Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Bessie List
- The Help - Explores themes of race and empowerment in the early 1960s.
- Ma Rainey's Black Bottom - Focuses on the life of a powerful blues singer and racial issues in the 1920s.
- Lady Sings the Blues - Biopic of a famous singer facing personal struggles, similar to Bessie's story.
- Dreamgirls - Tells the story of a female singing group and their rise to fame, paralleling Bessie's experiences.
- Cadillac Records - Focuses on the birth of Chess Records and blues music, similar to Bessie's musical backdrop.
- What's Love Got to Do with It - The life story of Tina Turner, involves themes of love and struggle.
- Selma - Highlights the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on issues of race and perseverance.
- The Pianist - A story of survival and talent amid societal struggles, akin to Bessie's life.
- A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood - Explores relationships and personal growth, drawing parallels to themes in Bessie's life.
- Ray - Biopic of Ray Charles, showcasing his musical genius and personal challenges.
- The Butler - Follows an African American man's experience through major historical events, touching on social issues.
- Hidden Figures - Tells the story of strong African American women breaking barriers, resonating with Bessie's journey.
- Fences - Examines family dynamics and race relations, highlighting personal struggles and achievements.
- The Color Purple - A story of struggle, resilience, and empowerment among African American women.
- 12 Years a Slave - Based on a true story about survival and strength amid racial oppression.
- Blues Brothers - Celebrates blues music and its cultural significance, similar to the musical aspect of Bessie.
- So Undercover - A lighthearted approach to strong female leads and music, presenting empowerment themes.
- The Greatest Showman - Music-driven narrative focusing on marginalized performers obtaining recognition.
- Inside Llewyn Davis - Follows a struggling folk singer, emphasizing the challenges of artists in the music industry.
- Antoine Fisher - The life story of a young man overcoming a troubled past and finding success.
- Love & Mercy - Biopic of Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys with themes of struggle and creativity.
- The Jazz Singer - The journey of a young Jewish man pursuing his music career, confronting personal and cultural challenges.
- Bamboozled - Explores race in entertainment and the impact of media, providing a satirical take on stereotypes.
- Get On Up - Biographical film about James Brown, showcasing his rise in music and personal struggles.
- The Five Heartbeats - Portrays the rise and struggles of a fictional African American singing group.
- Judy - Follows the life of singer Judy Garland, encompassing themes of fame and personal strife.
- The Greatest Show on Earth - Shows the behind-the-scenes of show business with a diverse cast of performers.
- Respect - Biopic about Aretha Franklin, highlighting her life and impact on music and culture.
- All That Jazz - A semi-autobiographical portrayal of a Broadway director, dealing with personal and professional turmoil.
- Carmen Jones - A musical adaptation of the classic story featuring African American leads.
- Chicago - Musical crime drama focusing on ambition and survival within the entertainment industry.
- A Star is Born - A timeless tale of ambition, love, and the cost of fame intertwined with musical elements.
- The Wiz - Musical adaptation with strong African American themes and characters, akin to Bessie's rich musicality.
- The Commitments - Focuses on a fictional band forming in Dublin, with a strong emphasis on music and social issues.
- Hairspray - Musical that addresses social issues of race and acceptance through the lens of entertainment.
- Soul - Animated movie that explores the journey of music and the meaning of life, resonating with artists' struggle.
- Rocketman - Biopic about Elton John showcasing his life, struggles, and the impact of music.
- The Sound of Music - Classic musical featuring themes of family and overcoming trials, paralleling the emotional journey of Aspiring musicians.
- Once - A heartfelt musical about the connection between two musicians, emphasizing love and artistry.
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2011 | India | Drama | 498104 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
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2020 | United States of America | Drama | 58376 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | R |
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1972 | United States of America | Biography | 4903 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 77776 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 5 |
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2008 | United States of America | Drama | 23310 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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1993 | United States of America | Biography | 24991 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 7 |
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2014 | France | History | 95930 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2002 | France | Biography | 926283 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 9 | 2019 | China | Biography | 89753 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG | |
| 10 |
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2004 | United States of America | Drama | 158365 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 120207 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 12 |
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2016 | United States of America | Biography | 259836 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 13 |
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2016 | Canada | Drama | 119144 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 14 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 747033 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2012 | United States of America | Action | 21341 | 5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 17 |
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2017 | United States of America | Biography | 316915 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 18 |
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2013 | France | Drama | 164727 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 19 |
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2015 | United States of America | Drama | 43056 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 20 |
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1929 | United States of America | Drama | 11228 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 21 |
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2000 | United States of America | Comedy | 12445 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 22 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 26296 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 23 |
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1991 | United States of America | Drama | 4962 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 24 |
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2019 | France | Biography | 55237 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
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1952 | United States of America | Drama | 16216 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 26 |
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2021 | Canada | Biography | 18086 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 27 |
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1979 | United States of America | Drama | 36041 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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1954 | United States of America | Drama | 5977 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
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2002 | Germany | Comedy | 245124 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 424179 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
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1978 | United States of America | Adventure | 17350 | 5.6 | Movie | Released | G |
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1991 | Ireland | Comedy | 39251 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
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2007 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 139670 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
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2020 | United States of America | Adventure | 387856 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 35 |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Biography | 197497 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
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1965 | United States of America | Biography | 264336 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | G |
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2007 | Ireland | Drama | 121924 | 7.8 | Movie | Released |
