
Taija James
Acting
Biography
Taija James is a British actress known for The Paradise Murders (2025), 8 Hours (2024), and The Dealer (2022). With a background in theatre, her on-screen credits span feature films, television, and commercial projects across multiple genres. She has appeared in productions broadcast internationally, including in the United States, and has been noted for her expressive, naturalistic performances.
Known For

The visual accompaniment to Coldplay’s No 1 album Moon Music, created by over 150 different visual artists from 45 countries. Each artist was given a handful of music snippets from Moon Music and asked to create corresponding visuals. There were no rules or guidelines, and no knowledge of other artists’ creations.
Coldplay: A Film for the Future

During their stay at a five-star resort, Emma and Jake befriend fellow guests Sarah and Tom, who seem like the perfect couple. But when Sarah is found dead after revealing doubts about Tom, Emma uncovers secrets about the hotel and guests.
The Paradise Murders

When Aaron and Fred get challenged to a cross country race, can they make it across the UK from coast to coast in 8 Hours, by any means possible?
8 Hours

When the wold shut down due to a global pandemic, Anton lost his job, his partner and any way of paying rent. Lonely, and desperate to leave his house, he discovers a new way to make money and meet new people.
The Dealer
Emma, late for a job interview, rushes into the wrong office and finds herself in a conversation she didn’t expect to have. Embarrassed by the misunderstanding, she tries to put the awkward encounter behind her — but life has other plans. A low-key romantic drama about chance, timing, and how the wrong door can sometimes lead to exactly the right place.