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There are plenty of stories to check out with these Black Netflix movies. From action to documentaries, there’s something for everyone on this list. Grab some popcorn and check out these Black movies on Netflix!

Black Action Movies

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PG)

Genre: Superhero, Adventure 
Teen Miles Morales teams up with Gwen Stacy on a new adventure, facing sinister foe The Spot and a vast legion of parallel heroes in the multiverse.
Starring: Shameik Moore, Brian Tyree Henry
IMDB Rating: 8.7/10
Runtime: 140 minutes
Why you may like: The long-awaited sequel to the hit 2018 film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. This film follows the coming-of-age of the first Black Spider-Man. Immerse yourself in the stories of Spider-men and women all across the multiverse. Missed your chance to see it in theaters? Dying for a rewatch? Check it out today!

Luther: The Fallen Sun (R)

Genre: Mystery, Drama
Haunted by an unsolved murder, London police detective John Luther breaks out of prison to hunt down a serial killer.
Starring: Idris Elba
IMDB Rating: 6.5/10
Runtime: 130 minutes
Why you may like: An unsolved murder, a jail sentence, and one determined detective. One man stands between a serial killer and the rest of the city. Check out Idris Elba in this gritty action film. Enjoy some popcorn and an ominous ambiance. Immerse yourself in this crime drama and be your own detective. Perfect for a light night watch.

The Equalizer 3 (R)

Genre: Adventure, Crime
Robert McCall vows to stop an Italian crime syndicate from brutalizing and extorting the residents of a small coastal town that has won his heart.
Starring: Denzel Washington
IMDB Rating: 6.9/10
Runtime: 109 minutes
Why you may like: Miss the chance to see the final installment in theaters? Denzel Washington’s iconic trilogy has come to an end, with the last film now streaming on Netflix. This film follows Robert McCall in Italy, struggling to find inner peace. Tune in to see if The Equalizer returns. Stream the movie today.


Black Comedy Movies

Chappelle’s Home Team- Donnell Rawlings: A New Day (TV-MA)

Genre: Stand-up
In this stand-up special, Donnell Rawlings riffs on toxic relationships, getting older, visiting New Zealand, and his secret to co-parenting a young son.
Starring: Donnell Rawlings
IMDB Rating: 6.0/10
Runtime: 40 minutes 
Why you may like: Do you love Dave Chapelle? Check out this new comedy special from his production company, Chapelle’s Home Team! Donell Rawlings addresses toxic relationships and secrets to co-parenting. This new comedy special is perfect for the weekend. Make sure to check it out this weekend. This 40-minute special is perfect for a date night watch.

Lift (PG-13)

Genre: Action, Crime
A professional thief and his expert crew attempt the ultimate heist: stealing $500 million in gold from a vault on a plane — 40,000 feet in the air.
Starring: Kevin Hart
IMDB Rating: 5.3/10
Runtime: 106 minutes
Why you may like: Kevin Hart continues to have fun with his roles. This time, he is a professional thief attempting to rob $500 million from a plane. With his crew, the comedic criminal attempts to pull off the greatest heist of his career. Check out Lift today on Netflix. Kevin Heart is sure to make you laugh!

Mike Epps: Ready to Sell Out (TV-MA)

Genre: Stand-up
Mike Epps keeps it real as he riffs on poor personal hygiene, failing at infidelity, and waging war on work husbands in this stand-up comedy special.
Starring: Mike Epps
IMDB Rating: 6/10
Runtime: 82 minutes
Why you may like: Check out the latest special from Mike Epps. Whether it’s classic working husband jokes or some fresh material about his failed infidelity, it’s sure to be fun. If you’re looking for a new comedy special, make sure to add Mike Epps: Ready to Sell to your list. Check it out today!

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Black Documentaries

Stamped from the Beginning (R)

Genre: Social Issues, Historical
A documentary that explores the history of racist ideas in America.
Directed by: Roger Ross Williams
IMDB Rating6.2/10
Runtime: 91 minutes
Why you may like: Have you ever read Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas by Ibram X. Kendi? Looking to learn more about the history of racism in America? Check out Stamped from the Beginning. This documentary explores the hardships of being Black in America and the history of injustice in our society. Sit down and learn with this incredible documentary.

The Greatest Night in Pop (PG-13)

Genre: History, Music
On a January night in 1985, music’s biggest stars gathered to record “We Are the World.” This documentary goes behind the scenes of the historic event.
Starring: USA for Africa
IMDB Rating: 8.3/10
Runtime: 97 minutes
Why you may like: In 1985, the most popular artists gathered to record a charity song for famine in Africa. Putting differences aside, the artists made history with the hit single “We Are the World”. With famous artists such as Michael Jackson and Ray Charles, this archive footage is going to show you all the details. Check out The Greatest Night in Pop today!

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Black Drama Movies

The Kitchen (R)

Genre: Sci-Fi, Social Issue
Izi’s close to escaping The Kitchen, one of London’s last remaining housing estates. But when young Benji enters his life, he faces some hard decisions.
Starring: Kane Robinson
IMDB Rating: 5.4/10
Runtime: 107 minutes
Why you may like: Set in a dystopian future, The Kitchen deals with issues of privatization versus individual neighborhoods. This sci-fi social issue drama provides entertainment for all ages. Written by veteran actor Daniel Kaluuya, this is one of the most anticipated films of 2024. Watch a cool movie that will make you think. Check out The Kitchen today!

Blood Vessel (TV-MA)

Genre: Thriller
Brought together by chance, six people fleeing a town devastated by oil pollution stow away on a mysterious ship.
Starring: Adaobi Dibor
IMDB Rating: 5.4/10
Runtime: 119 minutes
Why you may like: A town is ransacked by pollution, and six people are able to escape. What dangers lie ahead? Check out Blood Vessel today! This film is sure to keep you on your toes. With a social commentary on the state of the earth, it is sure to please. Take some time and enjoy Blood Vessel today.

Inkabi (TV-MA) New

Genre: Action, South African
After starting over as a taxi driver, a former contract killer reckons with his past as he tries to save a troubled young woman who witnesses a murder.
Starring: Tshamano Sebe
IMDB RatingNot rated
Runtime: 101 minutes
Why you may like: Is it possible to leave the past behind? When a former contract killer has the opportunity to start over, he picks up a job as a taxi driver. But, things get complicated when he meets a young woman who witnessed a murder. Feeling a duty, he confronts his past and pledges to save the young girl. Check out Inkabi on Netflix today!

Rustin (PG-13)

Genre: Social Issue, Biopic
Activist Bayard Rustin faces racism and homophobia as he makes Civil Rights history by orchestrating the 1963 March on Washington.
Starring: Colman Domingo
IMDB Rating: 6.5/10
Runtime: 108 minutes 
Why you may like:
Explore the story of Bayard Rustin, a Civil Rights activist who fought through racism and homophobia. Don’t miss a chance to learn more about history and deepen your understanding of the movement. Enjoy Rustin with the entire family! This film is guaranteed to stimulate your mind. Stream Rustin today and learn.

Dinner (TV-MA)

Genre: African, Thriller
Two old friends and their partners gather for a celebratory meal, where a fifth guest stirs up secrets that threaten to bring down both relationships.
Starring: Okey Uzoeshi
IMDB Rating: 6.6/10
Runtime: 109 minutes
Why you may like: Childhood friends reunite to celebrate their relationships and discuss wedding plans. Everything seems to be going well until an unexpected secret comes to the surface. Suddenly, everything they know about their relationship comes into question. With one person at the center of it all, will they be able to save their relationships with each other? This African thriller is sure to bring the drama. Add it to your watchlist for the weekend.

21 Bridges (R)

Genre: Action, Thriller
Armed with a bold plan to lock down Manhattan, a detective on a mission races against time to catch two cop killers — and makes a shocking discovery.
Starring: Chadwick Boseman
IMDB Rating: 6.6/10
Runtime: 99 minutes
Why you may like: Chadwick Boseman delivers an iconic performance as a hardened detective racing against the clock. Love a good action thriller? Check out 21 Bridges today. This 2019 film shows a locked-down Manhattan with only one man able to save the city. Tune in to see if Boseman can do it. Go watch 21 Bridges this weekend!

Mea Culpa (R)

Genre: Thriller, Crime
A criminal defense attorney must choose between family, duty, and her own dangerous desires when she takes on the case of an artist accused of murder.
Starring: Kelly Rowland
IMDB Rating: 4.1/10
Runtime: 120 minutes
Why you may like: Do you love Tyler Perry and Kelly Rowland? Check out his latest thriller starring Kelly Rowland. When a criminal defense attorney takes on a risky case, she puts her family, duty, and life on the line. Take some time and check out Mea Culpa today. Perfect for a weekend watch!

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Life can be rotten sometimes, and taking some time off is essential. Whether it’s a movie about a small-town romance, a sequel, or a cult classic, Netflix has an incredible selection. Looking for some of the best horror films or action movies similar to the Avengers or Batman? Netflix is sure to have it. Take some time off and scroll through Netflix today!

Did your favorite Black Netflix original movies make it onto the list? Let us know the best Black Netflix original film from your list, and we will add them to ours.

Written by: Jaylyn Nurredin 

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