Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Jacksons: An American Dream List
- The Temptations - A biographical miniseries about the rise and fall of the legendary Motown group.
- Dreamgirls - A musical drama inspired by the history of Motown and the rise of girl groups.
- Selena - A biopic about the life of the Tejano music star Selena Quintanilla.
- What's Love Got to Do with It - The life story of Tina Turner, showcasing her struggles and success.
- La Bamba - The story of Ritchie Valens and his rise to fame in the music industry.
- Ray - A biopic about the life and career of legendary musician Ray Charles.
- The Buddy Holly Story - The life and career of rock and roll pioneer Buddy Holly is featured.
- Accordion Stories - An exploration of music and culture, following the lives of musicians.
- A Star Is Born - The story of love and the music industry, showcasing struggles of an artist.
- The Wiz - A musical interpretation of 'The Wizard of Oz' with a predominantly Black cast.
- 8 Mile - A film about an aspiring rapper's journey in the music scene of Detroit.
- The Five Heartbeats - A fictional group inspired by real-life R&B acts, detailing their rise and fall.
- The Last Dance - A documentary series that covers Michael Jordan's career and achievements.
- Black Nativity - A contemporary retelling of the Nativity story through music and family.
- Carmen Jones - A musical drama that reinterprets the classic opera within a modern context.
- Ray Meets Helen - A blend of music and narrative art, connecting lives through songs.
- Standing in the Shadows of Motown - A documentary about the Funk Brothers, the backing band for many Motown hits.
- Get On Up - A biopic about James Brown highlighting his impact on music and culture.
- The Sound of Music - A musical depicting the journey of a family and their love for music.
- Sister Act - A musical comedy about a lounge singer who finds herself in a convent.
- Fame - A look into the lives of students at the New York High School for the Performing Arts.
- Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever - A special showing performances from iconic Motown artists.
- Dreamboat - Explores dreams and music, connecting characters through backstories.
- The Mamas & the Papas: California Dreamin' - A narrative about the influential band against a backdrop of cultural revolution.
- The Music Never Stopped - A heartfelt story about connection through music as a means of communication.
- The Blues Brothers - A comedic musical film featuring blues music and friendship themes.
- Ray Charles: 13 Minutes to the Grammy - A focused look at a critical moment in Ray Charles’s life and career.
- Patti LaBelle: One Night Only - A concert film that showcases the achievements of Patti LaBelle.
- Summer of Soul - Documentary on the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival celebrating Black music.
- Respect - A biopic about Aretha Franklin's rise to fame and personal struggles.
- The Greatest Showman - A musical inspired by the life of P.T. Barnum and the creation of the circus.
- The Polar Express - A musical journey rich in storytelling and narrative arcs with family themes.
- The Greatest Rags to Riches Story - Follows a musical family's journey from struggle to success.
- This Christmas - A family musical drama that explores the importance of music and reunion.
- The Color Purple - A powerful musical adaptation of Alice Walker's novel about resilience.
- The Lion King - An animated musical featuring themes of family, ambition, and legacy.
- Hairspray - A musical that tackles racial integration in the 1960s through dance and music.
- A Raisin in the Sun - The struggles of a family as they pursue the American Dream, filled with poignant moments.
- A Night at the Apollo - A documentary capturing the performances at the legendary Apollo Theater.
- The Wiz Live! - A live musical television event adapting The Wiz for a new audience.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1998 | Biography | 5357 | 8.4 | Serie | Ended | ||
| 2 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 77776 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 3 |
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1997 | United States of America | Biography | 32019 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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1993 | United States of America | Biography | 24991 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 |
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1987 | United States of America | Biography | 36915 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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2004 | United States of America | Drama | 158365 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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1978 | United States of America | Biography | 10091 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 8 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 424179 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 |
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1978 | United States of America | Adventure | 17350 | 5.6 | Movie | Released | G |
| 10 |
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2002 | Germany | Drama | 325866 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 11 |
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1991 | United States of America | Drama | 4962 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 |
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2020 | United States of America | Biography | 156783 | 9.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 13 |
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2013 | United States of America | Drama | 2383 | 4.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 14 |
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1954 | United States of America | Drama | 5977 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 15 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 249 | 5.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 | 2002 | United States of America | Documentary | 3863 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | ||
| 17 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 26296 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 18 |
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1965 | United States of America | Biography | 264336 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | G |
| 19 |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 109793 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 20 |
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1980 | United States of America | Drama | 24942 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 21 |
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1952 | United States of America | Comedy | 981 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 22 |
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2011 | United States of America | Drama | 8739 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 23 |
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1980 | United States of America | Action | 216596 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 24 |
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2021 | Canada | Biography | 18086 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 25 |
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2017 | United States of America | Biography | 316915 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 26 |
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2004 | United States of America | Animation | 243773 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | G |
| 27 |
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2007 | United States of America | Comedy | 10493 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 28 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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1994 | United States of America | Adventure | 1156880 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | G |
| 30 |
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2007 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 139670 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 31 |
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1961 | United States of America | Drama | 9781 | 8 | Movie | Released | |
| 32 |
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2015 | United States of America | Adventure | 2588 | 7.1 | Movie | Released |
