The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009) Novel
- Revelations: How To Find God (2009)
- Stanley Kubrick's Boxes (2008) as Self
- Stanley Kubrick's Boxes (2008) Director
- Stanley Kubrick's Boxes (2008) Writer
- Reverend Death (2008) as Himself - Presenter
- Reverend Death (2008) Writer
- Reverend Death (2008) Director
- Death in Santaland (2007) as Presenter
- Death in Santaland (2007) Producer
- The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005) as Self
- The Crazy Rulers of the World (2004) as Self
- The Crazy Rulers of the World (2004) Writer
- The Crazy Rulers of the World (2004) Presenter
- The Crazy Rulers of the World (2004) Director
- The Crazy Rulers of the World (2004) Creator
- Kidneys for Jesus (2003) as Himself
- Kidneys for Jesus (2003) Producer
- Kidneys for Jesus (2003) Director
- Kidneys for Jesus (2003) Writer
- I Am, Unfortunately, Randy Newman (2003)
- I Am, Unfortunately, Randy Newman (2003) Director
- The Double Life of Jonathan King (2002) as Presenter
- The Double Life of Jonathan King (2002) Director
- The Double Life of Jonathan King (2002) Writer
- The Secret Rulers of the World (2001) as Narrator (voice)
- The Secret Rulers of the World (2001) Writer
- The Secret Rulers of the World (2001) Director
- The Secret Rulers of the World (2001) Book
- The Secret Rulers of the World (2001) Creator
- Dark Secrets: Inside Bohemian Grove (2000) as Self
- The New Klan (1999) as Self
- Critical Condition (1998) as Self
- Critical Condition (1998) Producer
- Critical Condition (1998) Presenter
- Critical Condition (1998) Writer
- You Are Here (1998) Writer
- Critical Condition: Film (1998) as Self
- Critical Condition: Comedy (1998) as self
- Tottenham Ayatollah (1997) as Presenter
- Tottenham Ayatollah (1997) Producer
- Tottenham Ayatollah (1997) Writer
- For The Love of... (1997) Creator
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- Have I Got News for You (1990) as Self
- Have I Got a Bit More News for You as Self - Panellist
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jon Ronson best known for?
Jon Ronson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Russell Howard Hour (2017), Okja (2017), Okja (2017), Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled (2014).
When and where was Jon Ronson born?
Jon Ronson was born on May 10, 1967 in Cardiff, Wales, UK.
How many credits does Jon Ronson have?
Jon Ronson has accumulated over 69 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1990 to 2026.
What is Jon Ronson's background in cinema and television?
Jon Ronson is a journalist, author, filmmaker, and writer born on May 10, 1967, in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. He is known for works including Them: Adventures with Extremists published in 2001, The Men Who Stare at Goats published in 2004, and The Psychopath Test published in 2011. Described as a gonzo journalist ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Russell Howard Hour (2017) as Self — aged about 50
- Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled (2014) as Self — aged about 47
- Conan (2010) as Self — aged about 43
- Have I Got News for You (1990) as Self — aged about 23
- The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (2005) as Self — aged about 38
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self — aged about 29
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