What is the title of Beyoncé’s first live-action starring film, released in 2002?

Beyoncé’s first live-action starring film was Austin Powers in Goldmember, released in 2002.

In the comedy, Beyoncé played Foxxy Cleopatra, an FBI agent and singer who teams up with Austin Powers. The film was directed by Jay Roach and starred Mike Myers, who played Austin Powers, Dr. Evil, and the title character Goldmember.

Austin Powers in Goldmember was the third film in the Austin Powers series, following International Man of Mystery and The Spy Who Shagged Me. Its story combines spy-film parody with musical numbers, exaggerated costumes, and broad comedy. Beyoncé also recorded “Work It Out” for the soundtrack, marking an important early solo step before her debut album.

Beyoncé had appeared on screen before this film, including in the television movie Carmen: A Hip Hopera in 2001. Her later film roles included Deena Jones in Dreamgirls and Nala in the 2019 remake of The Lion King.