The Daily Show and 2 Dope Queens' Jessica Williams stars in this whimsical romantic comedy about a young playwright who gets involved with a divorcee, Boone (Chris O'Dowd). Lionheart is also Genevieve Nnaji’s directorial debut.Ģ4) The Incredible Jessica James - Netflix original (2017) Nollywood powerhouse Genevieve Nnaji stars as Adaeze Obiagu, a woman vying for leadership in her father’s company following his ill health. Lionheart is Netflix’s first Nigerian produced original. When C.J.’s brother is shot and killed by police, she and her best friend Sebastian use time their invention to try and stop the tragic event from ever happening. Spike Lee produced See You Yesterday follows two black teens who manage to invent backpacks that enable them to travel back in time. GIPHY/tiff 22) See You Yesterday - Netflix original (2019) Racism and prejudice abound in this beautiful film set against the backdrop of two families (one White, one Black) in rural Mississippi. Nominated for four academy awards, Mudbound is a period drama set in the deep south during the first half of the 1900s. South African comedian and host of The Daily Show, Trevor Noah, appears in the Netflix stand-up special Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia. Living legend Alfre Woodard stars as titular character Juanita, a woman who leaves her life in Ohio behind to embark on a spontaneous and life affirming road trip.Īlfre Woodard stars in Netflix's Juanita.Ģ0) Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia - Netflix original (2018) It explains how the 13th amendment abolished slavery while simultaneously creating a new kind of forced labor and indentured servitude called the American prison industrial complex. Michaela Coel and Arinze Kene star in this 2018 musical film that sees a single mother named Simone fall for a handsome stranger she meets on a night out.ġ3th is Ava DuVernay's compelling documentary detailing America's mass incarceration of Black men and women. The documentary is a fascinating look at one of the most interesting and groundbreaking musicians of her time.ġ7) Been So Long - Netflix original (2018) The documentary chronicles her early career, her activism, family, and later life. What Happened, Miss Simone is about the life and career of one of music's most prolific voices, Nina Simone. Via GIPHY 16) What Happened, Miss Simone - Netflix original (2015) Ĭhances are you've heard of Power, the gritty Starz drama about James St.Patrick (Ghost) a successful club owner and gangster trying to navigate two worlds. Spike Lee's Netflix adaptation of his 1986 film 'She's Gotta Have It'. Nola is an artist exploring sex and open relationships with her different suitors. Spike Lee adapted and directed the series, which is based on his legendary 1986 film of the same name. Set in Harlem, Luke Cage is steeped in Black culture and features legends like Alfre Woodard, Ron Cephas Jones, and Mahershala Ali.ĭeWanda Wise stars as Nola Darling in Netflix's She's Gotta Have It. Mike Colter starred as the series' titular character, a crime fighting hero with super human strength and abilities. Luke Cage managed 2 seasons at Netflix before getting the axe.
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The Baz Luhrmann created series is still available to stream on Netflix and is a treat for fans of talented young stars Justice Smith and Shameik Moore. Ĭanceled at Netflix after 2 parts, The Get Down was consistently praised for its artistry and vibrant depictions of hip hop in the 1970s.
Years later, the men at the heart of the tragic miscarriage of justice are proven innocent by DNA evidence, but have already spent years in prison. Even though the show was canceled at Netflix after one season, you can still catch 10 episodes of the wholesome family focused sitcom.Īva DuVernay’s mini series about the central park five tells the harrowing and true story of a group of New York City teens coerced into confessing to a murder they did not commit. Netflix's 'On My Block': Meet The Cast 5) All About The WashingtonsĪll About The Washingtons stars husband and wife production duo Rev Run and Justine Simmons.
Despite the teens having to face issues like gang activity and gun violence, On My Block is still funny, heartwarming, and centered around friendship. On My Block tells the story of a group of close knit Black and Latinx teens living in a Los Angeles neighbourhood. Gripping and beautifully shot, Greenleaf explores drama of so-called church "first families". 'Dear White People' Season Two Soundtrack: Every Song On Volume 2 3) GreenleafĪnyone with a Black church upbringing will recognise the religious politics depicted in the Oprah produced Greenleaf.