Al Sharpton

Al Sharpton

October 3, 1954 · 72 years old

Alfred Charles Sharpton Jr. (born October 3, 1954) is an American civil rights activist, Baptist minister, television/radio talk show host and a former White House adviser for President Barack Obama. In 2004, he was a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. presidential election. He hos…

Known For

16 titles
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When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts

When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts

2006 · 4h 15m · TV Show

An examination of the U.S. government's response to Hurricane Katrina.

8.5
2
Street Fight

Street Fight

2005 · 1h 23m · Movie

This documentary follows the 2002 mayoral campaign in Newark, New Jersey in which a City Councilman, Cory Booker, attempted to unseat longtime mayor Sharpe James.

7.9
3
The Black Godfather

The Black Godfather

2019 · 1h 58m · Movie

Follows the life of Clarence Avant, the ultimate, uncensored mentor and behind-the-scenes rainmaker in music, film, TV and politics.

7.5
4
Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown

Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown

2014 · 2h 0m · Movie

A look at the music career of musician James Brown beginning with his first hit song, "Please, Please, Please," in 1956.

7.4
5
Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali

Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali

2021 · 1h 35m · Movie

From a chance meeting to a tragic fallout, Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali's extraordinary bond cracks under the weight of distrust and shifting ideals.

7.0
6
The First Wave

The First Wave

2021 · 1h 33m · Movie

A documentary following nurses, doctors, and administrators in a New York City hospital as they respond to the victims from the COVID-19 pandemic.

7.1
7
Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union

Obama: In Pursuit of a More Perfect Union

2021 · 40m · TV Show

Multi-part documentary explores the journey of Barack Obama from his early upbringing to the 44th U.S. President, set against the backdrop of the country's unfolding racial history.

6.8
8
Évocateur: The Morton Downey Jr. Movie

Évocateur: The Morton Downey Jr. Movie

2013 · 1h 30m · Movie

Before entire networks were built on populist personalities; before reality morphed into a TV genre; the masses fixated on a single, sociopathic star: controversial talk-show host Morton Downey, Jr.

6.8
9
The Last Party

The Last Party

1993 · 1h 36m · Movie

Robert Downey, Jr. gives reports and interviews with other stars in this documentary about the Democratic National Convention in 1992.

6.6
10
Satan & Adam

Satan & Adam

2018 · 1h 20m · Movie

SATAN & ADAM chronicles the unlikely pairing of legendary one-man-band Sterling "Mr. Satan" Magee and harmonica master Adam Gussow. Shot over 20 years, the film showcases one of the greatest blues duos you probably never got a cha...

7.7
11
Loudmouth

Loudmouth

2022 · 2h 3m · Movie

It tells the story of Rev. Al Sharpton, painting an intimate portrait of a tireless warrior who has never ducked a fight in his mission to transform the status quo.

5.0
12
Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn

Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn

2020 · 1h 40m · Movie

A look at the events surrounding the murder of Yusuf Hawkins, a black teenager in Brooklyn, who was killed in by a group of white youths.

7.2
13
On the Shoulders of Giants

On the Shoulders of Giants

2011 · 1h 30m · Movie

The story of the Harlem Rens: the greatest basketball team you never heard of.

7.0
14
Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid

Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid

2024 · 1h 38m · Movie

Set during the 2024 election, CARVILLE follows Democratic consultant James Carville as he navigates the current cultural and political landscape and delves into his famous, bi-partisan marriage to Republican strategist, Mary Matalin.

7.2
15
Rudy! A Documusical

Rudy! A Documusical

2022 · 1h 39m · Movie

Follows the controversial life and career of Rudy Giuliani.

16
Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage

Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage

2021 · Movie

Follows the legacy and impact of America's first Black military pilots and how their contributions to this country inspired the next generation looking for racial equality and civic change.

6.8