37 Films Directed by Spike Lee

The Concert for New York City, held at Madison Square Garden on October 20, 2001, was a benefit honoring the city's strength and the bravery of first responders following the 9/11 attacks. Thousands of firefighters, police, and rescue workers attended…

During Homecoming Weekend at a historically black college, long-standing rivalries between fraternities and sororities intensify. The annual celebration of school history and tradition becomes a setting for conflict, not only among Greek organizations but also with students who feel left…

A heavily armed, masked gang storms a Manhattan bank, locking the doors and taking hostages. The detective assigned to resolve the situation is struggling with corruption charges he's currently facing.

Colorado Springs, late 1970s. African American police officer Ron Stallworth and his Jewish colleague Flip Zimmerman undertake an undercover mission to infiltrate the Ku Klux Klan.

The day before starting a seven-year prison term, a New York drug dealer reflects on his life. He revisits his past, his relationships, and the decisions that caused him to end up in prison, all set against the backdrop of…

On the twenty-fifth anniversary of Michael Jackson's groundbreaking album *Bad*, Spike Lee celebrates the record with previously unseen behind-the-scenes footage of Jackson recording it. The film includes interviews with people who knew him – musicians, choreographers, and fellow music icons…

In a raw drama set in Brooklyn, Salvatore "Sal" Fragione owns a popular local pizzeria. Things get complicated when a regular customer named Buggin' Out objects to Sal’s Wall of Fame, which only features Italian actors. Buggin' Out believes the…

John Leguizamo delivers a semi-fictional, one-man show that recounts his life. It’s an autobiographical story about his childhood and his attempts to gain his father's approval. The narrative unfolds through a series of unusual characters and events: including the odd…

After Joe's murder, Zack Homer inherits the barbershop and finds himself in charge. Zack just wants to keep things traditional, offering classic haircuts, but modern styles are popular and business is struggling. Then, Mr. Lovejoy appears with the same offer…

On a Chicago street corner, Moses and Kitch, two young Black men, pass the time with conversation throughout a monotonous day. They repeatedly avoid gunfire and encounter a friendly yet unsettling stranger and a confrontational police officer. To navigate a…

Summer 1977. New York City lives in fear as a psychopathic serial killer, dubbed 'Son of Sam,' commits a series of brutal murders. The city is on edge; residents are constantly afraid, unsure if each night could be their last.…

A young Black artist leaves his life in Los Angeles on a journey of self-discovery in Europe. This is the original Broadway musical that inspired the story.

Strike is a young man involved in the city's drug trade, working for the ruthless Rodney Little. When a murder occurs at a local fast-food restaurant – the night manager is found dead with four gunshot wounds – Strike’s older…

Dr. Hess Green is afflicted by a strange curse after encountering an ancient African artifact, developing an uncontrollable craving for blood. He then becomes involved in a risky relationship with Ganja Hightower, a connection that explores themes of love, addiction,…

After losing his job, a former executive begins offering his services to wealthy lesbians, providing artificial insemination for financial gain.

This drama follows a successful African American man facing a difficult moral choice: pursuing an affair with a white coworker. He struggles with the potential social consequences and the complexities arising from their different races. The film explores societal expectations,…

This is a contemporary take on Aristophanes' Lysistrata, reimagined in Chicago amidst gang warfare.

In New York City, a disheartened actress finds herself working as a phone sex operator.

In 1995, a diverse group of Black men journey across the country by bus to participate in the Million Man March in Washington, D.C. The passengers include a recently unemployed aircraft worker, a father whose son is struggling with legal…

This riotous comedy brings together comedians Steve Harvey (of "The Steve Harvey Show"), D.L. Hughley ("The Hughleys"), Cedric the Entertainer ("The Steve Harvey Show"), and Bernie Mac ("Life") in a hilarious summit, directed by Spike Lee.

Katt Williams delivers a new stand-up special filmed live at Citizens Bank Arena in Ontario, California. He performs a fast-paced hour of comedy, touching on topics including California marijuana dispensaries, America's response to tragedy, racial issues in 2014, his influences…

Twenty-five years ago, the acquittal of four LAPD officers in the beating of Rodney King ignited three days of rioting that resulted in 53 deaths. Around the anniversary, a one-man show about King, produced by Spike Lee and starring Roger…

Spike Lee directs a film about Michael Jackson's beginnings.

Comedy star Jerrod Carmichael performs at The Comedy Store in Hollywood, delivering his signature blend of humor. He tackles topics like poverty, wealth, crime, and race, offering his distinctive perspective on national tragedies, female empowerment, and a wide range of…

Spike Lee's film examines the 1963 bombing of a black church in Birmingham, Alabama, during Sunday school, which killed four young girls. Using detailed research and recreations, Lee reveals the complex political tensions, hateful actions, and societal inequalities that led…

Producer Pierre Delacroix, after being rejected by his network for his sitcom idea, deliberately pitches the worst concept imaginable: a 21st-century minstrel show, hoping to get fired. Instead, the network airs it and it unexpectedly becomes a huge success.

This is a look at the life of the controversial Black activist and key figure in the fight for Black liberation. Facing a low point during his imprisonment in the 1950s, he embraced the Black Muslim faith and rose to…

Nola Darling lives a life outside the norm, juggling romantic relationships with three different men simultaneously. The story unfolds through their viewpoints and those of her friends, as each man wants Nola's full attention. But Nola resists being tied down…

A man with just three and a half days and few resources must uncover the truth behind his unexplained 20-year imprisonment in a plain, featureless room.

Bleek Gilliam, a remarkably talented but self-centered trumpeter, tries to juggle relationships with two women: the passionate Indigo and the steady Clarke. His dedication to music remains constant until unforeseen difficulties challenge his carefully constructed life. When Bleek's childhood friend…

This is the story of Huey P. Newton and the creation of the Black Panther Party, driven by his ten-point plan for improving society.

Four African-American Vietnam veterans journey back to Vietnam. Their mission: to find the remains of their lost squad leader and a rumored treasure. The veterans face dangers from both people and the environment, grappling with the enduring consequences of the…

This Spike Lee film is set in 1970s Brooklyn, a neighborhood with a strong culture but facing economic hardship. It follows a dedicated school teacher and her jazz musician husband as they raise their five children. Using his distinctive storytelling…

Flik, used to a comfortable life in Atlanta, is sent by his mother to spend the summer with his estranged grandfather in a Brooklyn housing project. Feeling isolated and bored, he finds his strict grandfather, Enoch, a passionate preacher, determined…

Mike Tyson's one-man show offers a compelling exploration of his life and career. *MIKE TYSON: UNDISPUTED TRUTH* provides an intimate glimpse into the life and thoughts of one of boxing's most formidable champions. Directed by Academy Award® nominee Spike Lee,…

Miracle at St. Anna tells the story of four American soldiers from the all-black 92nd "Buffalo Soldier" Division who are stationed in Tuscany, Italy, during World War II.

A gifted young basketball player unexpectedly faces the criminal justice system, a situation hidden from his devoted father. As legal proceedings progress, the potential impact on the son’s future becomes clear. Driven by determination and hope, the father strives to…