October 06, 2021 - 17:17 BST Francesca Shillcock Black History Month falls this month and to mark the occasion, streaming giants like Amazon Prime Video and Netflix are keen to dedicate space on their platforms with some brilliant shows and films.We love watching these all-year round, not just in October, but if the event has got you looking for some new content to enjoy, take a look at our pick of titles that celebrate Black voices and comedy, as well as providing important lessons in history.
Regina King directs this film with a stellar cast who depict the real-life story of the night Sam Cooke, Muhammad Ali, Malcom X and Jim Brown gathered in a hotel room to discuss their role in the Civil Rights Movement. Leslie Odom Jr.'s rendition of A Change is Gonna Come was a particular highlight of this must-see film.New episodes of Dear White People have just landed on Netflix so there's never been a better time to catch up on this brilliantly clever show.
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