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Deepfaking Sam Altman

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2026 | 90 min | Documentary, Science Fiction, Comedy

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (93% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh, sci-fi fans and the curious. If you loved Roger & Me or Terminator 2: Judgment Day, start here.
The mood
Light and funny, eye-opening.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 30 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

Director Adam Bhala Lough sets out to better understand the technology and people at the center of the AI boom. His quest sends him on a path towards the father of AI, OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman. When he isn’t able to sit down with Altman himself, Adam travels to India to create an AI version of him to interview instead.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    93% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted.

  • Reach & staying powerNot counted

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 3K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing

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Cast & crew

Directed by Adam Bhala Lough

  • Adam Bhala Lough
  • Rainn WilsonSelf
  • Kara SwisherSelf
  • Michael Ian BlackSelf
  • Divyendra Singh JadounSelf
  • Christian VazquezSelf
  • Scarlett JohanssonSelf (archive footage)
  • Elon MuskSelf (archive footage)