
Jonathan Kaplan
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.
Acting (11 movies)
Directing (21 movies)

The Accused
1988

The Hustler of Muscle Beach
1980

Truck Turner
1974

Bad Girls
1994

Over the Edge
1979

White Line Fever
1975

The Slams
1973

Mr. Billion
1977

Brokedown Palace
1999

Love Field
1992

Unlawful Entry
1992

Project X
1987

The Student Teachers
1973

Night Call Nurses
1972

Girls of the White Orchid
1983

Immediate Family
1989

Reform School Girl
1994

11th Victim
1984

Heart Like a Wheel
1983

The Gentleman Bandit
1981

Picture Windows: Language of the Heart
1995
| Title | Year | Job | 
|---|---|---|
| White Line Fever | 1975 | Writer | 
| Mr. Billion | 1977 | Writer | 
| Roller Blade Warriors: Taken by Force | 1989 | Producer | 
| That Guy Dick Miller | 2014 | Executive Producer | 








