Joe Fishel
Joe Fishel is an American actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, and playwright dedicated to character-driven storytelling that explores themes of identity, resilience, grief, the weight of memory, and the human condition. With extensive experience working as cast and crew on productions ranging from no-budget independent shorts to major studio feature films grossing over one billion dollars at the box office, he brings a practical, well-rounded understanding of the filmmaking process to every project. Drawing from his multifaceted background both in front of and behind the camera, Joe crafts production-conscious narratives that blend drama, humor, and authentic emotional depth, with writing that spans feature screenplays, dark comedies, and semi-autobiographical works. Beyond film, he has expanded his creative work into theater, reflecting on personal experiences, adulthood, and community, including his background as a former collegiate student-athlete. He earned a Bachelor's degree from Juniata College along with two graduate degrees from Slippery Rock University. Aside from filmmaking, Joe enjoys a wide variety of interests and hobbies. Born in western Pennsylvania, he continues to live and work in the region.
Photos
Films (61)
I Swiped the Wrong One
2026 · Congressman, Writer, Casting, Executive Producer, Unit Production Manager, Assistant Director
The Haunting of Prince Dom Pedro de Alcântara Francisco António João Carlos Xavier de Paula Miguel Rafael Joaquim José Gonzaga Pascoal Cipriano Serafim
2025 · Senor Clarke/Bigfoot/Prince Dom Pedro, Location Coordinator, Casting, Executive Producer, Writer, Story Developer, Assistant Director, Stunt Driver, Line Producer, Camera Operator
I Swiped the Wrong One
2024 · Writer, Executive Producer, Casting
Winner Takes All: Royal Flush
2024 · Writer, Executive Producer, Casting
Bigfoot Unleashed, Part VII
2023 · Bigfoot, Writer, Producer, Casting
Estrellas Fugaces
2023 · News 10 Camera Man
Le Pire Voisin au monde
2022 · Doctor (uncredited)
Dulce Niña
2021 · Gala Guest
The Horrific Evil Monsters
2021 · Street Observer
Occurrence at Mills Creek
2020 · Victor, Producer, Assistant Director, Writer
Rehabilitation of the Hill
2020 · Freedom Corner Protestor
Cold Brook
2019 · Gala Attendee
Te veo
2019 · Police Officer
L'Extraordinaire Mr. Rogers
2019 · Journalist (uncredited)
Bernadette a disparu
2019 · Galer Street School Parent (uncredited)
Undercover: Une histoire vraie
2018 · Gun Show Patron
Sandman
2018 · Title Fight Referee
L'inquiétant fiancé de ma fille
2018 · Hospital Medical Staff
A Wish for Giants
2018 · Senator Jeb Boehm
Je suis innocente !
2017 · Ceremony Attendee
Eat Like a Bird
2017 · Office Manager at Party, Publicist
Mon ami Dahmer
2017 · Market Shopper
Lux in Tenebris
2017 · Bar Patron
Fast & Furious 8
2017 · Showroom Employee
Requiem assassin
2017 · Record Store Customer
Barreras
2016 · Parade Marcher
La Rose de Noël
2016 · Restaurant Patron
Dog Eat Dog
2016 · Club Patron (uncredited)
The Charnel House
2016 · Mover
El fin del sueño americano
2016 · Art Gallery Patron (uncredited)
My Blind Brother
2016 · Camera Man (uncredited)
The Land
2016 · Factory Worker (uncredited)
Pour une minute d'inattention
2016 · Restaurant Patron
The American Side
2016 · Niagara Falls Tourist
Batman v Superman : L'Aube de la Justice
2016 · US Senator (uncredited)
Criminal Activities
2015 · Club Patron
Seul contre tous
2015 · Louisville Head Football Coach
Noël chez les Cooper
2015 · Dog Owner
La Rage au ventre
2015 · Gala Attendee
This Is Not a Love Story
2015 · Shiva Attendee (uncredited)
Potential Inertia
2014 · Dr. Steve Clarke, Executive Producer
Foxcatcher
2014 · Trainer
The Other Side
2014 · Hunter
Hollidaysburg
2014 · Bus Rider
Maestra Meadows
2014 · Church Member
Nos étoiles contraires
2014 · Dog Walker (uncredited)
Le Pari
2014 · College Football Official (uncredited)
Les Brasiers de la colère
2013 · Prison Guard (uncredited)
The Lifeguard
2013 · Pedestrian
Jack Reacher: Bajo la Mira
2012 · SWAT Officer (uncredited)
Ending the Knight
2012 · Self
De leurs propres ailes
2012 · Parent
Terre Promise
2012 · Town Resident
Le Monde de Charlie
2012 · Father of Twin Girls (uncredited)
L'ascension du chevalier noir
2012 · Police Officer (uncredited)
Identité secrète
2011 · Pittsburgh Pirates Fan
Les Mystères de Pittsburgh
2008 · Party Guest (uncredited)
Death Can Be a Funny Business
· Funeral Home Employee, Writer, Casting Director, Executive Producer, Assistant Director
The Weight of Care
· Writer
Cash or Trade
· Writer
The Wrong Excuse
· Writer, Executive Producer, Casting Director
