
Daniel Margotta
ActingAbout Daniel Margotta
Daniel was born and raised in the New York New Jersey Metropolitan area. Throughout all of his life Daniel showed great abilities in both sport and art. Daniel began his show business career while in collage as a Disc Jockey in various night clubs in New York City airing live dance music on Hot 97 & WBLS. In the early 1990s he expanded his horizons by studying acting at prominent acting schools in New York City, i.e. "HB Studios & The Lee Strasberg Institute of Acting". Through out the 1990s he landed principal roles in film and television working his way up to leading roles in The Stand-In (1999), Wannabes (2000), _Jesus, Mary and Joey (2003)_ and others. Daniel has enjoyed the accolades of his career by winning a Clio for his very popular "Got Milk" commercial & recently winning Best Supporting Actor in the NY Film & Video Festival May 2003 for his role as "Cheech" in I Am Woody (2003).
Daniel Margotta Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Daniel Margotta reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Daniel Margotta's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 18% of Daniel Margotta'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 Carlito's Way, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Daniel Margotta Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Daniel Margotta's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Daniel Margotta has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Eyes | Val | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Brooklyn Banker | Scalzo | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Jesus, Mary and Joey | Skinny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Searching for Bobby D | Tommy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Double Whammy | Truck Driver | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Wannabes | Pete | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Stand-In | Paulie Benadetto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Carlito's Way | Monchin (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Light Sleeper | Drug Dealer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | The Super | Pool Shooter #1 | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | The Don of 42nd St | Nico | Flop | Similar → |
Daniel Margotta - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Daniel Margotta?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daniel Margotta is "Carlito's Way" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Daniel Margotta acted in?
Daniel Margotta has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Daniel Margotta?
Other notable films include "Light Sleeper", "The Super", and "Double Whammy".




