Biography
Lupita Amondi Nyong'o (born 1 March 1983) is a Kenyan-Mexican actress and author. She began her career in Hollywood as a production assistant. In 2008, she made her acting debut with the short film East River and subsequently returned to Kenya to star in the television series Shuga (2009–2012). In 2009, she wrote, produced and directed the documentary In My Genes. She then pursued a master's degree in acting from the Yale School of Drama. She had her first feature film role as Patsey in 12 Year...
Known For
Complete Filmography
The Odyssey
2026
An adaptation of Homer's epic poem of the same name, follow Odysseus in his perilous journey home after the Trojan War, showcasing his encounters with...
The Wild Robot
2024
as Roz / Rummage (voice)
After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's...
A Quiet Place: Day One
2024
as Samira
As New York City is invaded by alien creatures who hunt by sound, a woman named Sam fights to survive with her cat.
Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20
2023
as Self
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the entertainment company with interviews, rare footage and photos, and never-before-heard stories from those w...
Goodbye Julia
2023
Executive Producer
A retired singer from northern Sudan, Mona, burdened by guilt for covering up a man's death, hires his southern widow, Julia, as her maid. Unable to c...
Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
2023
as Self
Follow the production of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” as the cast and crew take on the incredible challenge of remembering T’Challa with a chapter...
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
2022
as Nakia
Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s dea...
20/20 Presents Black Panther: In Search of Wakanda
2022
as Self
Exploring the evolution of Black Panther from the comic emerging in the 1960s to the film the world fell in love with in 2018; director Ryan Coogler; ...
The 355
2022
as Khadijah Adiyeme
A group of top female agents from American, British, Chinese, Colombian, and German government agencies are drawn together to try and stop an organiza...
2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2021
as Self
Filmed at the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio, the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony honors inductees: Tina Turner, Carol...
Who Are You, Charlie Brown?
2021
as Narrator (voice)
A documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans—including Drew Barrymore, Kevin Smith, and Al Roker—share its influence on...
Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King
2020
as Self (archive footage)
A tribute to Chadwick Boseman, celebrating his life and legacy.
Black Is King
2020
This visual album from Beyoncé reimagines the lessons of "The Lion King" (2019) for today's young kings and queens in search of their own crowns.
One World: Together at Home
2020
as Self
A global broadcast & digital special organized by Global Citizen and the World Health Organization featuring comedians, musicians, and actors to raise...
Worlds Beyond Earth
2020
as Narrator (voice)
Journey far beyond our own blue planet to marvel at the latest discoveries from our cosmic neighbors. Immersive visualizations of distant worlds. Gro...
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
2019
as Maz Kanata
The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once again as the journey of Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron continues. With the power and knowledge of gener...
Warrior Women with Lupita Nyong'o
2019
as Host
The Black Panther star uncovers the astounding true story of the Agoji, Benin’s female army – or as Europeans labeled them, the 'Amazons – then finds ...
Beyoncé Presents: Making The Gift
2019
as Self
Beyoncé takes viewers on a journey through Africa with an hour-long documentary special, an intimate behind-the-scenes look at the making of the album...
Little Monsters
2019
as Miss Caroline
A washed-up musician teams up with a teacher and a kids show personality to protect young children from a sudden outbreak of zombies.
Us
2019
as Adelaide Wilson / Red
Husband and wife Gabe and Adelaide Wilson take their kids to their beach house expecting to unplug and unwind with friends. But as night descends, the...
My Africa
2018
as Narrator (voice)
In Northern Kenya, the futures of wildlife and people are intertwined. Stand in the midst of a thundering wildebeest migration, witness a lioness snat...
Jack (Part 1)
2018
as Giant
Step into the shoes of Jack, grasp the magic beans in your hand, and feel the thrill of an adventure into the realm of the giants, all in a world comp...
Black Panther
2018
as Nakia
King T'Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country's new leader. However, T'Chall...
Star Wars: The Last Jedi
2017
as Maz Kanata
Rey develops her newly discovered abilities with the guidance of Luke Skywalker, who is unsettled by the strength of her powers. Meanwhile, the Resist...
August 28: A Day in the Life of a People
2017
as Self
Documentary film on events that happened on August 28th in African-American history, shown at the Smithsonian African-American History Museum.
MaNyfaCedGod
2017
as Woman
An abstract depiction of a couple going through a tumultuous time in their relationship.
Queen of Katwe
2016
as Nakku Harriet
A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
Secrets of the Force Awakens: A Cinematic Journey
2016
as Self
An inside look at the making of the movie Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015), featuring footage and exclusive interviews with the actor...
The Jungle Book
2016
as Raksha (voice)
A man-cub named Mowgli fostered by wolves. After a threat from the tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is forced to flee the jungle, by which he embarks on a jou...
Disneyland 60: The Wonderful World of Disney
2016
as Self
Walt Disney, one of the ultimate dreamers, used his uninhibited imagination and determination to create what became the springboard for all of the Wal...
Star Wars: Greatest Moments
2015
as Self
Alex Zane counts down the top 20 Star Wars moments as voted by the public. Includes contributions from famous fans as well as the stars and crew of th...
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
2015
as Maz Kanata
Thirty years after defeating the Galactic Empire, Han Solo and his allies face a new threat from the evil Kylo Ren and his army of Stormtroopers.
Non-Stop
2014
as Gwen
Bill Marks is a Federal Air Marshall for whom every day is the same until this one. On this plane ride, he starts receiving text messages from someone...
12 Years a Slave
2013
as Patsey
In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty as well...
In My Genes
2009
Director, Editor, Executive Producer
Agnes may not seem like someone with much to laugh about. For one thing, she has albinism - a lack of pigment in the skin, hair and eyes - and her app...
East River
2009
An interloper wanders uncommon spaces and fashions deceiving relationships amidst the industrial ruins of Brooklyn.
This Is My Africa
2008
as Self
Interviewees discuss the memories, tastes and experiences that they associate with Africa for a personal vision of the continent.
Strawweight
N/A
Follows two women who find themselves competing against each other – one is a young new fighter while the other is a former champion who is determined...
Born a Crime
N/A
as Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah
Film adaptation of the eponymous memoir by Trevor Noah.
Miss Universe
N/A
Plot kept under wraps. Described as a sci-fi comedy with an intergalactic beauty pageant.
Lunik Heist
N/A
Inspired by the audacious true story of the American government’s plot to steal a Soviet spacecraft during a 1959 exposition in Mexico City.
Born a Crime
N/A
Producer
Film adaptation of the eponymous memoir by Trevor Noah.
Miss Universe
N/A
Producer
Plot kept under wraps. Described as a sci-fi comedy with an intergalactic beauty pageant.
Sulwe
N/A
Book, Producer
Sulwe, a young Kenyan girl, wishes for her dark skin to be lighter. One night, she's visited by a shooting star sent by the Night that opens her eyes ...