? Movies
- Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013)
- Early horror film as Annie, marking one of her first major big-screen roles.
- Early horror film as Annie, marking one of her first major big-screen roles.
- The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020)
- Netflix horror-comedy sequel starring Ortega as Phoebe—her performance earned standout attention.
- Yes Day (2021)
- Family comedy with Jennifer Garner; Ortega plays one of the children, earning praise for her charm.The Fallout (2021)
- Emotional drama exploring trauma after a school shooting; Ortega’s lead role is widely considered her most acclaimed to date.
- X (2022)
- A critical horror success where she plays Lorraine; this role cemented her reputation as a “scream queen”
- A critical horror success where she plays Lorraine; this role cemented her reputation as a “scream queen”
- Scream (2022) & Scream VI (2023)
- Portrays Tara Carpenter, a major character in this iconic slasher reboot franchise
- Miller’s Girl (2024)
- A drama-thriller starring Ortega as a student in a complicated relationship with her teacher
- Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024)
- Reunites with director Tim Burton; Ortega plays Astrid Deetz in this sequel, earning positive reviews.
- Reunites with director Tim Burton; Ortega plays Astrid Deetz in this sequel, earning positive reviews.
- Death of a Unicorn (2025)
- Dark fantasy comedy with Paul Rudd; Ortega takes a lead role as his daughter in this A24 release.
- Dark fantasy comedy with Paul Rudd; Ortega takes a lead role as his daughter in this A24 release.
- Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025)
- Psychological thriller featuring Ortega alongside Abel Tesfaye (The Weeknd), showcasing her versatility.
- Psychological thriller featuring Ortega alongside Abel Tesfaye (The Weeknd), showcasing her versatility.
? TV Shows
- Jane the Virgin (2014–2019)
- Breakout role as Young Jane in flashback scenes; earned recognition for her depth even in limited screen time.
- Breakout role as Young Jane in flashback scenes; earned recognition for her depth even in limited screen time.
- Stuck in the Middle (2016–2018)
- Starred as Harley Diaz in this Disney Channel series, showcasing comedic timing and lead skills.
- Elena of Avalor (2016–2020)
- Voiced Princess Isabel in Disney’s animated hit, demonstrating her voice acting talent.
- You (Season 2, 2019)
- Appeared as Ellie Alves in Netflix’s psychological thriller, earning critical praise for her performance.
- Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous (2020–2022)
- Voiced Brooklynn in the animated series; a standout performance praised for its depth and reliability.
- Wednesday (2022–present)
- Breakout leading role as Wednesday Addams in Tim Burton’s Netflix series. Ortega is now also an executive producer for season 2, which premieres August 2025.
? Career Highlights & Rising Star
- Ortega’s breakthrough came with Wednesday, which turned her into a global sensation
- Her roles in The Fallout and X showcased her dramatic depth and genre versatility (ew.com).
- Participation in major franchises like Scream and Beetlejuice reflect her growing prominence in both horror and mainstream entertainment.
- Continues to embrace creative growth behind the camera, now producing Wednesday Season 2 (ew.com).
? Final Take
From Disney Channel to Netflix stardom, horror acclaim, and high-profile roles with A24 and Hollywood major studios, Jenna Ortega’s filmography reveals a rapid and impactful rise. With major upcoming projects and her first push into producing, she’s quickly establishing herself as one of her generation’s most dynamic actors.
