It was recently announced that 20th Century and Selena Gomez are in talks to produce a reboot of the popular 1980s classic film Working Girl. The six-time Oscar award-winning original starred Melanie Griffith and Harrison Ford, and while the Gomez-directed reboot has no actors attached as of right now, it is likely to premiere on Hulu when it's all said and done.
Selena Gomez has been in the television and movie industry since 2002 when she made her debut on Barney & Friends. Since then, she has been a key player in a variety of beloved movies and TV shows, not only as an actor but as a producer and even as a recording artist.
Living Undocumented (2019) - 6.6
Stream On Netflix
Living Undocumented is a 2019 Netflix documentary that looks into the lives of undocumented immigrants living in the United States. It was executive produced by Selena Gomez, who decided to get involved after watching footage that would be used and seeing her own family in the footage.
Gomez penned an op-ed in TIME Magazine about the American immigration crisis and her family's history as undocumented immigrants. In it, she discusses meeting the individuals whose lives are shown in the documentary, and the impact that they had on her.
Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015) - 6.6
Stream On Freevee
Re-upping to her role of Mavis Dracula, Selena Gomez took on a bigger spotlight in Hotel Transylvania 2 than she had in the original. The movie takes place nine years after the first and follows Mavis and now-husband Johnny as they tackle parenting for their child Dennis, giving Gomez a bit more screen time than she had in the Vlad-focused Hotel Transylvania.
This film came at a more movie-intensive part of Gomez's career, where she hadn't been a mainstay on a TV show since the conclusion of Wizards of Waverly Place in 2012. Hotel Transylvania 2 saw mixed reviews, but overall Gomez's reprise of the Mavis role was well-received by fans of the original
Wizards Of Waverly Place (2007 - 2012) - 6.9
Stream On Disney+
One of the most notable performances of Selena Gomez's career was her six years on the Disney Channel original show in the cast of Wizards of Waverly Place. Her portrayal of the mischievous and somewhat irresponsible Alex Russo, a middle-child witch trying to balance magic and everyday life is beloved by scores of millennial and gen z Disney fans who grew up watching the show.
The first show that centered Selena Gomez as the main character, Wizards of Waverly Place was in many ways a springboard for her not only her acting but her singing career as well. She sang the opening credits' song for the series, leading to the formation of her first band Selena Gomez & The Scene.
Hotel Transylvania (2012) - 7.0
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The story of Count Dracula and the hotel that he runs for monsters to have a break from the human world stars Selena Gomez as the Count's daughter, Mavis. Hotel Transylvania's likable characters work as a humorous take on scary literature, Halloween, and mythological characters for children and their families, with a budding romance at the center to add some depth and conflict.
The children's film was part of a busy 2012 for Gomez, where she starred in two other films, as well as finishing up her time as the star of Wizards of Waverly Place. The movie ended up being a great success for her, allowing her to reprise her role as Mavis in three sequels released in 2015, 2018, and 2022 respectively.
Girl Rising (2013) - 7.2
Stream On AMC+, Kanopy, & Vudu
A documentary following the lives of nine girls from nine different countries in Africa, South Asia, and the Caribbean, Girl Rising enlists Selena Gomez as one of nine narrators. Starring alongside the likes of Anne Hathaway, Salma Hayek, and Meryl Streep, Gomez narrates the story of Mariama, a young girl from Sierra Leone.
The stories shown in Girl Rising are written by writers from each of the nine countries and follows the girls' struggles to overcome and push past cultural and societal barriers in their way. The focus in particular is on their struggle to achieve education, and the documentary enlisted Gomez's voice to help highlight hope in dire circumstances.
The Fundamentals Of Caring (2016) - 7.3
Stream On Netflix
A comedy starring Selena Gomez alongside Paul Rudd and Craig Roberts, The Fundamentals of Caring tell the story of a man becoming a registered caregiver and taking his patient on a road trip. Gomez plays Dot, a hitchhiker who the patient falls in love with along the trip.
While the road-trip trope might be a bit cliché for some viewers, the chemistry between Gomez and Roberts that transpires is a loving highlight of this movie. Gomez really shows her ability to connect with her co-star and the audience in The Fundamentals of Caring, garnering love from fans and viewers new to her alike.
Rudderless (2014) - 7.4
Rent On Vudu
Rudderless tells the story of a father who stumbles upon his deceased son's unreleased music and decides to form a band in hopes of using it to process the loss by playing his music. Selena Gomez plays the son's ex-girlfriend, who had been dating him the year prior and disapproves of the father's playing of the music.
With a role much different from the previous comedies and action she had starred in, Rudderless was a change of pace for Gomez's career at the time. Despite this shift, she does incredibly well, giving a heart-wrenching portrayal of a woman grieving the loss of both love and her own normal life in the drama.
13 Reasons Why (2017-2020) - 7.5
Stream On Netflix
Based on the novel by Jay Asher of the same name, 13 Reasons Why was executive produced by Selena Gomez after her role as the main character in a 2011 movie adaptation was shelved in favor of a TV show. The show follows the aftermath of a suicide by high school student Hannah Baker, who leaves behind a set of tapes detailing the reasoning behind her death.
While the latter three seasons have generally been viewed as lesser by fans, season 1 was considered gripping and emotionally taxing, making for an intense yet enjoyable watch. Gomez and company also released documentaries along with the seasons, where mental health professionals spoke about the issues explored in the show and their professional experiences with these subjects.
Only Murders In The Building (2021-) - 8.1
Stream On Hulu
An ongoing Hulu series that premiered in 2021, Only Murders in the Building stars Selena Gomez alongside Steve Martin and Martin Short as neighbors living on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. After a murder in their apartment building, the three decide to start a crime podcast investigating it.
The murder-mystery and comedy is extremely popular among Hulu viewers and set the record in 2021 for the most watched comedy premiere ever on the streaming service. This is thanks in large part to Gomez's performance, in which she works extremely well with Martin and Short to provide a fun and humorous take on crime fiction.
Selena + Chef (2020-) - 8.3
Stream On HBO Max
A sharp departure from any of Selena Gomez's previous endeavors, Selena + Chef is a cooking show hosted by the star on HBO Max. The series features a different professional chef and unique cuisine each episode, with $10,000 being donated to a charity of the guest chef's choice.
A great blend of cooking tips, charitable donations, and unscripted fun, Selena + Chef has become a big favorite for many HBO Max viewers. The show was inspired by Gomez's struggle with cooking during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and looks to give good advice and tidbits to help viewers avoid kitchen nightmares.