Teyana Taylor’s career evolution is beautiful lesson on creative pivoting. After first making her mark as a singer, songwriter, and choreographer, Taylor has seamlessly transitioned into the world of acting. While she’s had acting projects for years it was her standout performance in A.V. Rockwell’s A Thousand and One that has solidified her status as a serious actor and opened the door to a growing list of exciting projects.
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Now, Taylor is not only acting alongside Hollywood heavyweights but also stepping behind the camera to direct her first feature film. Her ability to bring depth, emotion, and authenticity to every project has cemented her place as a rising star in film and television. Here’s a look at six projects she currently has in the works:
‘RIP’ (Netflix)
Taylor stars alongisde Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Sasha Calle in the Netflix crime thriller RIP, directed by Joe Carnahan. The film follows a group of Miami police officers who stumble upon millions of dollars hidden in an abandoned stash house. As greed and mistrust seep into their team, external forces threaten their newfound fortune, leading to a tense battle for survival. The ensemble cast also features Scott Adkins, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Nestor Carbonell
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‘All’s Fair’ (Hulu)
Taylor stars in Ryan Murphy’s new Hulu legal drama, All’s Fair, alongside Niecy Nash, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Kim Kardashian, Glenn Close, Ed O’Neill, and Matthew Noszka. Set in an all-female law firm in Los Angeles, the show is described as a “glossy and sexy adult procedural.” Nash, Paulson, and Watts also serve as executive producers, while Kardashian plays a divorce attorney and Close leads the firm. Taylor’s role remains under wraps, but the series promises to bring together an impressive cast with a high-end creative team.
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‘Straw’ (Netflix)
In Tyler Perry’s tense Netflix drama Straws, Taylor shares the screen with Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd, Glynn Turman, Sinbad, Rockmond Dunbar, Mike Merrill, Ashley Versher, and Shalet Monique. The story revolves around a single mother navigating a series of unfortunate events that pull her into an unexpected and suspicious situation. With Perry at the helm as writer and director, Straws adds another strong ensemble piece to his slate of projects.
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‘Get Lite’ (Paramount Pictures)
Taylor makes her directorial debut with Get Lite, a film centered on New York City’s Litefeet dance culture. The movie stars Storm Reid, who also produces under her banner A Seed & Wings Productions, and follows a young man torn between pursuing academic goals and chasing his passion for dance. Reid portrays a magnetic beatmaker who introduces him to the vibrant world of Litefeet. The project is produced by Kenya Barris, Bill Karesh, and Taylor, drawing inspiration from her Harlem roots and love for dance.
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Dionne Warwick Biopic
Taylor takes on the role of legendary singer Dionne Warwick in an upcoming biopic. This long-anticipated project has received funding and is set to begin production soon. Taylor has worked closely with Warwick and her son to ensure an authentic portrayal, describing the icon as a mentor and guide throughout the process. Warwick herself praised Taylor’s dedication, saying, “She knows more about me than I know about me.”
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Untitled Paul Thomas Anderson Film
Scheduled for release on August 8, 2025, this ensemble film by Paul Thomas Anderson features Taylor alongside Regina Hall, Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Shayna McHayle (Junglepussy), Alana Haim, Wood Harris, and newcomer Chase Infiniti. While plot details remain under wraps, insiders describe it as Anderson’s most commercial and high-budget project yet. Warner Bros. is backing the production, which will utilize IMAX screens for its release.
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