Actor
Janelle Monáe
1985
Full page on IMDbWho they are
- Born
- 1 December 1985, Kansas City, Kansas, USA
- Known for
- Moonlight
, Hidden Figures, Dirty Computer
Janelle Monáe is an American singer, songwriter and actor from Kansas City, Kansas. She first gained acclaim for her futuristic, concept-driven music, then moved into film in 2016 with supporting roles in Moonlight and Hidden Figures. She now balances a recording career with prominent screen work.
Where to start
Moonlight (2016)Full guide
Her live-action film debut, in the Best Picture-winning drama.
Hidden Figures (2016)Log in to add it to the library
A breakout role as NASA engineer Mary Jackson in a major ensemble hit.
Dirty Computer (2018)Log in to add it to the library
A narrative film built around her album, showing her blend of music and storytelling.
Harriet (2019)Log in to add it to the library
A supporting role in the biographical drama about abolitionist Harriet Tubman.
Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022)Log in to add it to the library
A standout turn in a widely seen mystery sequel, showing her range.
Their films in the library
Awards
No major awards in the categories covered here are documented; she has received Grammy nominations for her music.
The full list · 26
- 2010Prince : Welcome 2 America - MSG New YorkLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2013Made in AmericaLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2013Janelle Monáe: Live at iTunes Festival 2013Log in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2014Rio 2Log in to add it to the libraryActor as Dr. Monae (voice)
- 2014The Past Is a Grotesque AnimalLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2014The Maya Rudolph ShowLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2014Janelle Monáe: Live at Lowlands 2014Log in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2016Hidden FiguresLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Mary Jackson
- 2016MoonlightLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Teresa
- 2016BET Presents Love & Happiness: An Obama CelebrationLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self - Performer
- 2018Welcome to MarwenLog in to add it to the libraryActor as GI Julie
- 2018Dirty ComputerLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Jane 57821
- 2019Lady and the TrampLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Peg (voice)
- 2019HarrietLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Marie Buchanon
- 2019UglyDollsLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Mandy (voice)
- 2019Sesame Street: 50 Years and CountingLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self (archive footage)
- 2019Aretha! A Grammy Celebration for the Queen of SoulLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2020AntebellumLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Veronica / Eden
- 2020The GloriasLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Dorothy Pitman Hughes
- 2022Glass Onion: A Knives Out MysteryLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Andi Brand
- 2024The Beach BoysLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2024Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy StoryLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2024Thom Browne: The Man Who Tailors DreamsLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 20252025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction CeremonyLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2025A Grammy Salute to Earth, Wind & Fire Live: The 21st Night of SeptemberLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Self
- 2026Is God IsLog in to add it to the libraryActor as Angie
Filmography data from TMDB. The profile text is a draft written for Cinespective.