Alex Newell
ActingAbout Alex Newell
Alex Eugene Newell (born August 20, 1992) is an American actor and singer. They are known for their role as Unique Adams on the Fox musical series Glee and Mo on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist. Newell also starred as Asaka in the Broadway revival of Once on This Island at the Circle in the Square Theatre in 2018. For their role in Shucked, they won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Newell and J. Harrison Ghee were the first openly non-binary actors to be nominated for and win a Tony Award. As a singer, Newell has released tracks with Clean Bandit, Blonde, and The Knocks.
Alex Newell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Alex Newell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Alex Newell's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Alex Newell'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 Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Alex Newell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alex Newell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Alex Newell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Lulu Is a Rhinoceros | Cory / Kitten (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Pippin: 50th Anniversary Concert | Leading Player | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Another Simple Favor | Vicky | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Pacemaker | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Zoey's Extraordinary Christmas | Mo | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Come and Learn with Pibby! | Melira (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Wicked in Concert: A Musical Celebration of the Iconic Broadway Score | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | This Is Me: Pride Celebration Spectacular | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | A Killer Party | Shea Crescendo | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Resident Advisors | Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Geography Club | Ike | Average | Similar → |
Alex Newell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alex Newell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alex Newell is "Together in Pride: You Are Not Alone" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Alex Newell acted in?
Alex Newell has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alex Newell?
Other notable films include "Wicked in Concert: A Musical Celebration of the Iconic Broadway Score", "Pippin: 50th Anniversary Concert", and "Lulu Is a Rhinoceros".