6 of the Best Black Films to Watch in September

Get ready for a cinematic journey through some of the best black-led films available on Cinema. From timeless comedies to gripping true stories, these 6 movies showcase outstanding Black films both in front of and behind the camera.

Here are a few highlights from the collection that you can stream right now:

Coming to America

Travel back to the ’80s with this classic comedy that follows Prince Akeem of Zamunda (Eddie Murphy) as he journeys to America with his loyal aide Semmi (Arsenio Hall) in search of true love. Featuring an all-star cast including James Earl Jones, Madge Sinclair, and John Amos, this hilarious film has kept audiences laughing for decades.

Judas and the Black Messiah

Witness Daniel Kaluuya’s Oscar-winning portrayal of Fred Hampton, the influential leader of the Black Panther Party in the 1960s. This powerful drama tells the story of how FBI informant William ‘Bill’ O’Neal (LaKeith Stanfield) betrayed Hampton, leading to his tragic assassination. Kaluuya’s performance is unforgettable in this historical thriller.

Cut Throat City

Set in New Orleans after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, this intense heist drama follows four friends who band together to rob a casino in a desperate bid to escape the poverty that grips their city. Directed by Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA, Cut Throat City stars Wesley Snipes, Ethan Hawke, Terrence Howard, and Tip ‘TI’ Harris.

The United States vs. Billie Holiday

In this riveting biopic, Andra Day shines as legendary singer and activist Billie Holiday. The film delves into Holiday’s struggles as she continues to perform her iconic protest song “Strange Fruit,” despite being targeted by the FBI in a relentless effort to silence her voice. Day’s performance earned her a Golden Globe award.

Blue Story

Based on the real-life experiences of director Rapman, Blue Story takes a hard look at the cycle of gang violence in South London. The film follows two friends, Timmy (Stephen Odubola) and Marco (Micheal Ward), as they become entangled in the brutal postcode wars, illustrating the devastating impact of street violence.

The Nutty Professor

Eddie Murphy delivers a hilarious performance as Professor Sherman Klump—and nearly every other member of the Klump family—in this beloved romantic comedy.

When the overweight professor invents a potion to make himself thin, his arrogant alter-ego, Buddy Love, threatens to take over his life completely. A standout moment includes a side-splitting comedy showdown between Buddy and Dave Chappelle’s character, Reggie.