Olatunde Osunsanmi is a Nigerian-American director and producer renowned for his work in film and television. He launched his career with the short film Etat, delving into Nigeria’s 1970s political landscape, and rose to prominence directing Universal’s horror thriller The Fourth Kind (2009).

Osunsanmi has since amassed a notable portfolio, including TNT’s Falling Skies and a record-breaking 14 episodes of Star Trek: Discovery, more than any other director. He also served as executive producer for Star Trek: Discovery and Star Trek: Section 31, cementing his influence in horror and science fiction.