Samira Wiley

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

13Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Born: Apr 15, 1987

Birth Place: Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Samira Wiley reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Samira Wiley's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 15% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Samira Wiley remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Detroit, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Samira Wiley Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Samira Wiley's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

Detroit: A police raid in Detroit in 1967 results in one of the largest citizens' uprisings in the history of the United States.

Detroit

2017•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Nerve: Industrious high school senior Vee Delmonico has had it with living life on the sidelines. When pressured by friends to

Nerve

2016•Mystery

★6.2

★6.2

Being Flynn: Working in a Boston homeless shelter, Nick Flynn re-encounters his father, a con man and self-proclaimed poet. Sensing t

Being Flynn

2012•Drama

★6.1

★6.1

Rob the Mob: The true-life story of a crazy-in-love Queens couple who robbed a series of mafia social clubs and got away with it… for

Rob the Mob

2014•Crime

★6.1

★6.1

Social Animals: Determined not to turn into her parents, or be drawn into any relationship longer than a one night stand, Zoe constantly

Social Animals

2018•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Samira Wiley.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2022	National Theatre Live: Blues for an Alabama Sky	Angel Allen	Flop	Similar →
2021	Breaking News in Yuba County	Jonelle	Average	Similar →
2020	Night on Earth: Shot in the Dark	Self - Narrator (voice)	Average	Similar →
2019	Vault	Karyn	Average	Similar →
2018	Social Animals	Lana	Average	Similar →
2017	Detroit	Vanessa	Hit	Similar →
2016	37	Joyce Smith	Flop	Similar →
2016	Nerve	Azhar	Hit	Similar →
2014	Rob the Mob	Agent Annie Bell	Average	Similar →
2012	Being Flynn	Asha	Average	Similar →
2011	The Sitter	Tina	Average	Similar →
N/A	Tangles	-	Flop	Similar →
N/A	They Fight	Ketta	Flop	Similar →

Samira Wiley - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Samira Wiley?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Samira Wiley is "Detroit" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Samira Wiley acted in?

Samira Wiley has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Samira Wiley?

Other notable films include "Nerve", "Being Flynn", and "Rob the Mob".