Mean girls, demigods, and superheroes, oh my!
As March graces us with Women’s History Month, we have compiled a list of the best films and television shows 2024 so far – with women leading the forefront. This list aims to showcase actresses who left us speechless for their onscreen performances. From live-action series of beloved media to revamped classics, the film and television series of this year display the best female performers to keep an eye out on.
These films of 2024 shine a light on the strong female performances within their main casts. A ride through various genres, these women-led films allow audiences to enjoy the performances in a short period of time. Whether you’ll enjoy these films for the plot (or for Zendaya, which I understand), you’ll find a film or two that will make your watch time as enjoyable as possible.
FILMS:
Renee Rapp – Regina George – “Mean Girls”
Jenna Ortega – Cairo Sweet – “Miller’s Girl”
Kathyrn Newton – Lisa Frankenstein – “Lisa Frankenstein”
Katy M. O’Brian – Jackie – “Love Lies Bleeding”
Bryce Dallas Howard – Elly Conway – “Argylle”
Dakota Johnson – Madame Web – “Madame Web”
Sydney Sweeney – Julia Carpenter – “Madame Web”
Florence Pugh – Princess Irulan – “Dune: Part 2”
Zendaya – Chani – “Dune: Part 2”
Zendaya – Tashi – “Challengers”
Mckenna Grace – Phoebe Spengler – “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire”
Anya Taylor-Joy – Imperator Furiosa – “Furiosa”
Kristen Dunst – “Civil War”
Emily Blunt – “The Fall Guy”
Cailey Fleming -”IF”
Television expands the world of storytelling, giving the female actresses leading the shows to build on their performances in a fulfilling manner. Want to watch a smart, strong demigod find her way through a hero’s journey? A waterbender working hard to protect her tribe – and the world? Read through this list of fantastic women-led television shows to discover more interesting series to add to your watchlist.
SHOWS:
Leah Sava Jeffries – Annabeth Chase – “Percy Jackson and the Olympians”
Quinta Brunson – Janine Teagues – “Abbott Elementary”
Ambika Mod – Emma Morley – “One Day”
Kiawentiio Tarbel – Katara – “Avatar: The Last Airbender”
Alaqua Cox – Maya Lopez – “Echo”
Maya Erskine – Jane – “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”
Michelle Yeoh – Mama Sun – “The Brothers Sun”
Sofia Vergara – Grisela Blanco – “Griselda”
Danai Gurira – Michonne – “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live”
Anna Sawai – Lady Mariko – “Shogun”
