Gabourey Sidibe
ActingAbout Gabourey Sidibe
Gabourey Sidibe (born May 6, 1983) is an American actress. She made her acting debut in the 2009 film Precious, a role that earned her the Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead, in addition to nominations for the Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Actress. Her other film roles include Tower Heist (2011), White Bird in a Blizzard (2014), Grimsby (2016) and Antebellum (2020).
Gabourey Sidibe Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gabourey Sidibe reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gabourey Sidibe's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Gabourey Sidibe'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 School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gabourey Sidibe Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gabourey Sidibe's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gabourey Sidibe has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Give Me Back My Daughter | Renee | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Black Barbie | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | All I Didn't Want for Christmas | Emily Harris | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Asking For It | Rudy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | All In: The Fight for Democracy | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Antebellum | Dawn | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Come As You Are | Sam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play | Nana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Grimsby | Banu | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Gravy | Winketta | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Top Five | Gabourey Sidibe | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Life Partners | Jen | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | White Bird in a Blizzard | Beth | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Seven Psychopaths | Sharice | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Tower Heist | Odessa Montero | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Saturday Night Live: The Best of '09/'10 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Yelling To The Sky | Latonya Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire | Precious | Hit | Similar → |
Gabourey Sidibe - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gabourey Sidibe?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gabourey Sidibe is "School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gabourey Sidibe acted in?
Gabourey Sidibe has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gabourey Sidibe?
Other notable films include "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire", "All In: The Fight for Democracy", and "Seven Psychopaths".