Janelle Monáe - Actor Profile

Janelle Monáe

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
27Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 1, 1985
Birth Place: Kansas City, Kansas, USA

About Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe Robinson (born December 1, 1985) is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, record producer, actor, and model from Kansas City, Kansas. She began her musical career in 2003, and released her debut album 'The ArchAndroid' in 2010 which was met with critical acclaim and gained her international recognition. Monáe made her live action acting film debut in the Academy Award winning 2016 film 'Moonlight'. The same year she starred in the biographical drama film 'Hidden Figures' alongside Taraji P. Henson and Octavia Spencer. For her musical work, Monáe has earned eight Grammy Award nominations.

Janelle Monáe Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Janelle Monáe reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Janelle Monáe's work falls within the Music genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 41% of Janelle Monáe'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 BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Janelle Monáe Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Janelle Monáe's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Janelle Monáe has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2026 Is God Is Angie Flop Similar →
2025 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Self Flop Similar →
2025 A Grammy Salute to Earth, Wind & Fire Live: The 21st Night of September Self Flop Similar →
2024 Thom Browne: The Man Who Tailors Dreams self Flop Similar →
2024 The Beach Boys Self Hit Similar →
2022 Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery Andi Brand Hit Similar →
2020 The Glorias Dorothy Pitman Hughes Average Similar →
2020 Antebellum Veronica / Eden Average Similar →
2019 Lady and the Tramp Peg (voice) Hit Similar →
2019 Harriet Marie Buchanon Hit Similar →
2019 UglyDolls Mandy (voice) Hit Similar →
2019 Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of Soul Self Flop Similar →
2018 Welcome to Marwen GI Julie Hit Similar →
2018 Dirty Computer Jane 57821 Hit Similar →
2016 Hidden Figures Mary Jackson Super Hit Similar →
2016 BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration Self - Performer Super Hit Similar →
2016 Moonlight Teresa Hit Similar →
2014 Janelle Monáe: Live at Lowlands 2014 Self Flop Similar →
2014 The Past Is a Grotesque Animal Self Average Similar →
2014 The Maya Rudolph Show Self Flop Similar →
2014 Rio 2 Dr. Monae (voice) Hit Similar →
2013 Janelle Monáe: Live at iTunes Festival 2013 Self Flop Similar →
2013 Made in America Self Flop Similar →
2010 Prince : Welcome 2 America - MSG New York Self Flop Similar →
N/A Don't Look - Flop Similar →
N/A Never Saw Me Coming Tanya Smith Flop Similar →
N/A Golden - Flop Similar →

Janelle Monáe - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Janelle Monáe?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Janelle Monáe is "BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Janelle Monáe acted in?

Janelle Monáe has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Janelle Monáe?

Other notable films include "Hidden Figures", "Moonlight", and "Harriet".

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