The 35 Best Black Films on Netflix

2020 has been an illuminating year, and the one-two punch of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the killing of George Floyd has led to a reckoning that many didn't see coming. The ensuing protests and calls for social justice have also led to a renewed focus on Black businesses, mental health resources for the Black community, and media that centers Black characters.

Netflix is proud to be a part of the push for greater visibility for Black creatives and the streaming site's "Black Stories" section features a countless number of Black movies, TV shows, and documentaries that feature Black actors, producers, writers, and directors. But of course, you won't be able to get through all of that content yourself, so we did you the favor of picking the best films that Netflix has to offer—here are the 35 best Black films on Netflix right now.