Acting

Anika Noni Rose

Born September 6, 1972 · Bloomfield, Connecticut, USA (age 53)

Anika Noni Rose (born September 6, 1972) is an American actress. She is best known for voicing Tiana in The Princess and the Frog (2009). She was named a Disney Legend in 2011. Rose starred as Lorrell Robinson in the Academy Award-winning film Dreamgirls (2006). Her contribution to the film's soundtrack earned her a nomination for a Grammy Award. She is also known for her performances in theatre,…

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Zootopia 2

Zootopia 2 · 2025

MovieAnimationAdventure

After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a great mystery when Gary De'Snake arrives and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before.

Mufasa: The Lion King

Mufasa: The Lion King · 2024

Mufasa: The Lion King

MovieAdventureFamily

Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.

The Princess and the Frog

The Princess and the Frog · 2009

The Princess and the Frog

MovieAnimationRomance

A waitress, desperate to fulfill her dreams as a restaurant owner, is set on a journey to turn a frog prince back into a human being, but she has to face the same problem after she kisses him.

Ralph Breaks the Internet

Ralph Breaks the Internet · 2018

Ralph Breaks the Internet

MovieActionAdventure

Video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope's video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet — the netizens — to help navigate their way, including an entrepreneur named Yesss, who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube.

Once Upon a Studio

Once Upon a Studio · 2023

Once Upon a Studio

MovieAnimationFamily

Created for Disney's 100th anniversary, the short features Mickey Mouse corralling a gallery of legendary Disney characters for a group photo.

Everything, Everything

Everything, Everything · 2017

Everything, Everything

MovieDramaRomance

A teenager who's lived a sheltered life because she's allergic to everything, falls for the boy who moves in next door.

Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls · 2006

MovieDramaMusic

A trio of female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960s, facing their own personal struggles along the way.

Assassination Nation

Assassination Nation · 2018

Assassination Nation

MovieThrillerHorror

After an anonymous hacker begins leaking the private data of thousands living in a small American town, the townspeople spiral into madness, with four high school seniors at the center of the maelstrom.

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Zootopia 2

Zootopia 2 · 2025

MovieAnimationAdventure

After cracking the biggest case in Zootopia's history, rookie cops Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde find themselves on the twisting trail of a great mystery when Gary De'Snake arrives and turns the animal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before.

Squeal of Fortune (voice)

Mufasa: The Lion King

Mufasa: The Lion King · 2024

Mufasa: The Lion King

MovieAdventureFamily

Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.

Afia (voice)

The Princess and the Frog

The Princess and the Frog · 2009

The Princess and the Frog

MovieAnimationRomance

A waitress, desperate to fulfill her dreams as a restaurant owner, is set on a journey to turn a frog prince back into a human being, but she has to face the same problem after she kisses him.

Tiana (voice)

Ralph Breaks the Internet

Ralph Breaks the Internet · 2018

Ralph Breaks the Internet

MovieActionAdventure

Video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope's video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet — the netizens — to help navigate their way, including an entrepreneur named Yesss, who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube.

Tiana (voice)

Once Upon a Studio

Once Upon a Studio · 2023

Once Upon a Studio

MovieAnimationFamily

Created for Disney's 100th anniversary, the short features Mickey Mouse corralling a gallery of legendary Disney characters for a group photo.

Tiana (voice)

Everything, Everything

Everything, Everything · 2017

Everything, Everything

MovieDramaRomance

A teenager who's lived a sheltered life because she's allergic to everything, falls for the boy who moves in next door.

Dr. Pauline Whittier

Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls · 2006

MovieDramaMusic

A trio of female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960s, facing their own personal struggles along the way.

Lorrell Robinson

Assassination Nation

Assassination Nation · 2018

Assassination Nation

MovieThrillerHorror

After an anonymous hacker begins leaking the private data of thousands living in a small American town, the townspeople spiral into madness, with four high school seniors at the center of the maelstrom.

Nancey Lacey

Khumba

MovieAnimationAdventure

A half-striped zebra is blamed for the drought and leaves his herd in search of his missing stripes. He is joined on his quest by an overprotective wildebeest and a flamboyant ostrich; they defeat the tyrannical leopard and save his herd.

Lungisa (voice)

Body Cam

Body Cam · 2020

MovieHorrorThriller

As a police officer investigates the gruesome murder of her colleague, she discovers that a mysterious supernatural force is behind it.

Taneesha Branz

Surviving Christmas

Surviving Christmas · 2004

Surviving Christmas

MovieComedyRomance

A wealthy executive, Drew Latham (Ben Affleck) has no close relationships and becomes nostalgic for his childhood home as Christmas approaches. When he visits the house and finds another family living there, he offers the residents, Tom Valco (James Gandolfini) and his wife, Christine (Catherine O'Hara), a large sum of money to pretend they are his parents. Soon Drew tests the couple's patience, and, when their daughter, Alicia (Christina Applegate), arrives, things get increasingly tense.

Choir

LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite

LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite · 2025

LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite

MovieAnimationComedy

After Ariel, Moana, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Snow White thwarted Gaston's plan to take over all of their kingdoms, he calls upon Ursula, Jafar, and the Evil Queen to help take the Princesses down once and for all. The Princesses learn about Gaston's scheme and recruit a few friends of their own with the help of Magic Mirror: Aurora, Belle, and Cinderella! Together, the Princesses team up for an ultimate showdown of good versus evil.

Tiana (voice)

Lego Disney Princess: The Castle Quest

Lego Disney Princess: The Castle Quest · 2023

Lego Disney Princess: The Castle Quest

MovieAnimationAdventure

Tiana, Moana, Snow White, Rapunzel, and Ariel are off on an adventure as they are each unexpectedly transported to a mysterious castle. Shortly after arriving, they soon discover that Gaston has hatched an evil plan to take over all their kingdoms! The Princess characters must work together to solve challenges hidden deep within the castle walls and try to save their kingdoms from Gaston. Will bravery, quick-thinking, and teamwork prevail?

Tiana (voice)

Injustice

Injustice · 2021

MovieAnimationScience Fiction

When Lois Lane is killed, an unhinged Superman decides to take control of the Earth. Determined to stop him, Batman creates a team of freedom-fighting heroes. But when superheroes go to war, can the world survive?

Selina Kyle / Catwoman (voice)

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey · 2020

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

MovieFamilyFantasy

An imaginary world comes to life in a holiday tale of an eccentric toymaker, his adventurous granddaughter, and a magical invention that has the power to change their lives forever.

Jessica

Vixen: The Movie

Vixen: The Movie · 2017

Vixen: The Movie

MovieActionAnimation

Originally from Africa, Mari McCabe grew up an orphan after her parents were killed by local greed, corruption and wanton violence. But Mari refuses to succumb to the terrors surrounding her. Inheriting her family's Anansi Totem, Mari can access the powers of animals - anything from the super-strength of a gorilla to the speed of a cheetah. As Vixen, she fights valiantly to protect the world from threats like those that claimed her family.

Kuasa (voice)

For Colored Girls

For Colored Girls · 2010

For Colored Girls

A film about existence from the perspective of 20 nameless black females. Each of the women portray one of the characters represented in the collection of twenty poems, revealing different issues that impact women in general and women of color in particular.

Yasmine / Yellow

The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain

The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain · 2021

The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain

MovieMysteryThriller

Based on the true story of the events that led to the death of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr., an elderly African American veteran with bipolar disorder, who was killed during a conflict with police officers who were dispatched to check on him.

Candace Wade

Half of a Yellow Sun

Half of a Yellow Sun · 2013

Half of a Yellow Sun

MovieRomanceDrama

An epic love story: Olanna and Kainene are glamorous twins, living a privileged city life in newly independent 1960s Nigeria. The two women make very different choices of lovers, but rivalry and betrayal must be set aside as their lives are swept up in the turbulence of war.

Kainene

Have a Little Faith

Have a Little Faith · 2011

Have a Little Faith

MovieDramaTV Movie

At age 82, Mitch Albom's former rabbi Albert Lewis wants the famous Detroit sportswriter to give his eulogy when the time comes. Albom makes a visit to his former home town in New Jersey, where Rabbi Lewis has served a congregation for about 50 years. Albom doesn't feel worthy, especially since he is no longer a practicing Jew and, in fact, he has married a Christian (who apparently isn't active either). Nevertheless, Rabbi Lewis says he is the one to do the job, and over the next eight years, Albom makes several visits back home and even attends some Sabbath services, where the good rabbi is determined to continue working and inspiring his flock even as his health declines.

Annette

As Cool as I Am

As Cool as I Am · 2013

As Cool as I Am

MovieComedyDrama

In a small American town, 16-year-old Lucy is left to largely raise herself, managing the household while her immature mother works and her father is away in Canada for months at a time. As her parents' emotional distance intensifies, Lucy explores her own sexuality with her childhood best friend, Kenny.

Frances

From Justin to Kelly

From Justin to Kelly · 2003

From Justin to Kelly

MovieComedyRomance

A waitress from Texas and a college student from Pennsylvania meet during spring break in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and come together through their shared love of singing.

Kaya

Sofia the First: Dear Sofia...A Royal Collection

Sofia the First: Dear Sofia...A Royal Collection · 2015

Sofia the First: Dear Sofia...A Royal Collection

MovieAnimationFantasy

Join Sofia on a daring adventure with Mulan in the Kingdom of Wei Ling, soar through the skies with Jasmine on a magic carpet ride, and learn important lessons about friendship and life's true gifts from Belle and Tiana.

Princess Tiana (voice)

Outlaw Johnny Black

Outlaw Johnny Black · 2023

Outlaw Johnny Black

MovieActionComedy

Hell bent on avenging the death of his father, Johnny Black vows to gun down Brett Clayton and becomes a wanted man in the process while posing as a preacher in a small mining town that's been taken over by a notorious Land Baron.

Jessie Lee

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit · 1999

Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

SeriesCrimeDrama

In the criminal justice system, sexually-based offenses are considered especially heinous. In New York City, the dedicated detectives who investigate these vicious felonies are members of an elite squad known as the Special Victims Unit. These are their stories.

Miriam Deng

The Simpsons

The Simpsons · 1989

SeriesAnimationComedy

Set in Springfield, the average American town, the show focuses on the antics and everyday adventures of the Simpson family; Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie, as well as a virtual cast of thousands. Since the beginning, the series has been a pop culture icon, attracting hundreds of celebrities to guest star. The show has also made name for itself in its fearless satirical take on politics, media and American life in general.

Rita LaFleur (voice)

The Good Wife

The Good Wife · 2009

Alicia Florrick boldly assumes full responsibility for her family and re-enters the workforce after her husband's very public sex and political corruption scandal lands him in jail.

Wendy Scott-Carr

Elementary

Elementary · 2012

SeriesDramaMystery

A modern-day drama about a crime-solving duo that cracks the NYPD's most impossible cases. Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare - a sober companion, Dr. Watson.

Dr. Carrie Dwyer

Third Watch

Third Watch · 1999

SeriesDramaCrime

The exploits of a group of men and women who serve the City of New York as police officers, firemen, and paramedics, all working the same fictional 55th precinct during the 3pm to 11pm shift - the 'Third Watch'.

Monay

Private Practice

Private Practice · 2007

Private Practice

Having left behind Seattle Grace Hospital, renowned surgeon Addison Forbes Montgomery moves to Los Angeles for sunnier weather and happier possibilities. She reunites with her friends from medical school, joining them at their chic, co-op, Oceanside Wellness Center in Santa Monica.

Corinne Bennett

Marvel's Avengers

Marvel's Avengers · 2013

Marvel's Avengers

SeriesAction & AdventureAnimation

The further adventures of the Marvel Universe's mightiest general membership superhero team. With an all-star roster consisting of Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Hawkeye, Falcon and, occasionally--when she feels like it and only when she feels like it--Black Widow, the Avengers are a team in the truest sense. The Avengers save the world from the biggest threats imaginable--threats no single super hero could withstand.

Yemandi (voice)

Bates Motel

Bates Motel · 2013

SeriesDramaCrime

A "contemporary prequel" to the 1960 film Psycho, depicting the life of Norman Bates and his mother Norma prior to the events portrayed in Hitchcock's film, albeit in a different fictional town and in a modern setting. The series begins after the death of Norma's husband, when she purchases a motel located in a coastal Oregon town so she and Norman can start a new life.

Liz Babbit

Power

SeriesCrimeDrama

A successful New York entrepreneur lives a double life as the head of a drug empire that serves only the rich and influential, all while wanting to escape the underworld and keep his family safe.

LaVerne "Jukebox" Ganner

Sofia the First

Sofia the First · 2013

Sofia the First

SeriesFamilyAnimation

Set in the storybook world of Enchancia, this is the story of Princess Sofia, an adventurous little girl who is learning how to adjust to royal life after her mom marries the king and she becomes a princess overnight.

Princess Tiana (voice)

Amphibia

Amphibia · 2019

SeriesAnimationAction & Adventure

The adventures of 13-year-old, self-centered Anne Boonchuy who is magically transported to the fictitious world of Amphibia, a rural marshland full of frog-people. With the help of an excitable young frog named Sprig, Anne will become a hero and discover the first true friendship of her life.

Dr. Jan (voice)

Pantheon

Pantheon · 2022

SeriesAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy

A bullied teen receives mysterious help from someone online: a stranger soon revealed to be her recently deceased father, David, whose consciousness has been uploaded to the Cloud following an experimental destructive brain scan. David is the first of a new kind of being – an “Uploaded Intelligence” or “UI” – but he will not be the last, as a global conspiracy unfolds that threatens to trigger a new kind of world war.

Ballet Teacher / News Anchor / Nurse (voice)

The Mighty Nein

The Mighty Nein · 2025

The Mighty Nein

SeriesAnimationAction & Adventure

When a powerful arcane relic known as 'The Beacon' falls into nefarious hands, a group of fugitives and outcasts, bound by secrets and scars, must learn to work together to save the realm and stop reality as they know it from unraveling.

Marion (voice)

Star Wars: Visions

Star Wars: Visions · 2021

Star Wars: Visions

SeriesAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy

This anthology of animated shorts from around the world celebrates the mythos of Star Wars through unique cultural lenses.

Eureka / Mother (voice)

Maid

After fleeing an abusive relationship, a young mother finds a job cleaning houses as she fights to provide for her child and build them a better future.

Regina

Them

SeriesDramaMystery

A limited anthology series that explores terror in America.

Ella Mae Johnson

Hack

SeriesCrimeDrama

When corruption charges strip him of his job, his family and his pride, former cop Mike Olshansky forges a new identity as a Philadelphia cab driver, patrolling the city as a roving vigilante who works with local police.

Eyes of Wakanda

Eyes of Wakanda · 2025

Eyes of Wakanda

SeriesAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy

Follow the adventures of brave Wakandan warriors throughout history in this globe-trotting adventure, where they must carry out dangerous missions to retrieve Vibranium artifacts from the enemies of Wakanda. They are the Hatut Zaraze and this is their story.

The Intruder / Black Panther (voice)

Little Fires Everywhere

Little Fires Everywhere · 2020

Little Fires Everywhere

The intertwined fates of the picture-perfect Richardson family and an enigmatic mother and daughter who upend their lives. Explore the weight of secrets, the nature of art and identity, the ferocious pull of motherhood – and the danger in believing that following the rules can avert disaster.

Pauline Hawthorne

100 Centre Street

100 Centre Street · 2001

100 Centre Street

100 Centre Street is an American legal drama created by Sidney Lumet and starring Alan Arkin, Val Avery, Bobby Cannavale, Joel de la Fuente and Paula Devicq.

Vixen

SeriesAnimationSci-Fi & Fantasy

Originally from Africa, Mari McGabe's parents were killed by local greed, corruption and wanton violence. But the orphaned Marl refuses to succumb to the terrors surrounding her. Inheriting her family's Tantu Totem, Mari can access the powers of animals - anything from the super-strength of a gorilla to the speed of a cheetah. As Vixen she fights valiantly to protect the world from threats like those that claimed her family.

Kuasa (voice)

Roots

SeriesDramaAction & Adventure

An adaptation of Alex Haley's "Roots", chronicling the history of an African slave, Kunta Kinte sold to America and his descendants.

Kizzy

The Quad

The Quad · 2017

Dr. Eva Fletcher is the newly-elected President of the fictional Georgia A&M University. Upon arriving, Eva is charged with saving the prestigious HBCU from bankruptcy and her twenty-year marriage from crumbling while managing a tumultuous relationship with her rebellious only daughter. A diverse group of freshmen also promises to keep Eva's hands full.

Dr. Eva Fletcher

Let the Right One In

Let the Right One In · 2022

Let the Right One In

SeriesDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Mark and his 12-year-old daughter’s lives were changed forever 10 years earlier when she was turned into a vampire. Locked in at age 12, perhaps forever, Eleanor lives a closed-in life, able to go out only at night, while her father does his best to provide her with the minimal amount of human blood she needs to stay alive.

Naomi Cole