Norman Jewison

Norman Frederick Jewison, CC, O.Ont (July 21, 1926 - January 20, 2024) was a Canadian film director, producer, actor and founder of the Canadian Film Centre.

Highlights of his directing career include In the Heat of the Night (1967), The Thomas Crown Affair (1968), Fiddler on the Roof (1971), Jesus Christ Superstar (1973), Moonstruck (1987), The Hurricane (1999) and The Statement (2003). Jewison addressed important social and political issues throughout his directing and producing career, often making controversial or complicated subjects accessible to mainstream audiences.

Norman Jewison is known for work in directing across film and television. New Release currently presents 27 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Fiddler's Journey to the Big Screen (2022), I Am Steve McQueen (2014), Stanley Kramer: A Man's Search for Truth (2008), The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), Film '72 (1971), The Oscars (1953), Moonstruck (1987), In the Heat of the Night (1967). The recorded credits span 1953 to 2022, including 22 movies and 5 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.