Mo'Nique's plus-sized persona and everywoman appeal has served her well in sitcoms such as "The Parkers," big-screen comedies such as Welcome Home, Roscoe Jenkins (2008) and outrageous reality fare such as "Mo'Nique's Fat Chance."
But critics cocked an ear when Mo'Nique stripped away all pretense to play an abusive parent in 2009's Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire. Her shockingly raw performance earned her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, the Special Jury Prize at Sundance and a slew of other awards and honors that includes her first Golden Globe and BAFTA wins.
Phat GirlzDirector Nnegest Likke's full-bodied feature debut stars Mo'Nique as Jazmin, a sassy fashion designer frustrated with trying to fit into a size 2 world. Together with a rotund cohort (Kendra C. Johnson), the ever-outspoken Jazmin struggles with her weight and with love. But when the plump pair win a... Read More
The Queens of ComedyBrassy comediennes Adele Givens, Mo'Nique, Sommore and Laura Hayes go off on everything in this adult-oriented comedic romp. Up for grabs are whether size matters, the unique habits of men, the escapades of President Bill Clinton and more. Read More
The Big Black Comedy Show: Vol. 1Get ready to laugh with the first installment of "The Big Black Comedy Show" series, filmed during live comedy shows at various large venues throughout the country. Hosted by Mo'Nique and Rodney Perry, this compilation highlights many of the best and brightest contemporary African American... Read More
The Big Black Comedy Show: Vol. 2This laugh-packed second installment of "The Big Black Comedy Show" is hosted by Mo'Nique, along with co-host Rodney Perry, and features a talented lineup of today's most popular African-American comics performing their routines at large venues. You'll bust a gut laughing at these talented,... Read More
Shaquille O'Neal: All Star Comedy JamAcademy Award winner Mo'Nique returns to her stand-up comedy roots as the host of basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal's third comedy jam, filmed live in Dallas. Shaq may be the presenter but he's also a target for the sharp wits of these comics. In addition to Mo'Nique's wicked observations on Tiger... Read More
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Steppin': The Movie (2009) | PG-13 | |
Michael Jackson: King of Pop (2009) | NR | |
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins (2008) | PG-13 | |
Mo'Nique: Behind Bars (2007) | NR | |
Charm School (2007) | NR | |
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Irish Jam (2006) | PG-13 | |
Beerfest (2006) | UR | |
Phat Girlz (2006) | PG-13 | |
Farce of the Penguins (2006) | R | |
Domino (2005) | R | |
Shadowboxer (2005) | R | |
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Soul Plane (2004) | UR | |
Mo'Nique: One Night Stand (2004) | NR | |
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Hair Show (2004) | PG-13 | |
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Good Fences (2003) | R | |
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Two Can Play That Game (2001) | R | |
The Queens of Comedy (2001) | R | |
3 Strikes (2000) | R | |
