Jenna Ortega, after her role in Netflix’s Wednesday, quickly rose to fame among the masses. She became one of the most sought-after young actresses in Hollywood. Her compelling performances in all her roles, especially the ones belonging to the horror genre captivated many hearts. She also showcased her wide range through her roles in heartfelt dramas as well as thrillers that kept you on the edge of your seats. If you are someone who’s also a Jenna Ortega fan and wishes to know about her top movies, this article is for you. It brings you a detailed list of the top 10 Jenna Ortega’s movies and TV. Out of these 10, 5 movies/TV shows are already released while the remaining 5 are upcoming projects.
Top 5 Jenna Ortega Movies And TV Shows
Following is the list of the top 5 movies and TV shows of Jenna Ortega which are already released.
1. Wednesday Season 1
Released in the year 2022, Wednesday Season 1 became the number one most searched fantasy show on the internet. It gained Jenna Ortega a well-deserved worldwide success and made her one of the most sought-after young actresses. She played the role of Wednesday Addams in Netflix’s supernatural drama. The first season is available on Netflix for the viewers to enjoy.
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2. You
Released in 2018, You is another one of Netflix’s most popular thriller/romance dramas that gained Jenna Ortegaimmense popularity. She played the role of Ellie Alves in the 4 seasons of the show. Her performance as the scrappy and passionate teenager was highly appreciated. Ellis Alves was a girl who got herself caught up in Joe’s terrifying world. All four seasons of the show are available on Netflix for viewers to enjoy.
3. Saturday Night Live
The Wednesday starrer Jenna Ortega also hosted the 15th episode of Saturday Night Live Season 48. The episode aired in 2023 on the 11th of March. The musical guest of the 15th episode was The 1975. The band performed its iconic songs like I’m in Love with You and Oh Caroline. Jenna also appeared in the 50th anniversary special episode which aired this Sunday on the 16th of February 2025. The episodes are available for viewers to watch on the official website of NBC.
4. X
Released in 2022 as well, X is another one of Jenna Ortega’s best movies. It became one of the most searched horror movies on the internet. She played the role of Lorraine in the movie revolving around the genres of horror and mystery. The movie follows the story of an aspiring filmmaking crew and cast members who visit a reclusive place to film an adult movie. However, things quickly went downhill when the elderly hosts found them and set out to kill them. Jenna’s phenomenal performance in the movie established her as one of the best actresses for such roles. The movie is available for viewers to enjoy on Amazon Prime Video.
5. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
One of the most recent releases featuring Wednesday starrer Jenna Ortega is the 2024 horror comedy Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Jenna played the role of Astrid Deetz, Lydia’s daughter. Tim Burton offered the role of Astrid to Jenna after seeing her undeniable talent in the series Wednesday. The movie is available for you to watch on Amazon Prime Video.
Top 5 Jenna Ortega Upcoming Movies And TV Shows
Following is the list of the top 5 movies and TV shows of Jenna Ortega which will be released soon.
1. Wednesday Season 2
After the immense popularity of Wednesday Season 1, Netflix was bound to renew the series for another season. Jenna Ortega will reprise her role as Wednesday Addams in the upcoming second season of the franchise set for release in 2025. The plot of the upcoming season is under tight wraps. However, the Addams family will expectedly play a pivotal role in it.
2. Death Of A Unicorn
Death Of A Unicorn is another one of Jenna Ortega’s upcoming horror comedies which is going to have its release this year on the 28th of March. Alex Scharfman is the director of the movie. It features many other talented actors and actresses like Paul Rudd, Will Poulter, Richard E. Grant, and Téa Leoni. The movie revolves around a man and his teenage daughter who accidentally crash into a unicorn.
3. Hurry Up Tomorrow
Hurry Up Tomorrow is also Jenna Ortega’s upcoming musical psychological thriller featuring The Weekend. It was made under the direction of Trey Edward Shults and will have its release on the 16th of May 2025. The plot of the movie revolves around the story of a musician suffering from insomnia. He gets into a nightmarish odyssey with a stranger who starts unraveling his entire existence.
4. Klara and the Sun
Klara and the Sun, featuring Wednesday starrer Jenna Ortega, is an upcoming dystopian science fiction. It is made under the direction of Taika Waititi. Dahvi Waller is its writer. Kazuo Ishiguro authored the novel published under the same title which inspired the plot of the movie. It also stars Amy Adams alongside Jenna Ortega. The movie is expected to be released in 2025.
5. The Gallerist
The Gallerist is an American thriller set for release in the upcoming year 2026. It is made under the direction of Cathy Yan and also stars popular stars like Natalie Portman. The plot of the movie revolves around the story of a gallerist who is suffering from a mental health disorder. She formulates a scheme to sell a dead guy at Art Basel Miami.
