Black History Month: The best Netflix shows and films to watch
From documentaries to movies and more
October is here, meaning it's Black History Month in the UK. This annual event is an important opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of Black culture and communities in Britain and there's tonnes of incredible stories with Black leads for you to watch on Netflix this month.
So, whether you want to learn, laugh or just enjoy some incredible stories, here are the best TV shows, films and more to watch on Netflix this Black History Month. Happy watching!
When They See Us
This heartbreaking true story chronicles the notorious case of five teenagers of colour, dubbed the Central Park Five, who were convicted of a crime they did not commit.
The four-part limited series, created by award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay, spans 25 years, from when the New York teenagers were first arrested to when they were unjustly imprisoned and later exonerated. Get the tissues ready, folks.
Raising Dion
Dion is your average young boy — well, that's until he starts to develop superpowers.
Raising Dion follows the story of the young superhero and his widowed mum, Nicole, as they tried to hide his abilities to protect him from exploitation while investigating their origins and finding out what happened to Dion's dad.
Black Earth Rising
Michaela Cole stars in this incredible story where we meet Kate Ashby, who was adopted by a human rights lawyer after surviving the Rwandan genocide.
Then, when she grows up and becomes a lawyer herself, she takes on a case prosecuting a Rwandan militia leader which begins to unravel secrets from her past and future.
13th
In this thought-provoking documentary by Ava DuVernay, we explore the history of racial inequality in the United States with scholars, activists and politicians who explain why American prisons are disproportionately filled by African Americans.
Rocks
This award-winning, coming-of-age film follows Rocks, played by BAFTA-award winning Bukky Bakray, who suddenly has to take care of herself and her younger brother after her mother abruptly leaves.
Make sure to get the tissues ready for this one!
Mo Gillian: Momentum
Get ready to laugh until you cry with Mo Gilligan. In this comedy special, the London-comic jokes about his humble beginnings, family dynamics and the very complex art of dancing in the club.
Perfect for your next night in front of the TV!
The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind
When 13-year-old William is thrown out of the school he loves when his family can no longer afford the fees, he sneaks into the library and learns how to build a windmill to save his village from a famine.
A heartwarming story about family, community and love in the face of struggle — a tearjerker, for sure!
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