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Carlton Daniel Jr.

Directing
Updated: Apr 19, 2026
1Total Films
6.8 Highest Rated

About Carlton Daniel Jr.

Carlton Daniel Jr. is a writer-director born in Cleveland, OH. Navigating sexuality, horror, and queer romance, Carlton's storytelling is grounded in the mundane and extraordinary experiences of Black Americans. He earned his MFA in Film and Dramatic Writing from Syracuse University. Carlton's award-winning directorial debut, MONOGAMISH (2017), screened at over 20 festivals internationally, premiering at Outfest LA. Carlton's recent short, HOMEGOING (2021), screened at the American Black Film Festival, Atlanta Film Festival, Palm Springs ShortFest, and Miami Film Festival. Carlton is developing a feature-length version of HOMEGOING, which was selected for the Outfest Screenwriting Lab (2020), and recognized as a finalist at Tribeca's Untold Stories (2021). Most recently Carlton wrote, directed, and produced an episode of 20th Digital Studio's BITE SIZE HALLOWEEN ('Rebecca' - S2.E19), streaming now on Hulu.

Carlton Daniel Jr. Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Carlton Daniel Jr. reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 1 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Carlton Daniel Jr.'s work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Carlton Daniel Jr.'s films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Dusk, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Carlton Daniel Jr. Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Carlton Daniel Jr.'s career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Carlton Daniel Jr. has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

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Carlton Daniel Jr. - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Carlton Daniel Jr.?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Carlton Daniel Jr. is "Dusk" with a rating of 6.8/10.

How many movies has Carlton Daniel Jr. acted in?

Carlton Daniel Jr. has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.

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