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26 Films Featuring Diverse Black Leads

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  1. 1HomeMovie · 2015 · 94m · Fantasy, Comedy, AnimationWhen the self-assured Boov, an alien race seeking a new home, takes over Earth, all humans are moved, and the Boov begin reshaping the planet. But when a resourceful girl named Tip avoids capture, she becomes unexpectedly allied with a banished Boov named Oh. The pair realizes their journey involves more than just alien affairs as they begin a cross-country road trip.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8
  2. 2Coming to AmericaMovie · 1988 · 117m · Comedy, RomancePrince Jide, a Nigerian royal, travels to Queens, New York, to find a princess and experience life as an ordinary person. He and his friend Kelechi disguise themselves and take jobs at a local restaurant, where they befriend a diverse group of coworkers. Navigating a new life and unexpected challenges, Jide discovers that his royal identity creates complications. Balancing his friendships with his family's expectations threatens to derail his quest. This heartwarming story explores friendship, personal growth, and love, showing how the search for happiness can lead to profound discoveries.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  3. 3AnnieMovie · 2014 · 118m · Comedy, Drama, FamilyAnnie is a spirited foster child who has learned to survive on the streets of New York City in 2014. Abandoned as a baby with a promise of return, she has endured a difficult life with her cruel foster mother, Miss Hannigan. Her life takes an unexpected turn when Will Stacks, a powerful businessman and mayoral candidate, takes her in as part of a calculated campaign strategy, advised by his team. Stacks sees himself as her protector, but Annie's optimistic spirit suggests she may be the one who offers him salvation.Stream onIMDb 5.4TMDB 6.2
  4. 4Get HardMovie · 2015 · 100m · ComedyConvicted hedge-fund manager James, facing a prison sentence, is given one month to prepare for incarceration. Realizing he can't survive alone, James reluctantly seeks help from Darnell, a businessman with no prior legal trouble. As Darnell guides James through the process, both men confront their preconceived notions about each other and themselves.Stream onIMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0
  5. 5Paradise: LoveMovie · 2012 · 121m · DramaIn Kenya, European women are known as "Sugar Mamas," seeking out African boys to buy affection for money. Teresa, a 50-year-old Austrian woman with a daughter approaching adolescence, visits this tropical destination, traveling from one beach to the next.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  6. 6The MartianMovie · 2015 · 141m · Science Fiction, Drama, AdventureOn a Mars mission, astronaut Mark Watney is mistakenly believed dead and abandoned by his crew after a severe storm. However, Watney has survived and is now stranded alone on the dangerous planet. With limited resources, he must use his resourcefulness, humor, and determination to survive and find a way to signal Earth that he's still alive.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7
  7. 7Descendants 3Movie · 2019 · 106m · Family, TV Movie, AdventureThe children of Disney's most notorious villains head back to the Isle of the Lost. Their mission: to find and persuade a new group of villainous kids to attend Auradon Prep with them.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 7.7
  8. 8The Shape of WaterMovie · 2017 · 123m · Drama, Fantasy, RomanceIn 1962 America, during the Cold War, a mute janitor at a research lab develops feelings for an amphibious man being secretly held captive. He then plans a way to help the creature escape.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
  9. 9Gone GirlMovie · 2014 · 149m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaWhen his wife vanishes and the media swarms to the story, a man finds himself under suspicion. The intense public scrutiny suggests he may be involved in her disappearance.Stream onIMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9
  10. 10Trading PlacesMovie · 1983 · 116m · ComedyDuring Prohibition, Atlantic City becomes a haven for lawlessness where politics and organized crime are deeply intertwined. Nucky Thompson, a powerful figure serving as treasurer of the New Jersey town, expertly controls both the legitimate and illegal sides of its operations. A skilled politician and gangster, Nucky thrives in a world defined by corruption and power plays, consistently maintaining his dominance over the city.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  11. 11The Princess and the FrogMovie · 2009 · 98m · Animation, Romance, FantasyA waitress determined to open her own restaurant embarks on a quest to break a curse and transform a frog prince back into a man. However, she discovers that kissing him only results in her facing the same predicament.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.2
  12. 12TamaraMovie · 2005 · 98m · Horror, ThrillerAfter her death, Tamara returns as a strikingly beautiful woman with a plan for retribution. Once a target of ridicule and bullying, she uses her newfound allure to exact revenge on those who wronged her in life.Stream onIMDb 5.1TMDB 5.3
  13. 13DetroitMovie · 2017 · 143m · Drama, Thriller, HistoryIn 1967, a police raid in Detroit sparks one of the most significant civil unrests in U.S. history.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.3
  14. 14Michael Jackson's ThrillerMovie · 1983 · 14m · Horror, Thriller, MusicMichael and his date go to the movies, unaware of the chaos that unfolds when Michael Jackson's "Thriller" short film is released. The film's captivating visuals unexpectedly unleash a horde of zombies on the audience. Michael and his date must now fight their way through the creatures while dealing with the film's massive cultural impact. "Thriller" revolutionized music videos, elevating them to an art form and breaking down barriers in music. It cemented Michael Jackson's status as a global superstar, boosted by the success of the "Thriller" album and its groundbreaking video. The film influenced filmmaking and created a booming home video market. Recognized for its lasting cultural significance, "Thriller" was inducted into the National Film Registry in 2009 as the first music video. As the line between reality and fiction blurs, Michael and his date struggle to survive the nightmare unleashed by "Thriller."TMDB 8.2
  15. 15DescendantsMovie · 2015 · 112m · Family, Adventure, FantasyIn a peaceful kingdom, the teenage son of King Adam and Queen Belle offers a chance at redemption for the rebellious children of Disney villains: Carlos (Cruella De Vil), Mal (Maleficent), Evie (the Evil Queen), and Jay (Jafar).Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 7.1
  16. 16Bob the Drag Queen: Suspiciously Large WomanMovie · 2017 · 57mBob the Drag Queen, a drag superstar, makes her comedy special debut in "Suspiciously Large Woman," following its premiere at Outfest 2017 in Los Angeles. Returning to her hometown of Atlanta after touring globally, the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race season 8 fearlessly jokes about sex, white people, New York, and Beyoncé – leaving no topic untouched.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 5.9
  17. 17Big Hero 6Movie · 2014 · 102m · Adventure, Family, AnimationA unique friendship forms between Baymax, a plus-sized inflatable robot, and Hiro Hamada, a brilliant young inventor. Together, they join a team of friends to become a group of technologically advanced heroes.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7
  18. 18Hidden FiguresMovie · 2016 · 127m · Drama, HistoryThis is the story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson – exceptional African-American women who worked at NASA and were essential to the success of the historic John Glenn orbital flight. These pioneering women broke barriers and inspired future generations with their extraordinary talent.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 8.1
  19. 19Rigged: The Voter Suppression PlaybookMovie · 2019 · 79m"Rigged" reveals the tactics Republicans have used – and continue to use – to restrict voting. These include creating obstacles to voter registration, removing eligible citizens from voter rolls without warning, and implementing new measures to make voting more difficult. The film also details how Republican activists fabricated a narrative of widespread voter fraud to justify these restrictive voting laws.Stream onIMDb 5.6TMDB 8.5
  20. 20Descendants 2Movie · 2017 · 111m · Family, Fantasy, TV MovieFeeling overwhelmed by expectations of royalty, Mal returns to the Isle of the Lost. There, her rival Uma, the daughter of Ursula, has seized power as the island's new queen.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 7.3
  21. 21Moll FlandersMovie · 1996 · 123m · Drama, RomanceAfter her mother's execution, Moll is sent to a nunnery. However, her life takes a turn when she is abused by a priest and is forced to flee to the streets of London as a teenager. She becomes a prostitute under the control of Mrs. Allworthy. While there, Moll meets Hibble, who works for Allworthy but shows her kindness. He offers her a glimmer of hope. She also meets an artist whose unconventional life suggests the possibility of love. Through her struggles, Moll discovers that love can be found in unexpected places.Stream onIMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1
  22. 22LegionMovie · 2010 · 100m · Action, Fantasy, HorrorAs God grows disillusioned with humanity, he dispatches angels to trigger the end of the world. The only chance for survival rests with a diverse group of strangers who find themselves unexpectedly together in a remote desert diner, along with Archangel Michael.Stream onIMDb 5.3TMDB 5.9
  23. 23FyreMovie · 2019 · 98m · DocumentaryHe promised glamorous celebrities and luxury, but the reality was basic accommodations and simple food. This is the story of how one person's flawed planning led to a disastrous music festival.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9
  24. 24TangerineMovie · 2015 · 87m · Comedy, DramaOn Christmas Eve in Los Angeles, Sin-Dee returns to her neighborhood. She learns that her pimp boyfriend cheated on her during her 28-day jail sentence, and she and her best friend, Alexandra, set out to investigate. Their chaotic search takes them through different parts of the city, including an Armenian family grappling with the consequences of infidelity.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  25. 25Space JamMovie · 1996 · 87m · Comedy, Animation, FamilyIn this animated adventure, the Looney Tunes face a challenge from a group of clumsy alien basketball players: they must win a game to earn their freedom. NBA legend Michael Jordan joins Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and the gang as they try to defeat the aliens. The Looney Tunes must overcome their own comical blunders and the aliens' strange strategies to win the game and be free. Packed with humor, classic moments, and exciting basketball action, this film is for everyone.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8
  26. 26EncantoMovie · 2021 · 102m · Animation, Comedy, FamilyThe story follows the Madrigals, an extraordinary family living in a magical house within a vibrant, enchanted community called the Encanto, nestled in the Colombian mountains. The Encanto’s magic has granted special gifts to every member of the family, except Mirabel. When she discovers the magic sustaining the Encanto is fading, Mirabel, the only Madrigal without a gift, believes she may be the only one who can save her family's magical home.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6