Danielle Deadwyler
ActingAbout Danielle Deadwyler
Danielle Deadwyler (born May 3, 1982) is an American actress. She began her career appearing on Atlanta stage, notably the 2009 production of For Colored Girls, and made her screen debut in the 2012 drama film A Cross to Bear. She appeared in the primetime series The Haves and the Have Nots (2015–2017), the series P-Valley (2020), the miniseries Station Eleven (2021–2022), and the miniseries From Scratch (2022). Deadwyler garnered critical acclaim for starring in the western film The Harder They Fall (2021) and the biopic Till (2022). Her portrayal of Mamie Till in the latter earned her many accolades, garnering the Gotham Independent Film Award for Outstanding Lead Performance and earning BAFTA Award, Critics' Choice Movie Award and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations. Description above from the Wikipedia article Danielle Deadwyler, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Danielle Deadwyler Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Danielle Deadwyler reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Danielle Deadwyler's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Danielle Deadwyler'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 A Cross to Bear, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Danielle Deadwyler Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Danielle Deadwyler's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Danielle Deadwyler has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Saviors | Kimberley Harrison | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | 40 Acres | Hailey Freeman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Woman in the Yard | Ramona | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Carry-On | Elena Cole | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson: Legacy and a Vision | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson | Berniece Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | I Saw the TV Glow | Brenda | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Parallel | Vanessa | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Till | Mamie Till-Mobley | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Harder They Fall | Cuffee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Devil to Pay | Lemon Cassidy | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | It's Time | Karen Phillips | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Black Dispatch | Sable | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Jane and Emma | Jane Manning | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Leisure Seeker | Hotel Waitress | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Gifted | Animal Shelter Worker | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Sweet, Sweet Country | Ndizeye | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | A Cross to Bear | Erica | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Otis & Zelma | Zelma Redding | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Street | Lutie Johnson | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Chaperones | - | Flop | Similar → |
Danielle Deadwyler - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Danielle Deadwyler?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Danielle Deadwyler is "A Cross to Bear" with a rating of 9.3/10.
How many movies has Danielle Deadwyler acted in?
Danielle Deadwyler has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Danielle Deadwyler?
Other notable films include "Gifted", "Till", and "The Leisure Seeker".