Janet Jackson Filmography: Every Movie and TV Show in Order
All 18 Janet Jackson roles in chronological order (1953 to 2022): 8 movies and 10 TV series.

How many movies and TV shows has Janet Jackson been in? This complete Janet Jackson filmography lists 18 credited roles (8 films, 10 TV series), in chronological order from 1953 to 2022, with links to our full guides where available.
Janet Jackson movies in order
- Malcolm X (1992) as Self (uncredited)
- Poetic Justice (1993) as Justice
- Michael Jackson: Dangerous - The Short Films (1993) as Self (uncredited)
- Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000) as Denise
- Why Did I Get Married? (2007) as Patricia
- Why Did I Get Married Too? (2010) as Patricia
- For Colored Girls (2010) as Jo / Red
- Michael Jackson: Chase the Truth (2019) as Self (archive footage)
Janet Jackson TV shows
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- Good Times (1974) as Milicent 'Penny' Woods
- Diff'rent Strokes (1978) as Charlene DuPrey
- Fame (1982) as Cleo Hewitt
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984)
- MTV Video Music Awards (1984) as Self
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- Will & Grace (1998) as Janet Jackson
- Leaving Neverland (2019) as Self (archive footage)
- JANET JACKSON. (2022) as Self
Filmography data via TMDB, refreshed automatically as new roles are announced.
Frequently asked questions
How many movies has Janet Jackson been in?
Janet Jackson has 8 credited film roles and 10 TV roles, for a total of 18 credits from 1953 to 2022.
What was Janet Jackson's first major role?
The Oscars (1953).
What is Janet Jackson's most recent project?
JANET JACKSON. (2022).



