Shaka King

Director
Writer
Producer

Shaka King was born on 7 March 1980 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA. He is a director and writer, known for Judas and the Black Messiah (2021), Newlyweeds (2013) and Mulignans (2015).

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Nominated for 2 Oscars
- 8 wins & 23 nominations total

Director Shaka King on 'Judas and the Black Messiah'

IMDbPro teamed up with the Sundance Film Festival to spotlight some of the talented artists at the 2021 festival. Learn more about Judas and the Black Messiah and the artist behind the camera, Shaka King, in our spotlight interview series.

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Known for

Judas and the Black Messiah

7.4

Director

2021

Newlyweeds

5.8

Director

2013

Mulignans

7.1

Short

Director

2015

LaZercism

5.4

Short

Director

2017

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Director

Judas and the Black Messiah
7.4
- Director
- 2021
Shrill
7.4
TV Series
- Director
- 2019–2020
High Maintenance
8.1
TV Series
- Director
- 2018
People of Earth
7.7
TV Series
- Director
- 2016–2017
LaZercism
5.4
Short
- Director
- 2017
Mulignans
7.1
Short
- Director
- 2015
Newlyweeds
5.8
- Director
- 2013
Herkimer DuFrayne 7th Grade Guidance Counselor
7.1
Short
- Director
- 2010
Cocoa Loco
Short
- Director
- 2009
Big Merc Is in the Building
Video
- Director
- 2008

Writer

Trivia
Directed 2 actors to Oscar nominated performances: Daniel Kaluuya and LaKeith Stanfield. Kaluuya won for his performance in Judas and the Black Messiah (2021).

FAQ

How old is Shaka King?
45 years old
When was Shaka King born?
March 7, 1980
Where was Shaka King born?
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
What is Shaka King known for?
Newlyweeds, Mulignans, LaZercism, and Judas and the Black Messiah
How many awards has Shaka King won?
8 awards