What Movies Has Jenna Ortega Starred In?

Jenna Ortega’s career is like a rocket ship that’s been soaring since she was a kid—and honestly, we’re all just here to cheer her on! Let’s rewind: she got her first big dose of recognition as young Jane in The CW’s Jane the Virgin (2014–2019). Remember that spunky, wide-eyed version of Jane? Yep, that was Jenna, stealing scenes left and right with that natural charm of hers.

Then Disney Channel came calling, and bam—she landed the lead as Harley Diaz in Stuck in the Middle (2016–2018). If you watched that show, you know Harley was the ultimate middle-child chaos coordinator, juggling a zillion siblings and turning everyday moments into comedy gold. And get this: she even bagged an Imagen Award for it! Total proof that her talent was already shining bright.

Netflix quickly became her second home, too. In 2019, she played Ellie Alves in the thriller You—that role? Equal parts creepy and compelling, showing she could nail dark, twisty stories. Then in 2021, she switched gears for the family flick Yes Day, where she got to be a fun-loving teen navigating a day of wild, no-rules adventures. Talk about range!

But 2021 was also the year she blew us away in The Fallout. Playing a traumatized high school student, she delivered a performance so raw and real, it had critics singing her praises. That role? A total turning point, proving she wasn’t just a “kid actor” anymore—she was a force to be reckoned with.

And then… Wednesday. Need we say more? When she stepped into Wednesday Addams’ iconic black dress for Netflix’s 2022 horror-comedy, she didn’t just play the role—she redefined it. That deadpan stare, that dry wit, that dance scene that went viral? Pure magic. No wonder it scored her nominations at the Golden Globes, Primetime Emmys, and SAG Awards—she earned every single one.

But wait, there’s more! Jenna’s become a horror movie queen, and we’re here for it. She slayed in Scream (2022), X (2022), and Scream VI (2023)—running from killers, serving up scares, and making the genre her own. No wonder media outlets are calling her “Gen Z’s scream queen”! And let’s not forget Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)—if anyone can hold their own in a sequel to a classic, it’s her.

Oh, and did we mention the accolades? She made The Hollywood Reporter’s Power 100 list in 2023 and Forbes’ 30 Under 30 in 2024. Plus, her fashion game? Chef’s kiss. From red carpets to street style, she’s got that effortlessly cool vibe down. And when she’s not acting or slaying outfits? She’s supporting charitable causes—total triple threat: talent, style, and heart.