Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The United States vs. Billie Holiday List
- Ma Rainey's Black Bottom - Centers around the struggles of a Black artist and her fight for recognition in a racially charged music industry.
- Selma - A historical drama that explores the civil rights movement and the fight for racial equality in America.
- One Night in Miami... - Fictional account of a meeting of iconic Black figures discussing race and identity during the civil rights era.
- The Butler - Tells the story of an African-American man serving as a butler in the White House throughout various civil rights movements.
- Godmothered - While more comedic, it includes themes of empowerment and personal growth in a woman’s journey.
- The Help - Focuses on the lives of Black maids working in Mississippi and addressing racial injustice.
- 14th - A documentary examining the history of racial inequality and its lasting impact on American society.
- Judas and the Black Messiah - A biographical drama about the betrayal of a Black Panther leader and the systemic racism of the era.
- The Five Heartbeats - A musical drama about a fictional singing group facing challenges in the music industry reminiscent of Holiday's experiences.
- The Tree of Life - Explores complex themes of existence and human experience, with an emotional and artistic narrative style.
- A Raisin in the Sun - A poignant look at the struggles of a Black family in America, addressing dreams and social issues.
- Ray - Biographical film about the life and struggles of musician Ray Charles, highlighting racial issues in the music industry.
- Hidden Figures - Tells the story of Black women in NASA, showcasing their impact against a backdrop of social injustice.
- The Imitation Game - Focuses on a historical figure overcoming societal prejudices and challenges, much like Holiday.
- Fences - A family drama that examines personal dreams and racial challenges within the context of the 1950s.
- Daughters of the Dust - A visual and narrative exploration of African-American heritage and culture, delving into historical struggles.
- The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman - A profound look at the life of an African-American woman through decades of social change.
- The Color Purple - Adaptation of a novel that captures the struggles and resilience of African-American women in the early 20th century.
- The Pianist - While focused on World War II, it shares themes of struggle and survival amidst oppressive forces.
- Girls Trip - Celebrates Black female friendship and empowerment while addressing societal challenges.
- Detroit - Focuses on the riots in Detroit during the 1960s, addressing racial tension and police brutality.
- BlacKkKlansman - A satirical drama based on true events surrounding race relations and the fights against racism.
- Get On Up - Tells the story of the iconic musician James Brown and addresses themes of race and identity.
- Bessie - A biographical film about the life of Bessie Smith, highlighting the struggles of a Black female artist.
- American Skin - A film that centers on racial injustice and the struggles of Black individuals in contemporary America.
- When They See Us - A miniseries depicting the wrongful conviction of the Central Park Five and highlights systemic racism in the justice system.
- Crown Heights - A drama inspired by a true story that addresses race relations and injustice within the legal system.
- Marshall - A biographical legal drama about Thurgood Marshall, focusing on racial prejudice in the justice system.
- A Night in Miami - Explores pivotal figures in civil rights, much like the challenges faced by Billie Holiday.
- The Hate U Give - Addresses contemporary issues of race and activism from the perspective of a young Black woman.
- The Long Walk Home - Narrative surrounding the Montgomery bus boycott, illustrating racial tensions and community solidarity.
- For Colored Girls - A film that explores the struggles and triumphs of African-American women facing various societal challenges.
- Monster's Ball - A dramatic exploration of love and redemption amidst the backdrop of personal and societal struggles.
- Fruitvale Station - A poignant dramatization of the life and tragic death of Oscar Grant, addressing racial issues and police violence.
- The Pursuit of Happyness - A true story about personal struggle and perseverance against adversity, including social challenges.
- Roxanne Roxanne - The story of a female rap artist navigating the music industry and personal challenges, similar to Holiday's struggles.
- Beyond the Lights - Explores the pressures faced by a rising music star, touching on themes of identity and self-discovery.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
94 min
|
2020 | United States of America | Drama | 78309 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 2 |
Selma
127 min
|
2014 | France | Drama | 99293 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 3 |
One Night in Miami...
114 min
|
2020 | United States of America | Drama | 35994 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 4 |
The Butler
132 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 123944 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 5 |
Godmothered
110 min
|
2020 | United States of America | Drama | 15007 | 6.1 | Film | HD |
| 6 |
The Help
146 min
|
2011 | United States of America | Drama | 529345 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 7 |
Judas and the Black Messiah
126 min
|
2021 | Canada | Drama | 115449 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
The Five Heartbeats
121 min
|
1991 | United States of America | Drama | 5396 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 9 |
The Tree of Life
139 min
|
2011 | United States of America | Drama | 192541 | 6.8 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
A Raisin in the Sun
128 min
|
1961 | United States of America | Drama | 10511 | 8 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
Ray
152 min
|
2004 | United States of America | Drama | 166070 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 12 |
Hidden Figures
127 min
|
2016 | United States of America | Drama | 290248 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
The Imitation Game
113 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 879278 | 8 | Film | HD |
| 14 |
Fences
139 min
|
2016 | Canada | Drama | 125655 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 15 |
Daughters of the Dust
112 min
|
1991 | United States of America | Drama | 3838 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 16 |
The Color Purple
154 min
|
1985 | United States of America | Drama | 104414 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 17 |
The Pianist
150 min
|
2002 | France | Drama | 1013560 | 8.5 | Film | HD |
| 18 |
Girls Trip
122 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 42976 | 6.2 | Film | HD |
| 19 |
Detroit
143 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 59055 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
BlacKkKlansman
136 min
|
2018 | United States of America | Drama | 315057 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 21 |
Get on Up
139 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 27285 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 22 |
Bessie
107 min
|
2015 | United States of America | Drama | 5116 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 23 |
American Skin
90 min
|
2019 | United States of America | Crime | 4237 | 7 | Film | HD |
| 24 |
|
2019 | United States of America | Drama | 159284 | 8.8 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 25 |
Crown Heights
96 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 3126 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 26 |
Marshall
118 min
|
2017 | Hong Kong | Drama | 29047 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 27 |
The Hate U Give
133 min
|
2018 | United States of America | Drama | 43794 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 28 |
The Long Walk Home
97 min
|
1990 | United States of America | Drama | 5656 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 29 |
Monster's Ball
113 min
|
2001 | United States of America | Drama | 97292 | 7 | Film | HD |
| 30 |
Fruitvale Station
82 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 92178 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 31 |
The Pursuit of Happyness
117 min
|
2006 | United States of America | Drama | 623410 | 8 | Film | HD |
| 32 |
Roxanne Roxanne
98 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 3921 | 6.2 | Film | HD |
| 33 |
Beyond the Lights
116 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 18247 | 6.8 | Film | HD |