Movies:
* The Breakfast Club (1985) - This iconic teen comedy launched Ringwald into stardom as Claire Standish, the popular and beautiful "prom queen."
* Sixteen Candles (1984) - Another John Hughes classic, this time Ringwald plays Samantha Baker, a teenager who feels overlooked on her 16th birthday.
* Pretty in Pink (1986) - This coming-of-age story featured Ringwald as Andie Walsh, a working-class girl who falls for the popular boy in school.
* The Pick-up Artist (1987) - This romantic comedy saw Ringwald as a shy student who becomes entangled with a charismatic pick-up artist.
* Fresh Horses (1988) - A more dramatic role for Ringwald, playing a troubled teenager who falls for a rebellious classmate.
* For Keeps (1988) - This teenage pregnancy drama featured Ringwald as a young woman who faces an unexpected pregnancy.
* Betsy's Wedding (1990) - Ringwald played the titular Betsy, a bride-to-be who faces numerous challenges leading up to her wedding.
* The Stand (1994) - A miniseries adaptation of Stephen King's novel, with Ringwald playing Frannie Goldsmith, a pregnant woman who becomes a key figure in the fight against evil.
* The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008) - This teen drama series featured Ringwald as Anne, a mother who navigates her daughter's teenage years.
* The King of Staten Island (2020) - A recent role for Ringwald as the mother of the main character, played by Pete Davidson.
Television:
* The Facts of Life (1980-1988) - Ringwald had a recurring role as Molly Parker in this popular sitcom.
* The Secret Life of the American Teenager (2008-2013) - Ringwald starred as Anne Juergens in this teen drama series.
* Riverdale (2017-present) - Ringwald plays Mary Andrews, the mother of Archie Andrews (played by KJ Apa).
* The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017-present) - A recurring role as a 1950s actress.
This is not an exhaustive list, but it highlights some of Molly Ringwald's most prominent and well-known work in film and television. She continues to be active in the industry, with appearances in both new and classic productions.