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China Anne McClain, actor
Actor

China Anne McClain: Movies & Box Office

films
14
on screen
2007–2024
box office
$3.83M
average score
54
Born
August 25, 1998 (age 28)
Birthplace
Decatur, Georgia, U.S.
Citizenship
American
Occupations
actress, singer
Years active
2005-present
Known for

The Best China Anne McClain Movies

The highest-rated films China Anne McClain is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. Brewster's Millions: Christmas (2024) scores highest, at 75. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

Full ranking
Career at a glance

China Anne McClain's Career in Numbers

China Anne McClain's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres China Anne McClain works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from A Dennis the Menace Christmas (2007) to Descendants: The Rise of Red (2024), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

China Anne McClain Movies by Decade

  1. 2000s 2
  2. 2010s 8
  3. 2020s 4

The 2010s were China Anne McClain's busiest decade, with 8 films.

China Anne McClain Movies by Genre

  • Family 4
  • Action 3
  • Comedy 2
  • Music 2
  • Adventure 1
  • Thriller 1
  • Drama 1

Family is the genre China Anne McClain has worked in most, with 4 films, ahead of action (3).

China Anne McClain Career Milestones

Biggest box office hit
Bilal: A New Breed of Hero $3.83M worldwide
Best-rated film
Brewster's Millions: Christmas Movie Echo Score 75
14 credits

China Anne McClain Filmography: Every Movie

Every film China Anne McClain is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 54. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Biography

Who Is China Anne McClain?

China Anne McClain was born in Decatur, Georgia, U.S. in 1998 and is 28 years old. Credited on films since 2007, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

China Anne McClain (born 1998-08-25) is an American actress and singer whose talent was evident from a very young age. Raised in Decatur, Georgia, she is the daughter of music‑producer Michael McClain and songwriter Shontell Rucker, and grew up alongside her two older sisters, Sierra and Lauryn, who are also performers. She first stepped onto a film set at the age of seven, portraying Alexis in The Gospel (2005), and soon after landed the role of China James in Daddy's Little Girls (2007). Her breakout television role came as Jazmin Payne on Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, a character she would revisit for more than a decade. By the time she was ten, McClain had already appeared in popular shows such as Hannah Montana and NCIS, establishing herself as a versatile young actress capable of both dramatic and comedic performances.

In 2011, she became the star of Disney Channel’s hit series A.N.T. Farm, playing the spirited Chyna Parks and also contributing the series theme song “Exceptional.” The show generated multiple chart‑topping singles, notably “Calling All the Monsters,” which reached the Billboard Hot 100. As a solo artist and member of the sister group initially known as the McClain Sisters (later Thriii), she released gold‑certified tracks like “What’s My Name” from Descendants 2. McClain expanded her repertoire into superhero drama with The CW’s Black Lightning (2018‑2021), portraying Jennifer Pierce / Lightning, and earned acclaim for her recurring role as Uma in the Descendants franchise. Beyond acting and music, she has built a massive social media presence, amassing over 17 million followers on TikTok where she shares makeup transformations, cosplay, and motivational content. Her career, spanning from 2005 to the present, showcases a dynamic blend of on‑screen charisma, vocal talent, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Works with

Who China Anne McClain Makes Movies With

The actors and directors China Anne McClain shares the most films with. Dove Cameron comes first, with 5 films together, followed by Sofia Carson (4).

FAQ

China Anne McClain: Questions & Answers

How many movies China Anne McClain has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has China Anne McClain been in?

China Anne McClain is credited on 14 films, from 2007 to 2024. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is China Anne McClain's highest-grossing movie?

Bilal: A New Breed of Hero (2016) is China Anne McClain's biggest box office hit, with $3.83M worldwide. Across every film with box office figures, China Anne McClain's movies have made $3.83M.

China Anne McClain's biggest hits

What is the best China Anne McClain movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, China Anne McClain's best-rated film is Brewster's Millions: Christmas (2024) with a score of 75, followed by Descendants 3 (2019) (71).

Best China Anne McClain movies, ranked

How old is China Anne McClain?

China Anne McClain is 28 years old, born on August 25, 1998 in Decatur, Georgia, U.S..

What is China Anne McClain's newest movie?

The most recent film on China Anne McClain's filmography is Brewster's Millions: Christmas (2024), in the role of Morgan.

Who does China Anne McClain work with most often?

China Anne McClain shares the most films with Dove Cameron (5 films), Sofia Carson (4 films) and Anna Cathcart (4 films).

The Best China Anne McClain Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 14 credits.

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