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Daniel Kokotajlo

Directing
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
1Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Birth Place: Great Britain

About Daniel Kokotajlo

Daniel Kokotajlo (born 1980 or 1981) is a British film writer and director. He has also used the name Dan P. K. Smyth. He wrote and directed the 2017 film Apostasy, which reflects his own experience of growing up as a Jehovah's Witness, and the 2023 film Starve Acre, based on Andrew Michael Hurley's novel of the same name. Apostasy won the Writers' Guild of Great Britain award for "Best First Screenplay", and was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer in 2018, and for six British Independent Film Awards (BIFA). Kokotajlo has a BA (2003) in textiles and fine art from Manchester Metropolitan University and an MA (2010) from the University of Westminster in screenwriting and film production.

Daniel Kokotajlo Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Daniel Kokotajlo 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 Daniel Kokotajlo's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Daniel Kokotajlo'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 The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Daniel Kokotajlo Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

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

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2026 The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist self Super Hit Similar →

Daniel Kokotajlo - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Daniel Kokotajlo?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daniel Kokotajlo is "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Daniel Kokotajlo acted in?

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

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