Celebrate Black History Month with Inspiring Stories and Black Voices
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Celebrate Black History Month with Inspiring Stories and Black Voices

by Angel Studios | February 10, 2025

Throughout history, stories have preserved legacies, sparked change, and inspired generations. Black History Month is a time to honor the resilience, achievements, and contributions of Black individuals who have shaped the world. At Angel Studios, we celebrate these stories by sharing films, comedy specials, and series that highlight courage, faith, and perseverance.

From groundbreaking athletes and unsung heroes to thought-provoking lessons and joyful laughter, our content offers a powerful way to reflect on the past while inspiring the future. Whether through heartfelt dramas, insightful comedy, or real-life stories of triumph, these selections uplift, educate, and entertain.

Explore our collection of movies, comedy specials, and shows that celebrate Black history and the values that unite us all.

Films That Inspire

Sweetwater

Driven by grit born from a life on society’s fringe and talent forged with the Harlem Globetrotters, Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton changed history when he became the first African American to join the NBA.

Watch Sweetwater here!

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Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot

Experience the true story of Donna and Reverend Martin and their tiny church in East Texas, where 22 families adopted 77 children from the local foster system—igniting a movement for vulnerable children everywhere.

Watch Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot here!

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Something to Stand For with Mike Rowe

Join America's favorite storyteller on an epic journey to the heart of Washington, D.C. This cinematic tour de force will take viewers to the frontlines of the American Revolution, World War II, the Civil Rights Movement, and more.

Watch Something to Stand For with Mike Rowe here!

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Laughter That Unites: Dry Bar Comedy Specials

Mostly Kid Stuff – Warren B. Hall

Warren B. Hall radiates an infectious energy and covers couples who owe their relationship to Stockholm Syndrome, exotic petting zoos, and how to know if you live in a small town.

Watch Mostly Kid Stuff here!

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I Started Out as a Baby – Greg Morton

One-man variety showman Greg Morton has the crowd gasping for air as they laugh at his hilarious impressions of popular characters, song parodies, and relatable stories.

Watch I Started Out as a Baby here!

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Ninja Practice – J Bliss

J Bliss pulls his jokes from everyday observations, whether that’s shopping for watches, experiencing gas pump harassment, or trying to differentiate between donkeys and pit bulls.

Watch Ninja Practice here!

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WatchaNotGoneDo is Not Laugh. At These Jokes! – Mike Goodwin

Mike Goodwin comes to Dry Bar dressed in his best "police repellent," touching upon everything from what it’s like to be from the “Souf,” to which baby names you should avoid in the Bible.

Watch WatchaNotGoneDo is Not Laugh. At These Jokes! here!

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I’ll Drop the Punchline Again! – Angel Gaines

Angel Gaines lights up the Dry Bar stage with energetic explanations of how she uses her day job as an elementary school teacher to her advantage, became technically trilingual, and got stuck with a bootleg personal trainer.

Watch I'll Drop the Punchline Again! here!

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Lessons from Tuttle Twins

Dumpsters & Disobedience – Season 1 Episode 9

The twins learn about civilly disobeying unjust laws with the help of Rosa Parks.

Watch Dumpsters & Disobedience here!

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The Itsy Bitsy Victim Mentality – Season 2 Episode 6

When the twins are unfairly cut from a talent show, Grandma takes them to meet Frederick Douglass and an itsy bitsy spider to learn how to conquer victim mentality.

Watch The Itsy Bitsy Victim Mentality here!

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Close Encounters of a Judgy Kind – Season 3 Episode 7

A lesson on character from Martin Luther King Jr. helps the twins navigate judgment in gym class.

Watch Close Encounters of a Judgy Kind here!

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Faith and Sports: Playing for Eternity

  • NFL MVP – Season 1 Episode 3: Josh challenges NFL MVP Shaun Alexander and his entire family to a game of football. Watch it here!

  • NFL Pro-Bowler – Season 1 Episode 6: Josh receives a lesson in footwork from an NFL Pro-Bowler Justin Forsett. Watch it here!

  • 12-Year NBA Veteran – Season 1 Episode 7: Josh challenges an NBA veteran Anthony Tolliver to a game of PIG. Watch it here!

  • World Cup Soccer Star – Season 1 Episode 10: Josh tries his hand at goalie in a shootout versus a USA Women’s Soccer player Jessica McDonald. Watch it here!

  • MLB Star – Season 1 Episode 20: Josh gets a hitting lesson from a former MLB Rookie of the Year Alvin Davis. Watch it here!

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Black History Month is a reminder that history is not just something we remember—it’s something we continue to shape. The stories of perseverance, faith, and courage that we honor this month are not confined to the past; they live on in the lives we lead and the lessons we pass down.

At Angel Studios, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire and unite. Whether through moments of triumph, lessons of resilience, or the simple joy of laughter, these films and series offer a chance to reflect on the impact of Black history and its lasting influence on all of us.

Take the time to watch, learn, and celebrate. These stories are for everyone—because the lessons of history inspire us all.

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