Nina West
ActingAbout Nina West
Nina West is the stage name of Andrew Levitt, a drag queen, performer, comedian, the 2008 national holder of the "Entertainer of the Year" title, as well as one of the Season 11 contestants of RuPaul's Drag Race finishing in 6th place and being voted Miss Congeniality. Since starting her career in the theatre program at Denison University back in 1999, Nina West has been performing for over 20 years. She has been in over 35 main stage productions and currently writes and produces her own show. West auditioned for "RuPaul's Drag Race" nine times before she made it on Season 11. Besides drag, West started the Nina West Foundation and has raised more than $2 million dollars for organizations benefiting the LGBTQ youth and families. West is an advocate and leader for the LGBTQ community in Ohio. "Nina" comes from the singer Nina Simone, while "West" comes from the fact that she's part of the "Haus of West".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Nina West reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 10 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Nina West's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Nina West remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Nina West Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nina West's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Nina West.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Queens of the Dead | Ginsey | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Désirée Nosbusch - Den Träumen folgen | Narrator (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Scripted Muppet Caper | Miss Piggy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Muppet Script | Miss Piggy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Lady Like | Fairytale Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Weird: The Al Yankovic Story | Divine | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Dragging the Classics: The Brady Bunch | Alice | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | This Is Me: Pride Celebration Spectacular | Self - Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Drag Queen Christmas 2020 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | When Pigs Fly | Guest Artist | Flop | Similar → |
Nina West - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nina West?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nina West is "Weird: The Al Yankovic Story" with a rating of 6.7/10.
How many movies has Nina West acted in?
Nina West has been featured in at least 10 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nina West?
Other notable films include "Queens of the Dead", "Dragging the Classics: The Brady Bunch", and "Lady Like".