Quvenzhané Wallis
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Quvenzhané Wallis (/kwəˈvɛnʒəneɪ/ kwə-VEN-zhə-nay; born August 28, 2003) is an American actress and author. In 2012, she starred as Hushpuppy in the drama film Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012), for which she was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress, becoming the youngest actress to be nominated in the category, as well as the first actor born in the 21st century nominated for an Oscar. She went on to appear in the Steve McQueen film 12 Years a Slave (2013). Wallis starred as Annie Bennett in the 2014 adaptation of Annie, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Comedy or Musical Wallis is also known for voicing the character Harper in the animated film Trolls (2016); as well as her role as Kyra in the television sitcom Black-ish (2019). As an author, she has published four children's books, Shai & Emmie Star in Break an Egg!, A Night Out with Mama, Shai & Emmie Star in Dancy Pants! and Shai & Emmie Star in To the Rescue!
Quvenzhané Wallis Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Quvenzhané Wallis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 13 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Quvenzhané Wallis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 46% of Quvenzhané Wallis'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 Lemonade, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Quvenzhané Wallis Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Quvenzhané Wallis's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Quvenzhané Wallis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Breathe | Zora | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Trolls | Harper (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Lemonade | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Fathers and Daughters | Lucy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Annie | Annie Bennett | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet | Almitra (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | 12 Years a Slave | Margaret Northup | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Boneshaker | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Wide-Awake | The Superhero | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Beasts of the Southern Wild | Hushpuppy | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Naya: Legend of the Golden Dolphin | Princess Naya (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | The Personal History of Rachel DuPree | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Hide and Don't Speak | - | Flop | Similar → |
Quvenzhané Wallis - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Quvenzhané Wallis?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Quvenzhané Wallis is "Lemonade" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Quvenzhané Wallis acted in?
Quvenzhané Wallis has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Quvenzhané Wallis?
Other notable films include "12 Years a Slave", "Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet", and "Fathers and Daughters".