Jonathan Kaplan

Born: 25th of November 1947

Died: 1st of August 2025 (aged 77)

Biography:
Jonathan Kaplan (November 25, 1947 - August 1, 2025) was an American film producer and director. Kaplan was born in Paris, France. He was the son of film composer Sol Kaplan and actress Frances Heflin; the nephew of actor Van Heflin. He was the brother of actresses Nora Heflin and Mady Kaplan. His film The Accused (1988), earned actress Jodie Foster her first Oscar for Best Actress and was nominated for the Golden Bear at the 39th Berlin International Film Festival. Kaplan received 5 Emmy nominations for his roles directing and producing ER. Kaplan directed Rod Stewart's music video for "Infatuation" in 1984.

Jonathan Kaplan's Filmography

American Grindhouse

American Grindhouse

  •   Movie
  • 2011
Himself
The Firm

The Firm

  •   Movie
  • 1993
Lawyer Recruiter
The Howling

The Howling

  •   Movie
  • 1981
Gas Station Attendant (uncredited)
Brothers and Sisters

Brothers and Sisters

  •   TV Show
  • 2006
Director
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

  •   TV Show
  • 1999
Director
Brokedown Palace

Brokedown Palace

  •   Movie
  • 1999
Director
Bad Girls

Bad Girls

  •   Movie
  • 1994
Director
Love Field

Love Field

  •   Movie
  • 1992
Director
Unlawful Entry

Unlawful Entry

  •   Movie
  • 1992
Director
Over the Edge

Over the Edge

  •   Movie
  • 1979
Director
White Line Fever

White Line Fever

  •   Movie
  • 1975
Director, Writer