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.