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Jonathan Kaplan
Jonathan Kaplan is best known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, ER, Without a Trace and Witches of East End. Jonathan Kaplan was born on November 25, 1947. Jonathan Kaplan died on August 1, 2025 at the age of 77.
- Born
- November 25, 1947
- Place of birth
- Paris, France
- Died
- August 1, 2025 (77 years old)
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.
Known for
Filmography
- 2013Witches of East EndDirector
- 2012The Client ListDirector
- 2011A Gifted ManDirector
- 2006Brothers and SistersDirector
- 2002Without a TraceDirector
- 2002The CourtDirector
- 2001Crossing JordanDirector
- 1999Law & Order: Special Victims UnitDirector
- 1996In Cold BloodDirector
- 1995Picture WindowsDirector
- 1994ERDirector
- 1994Rebel HighwayDirector
- 1993Fallen AngelsDirector
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Jonathan Kaplan been in?
Jonathan Kaplan is best known for Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, ER, Without a Trace and Witches of East End.
When was Jonathan Kaplan born?
Jonathan Kaplan was born on November 25, 1947. ( Paris, France)
How old is Jonathan Kaplan?
Jonathan Kaplan died on August 1, 2025 at the age of 77.
Updated: October 29, 2026 ·