On the eve of 1987's Second National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights, surviving families and friends of people who have died of AIDS prepare panels to be added to a large-scale memorial quilt project. Drawing from the sea of names memorialized, director Robert Epstein focuses on the lives of six people. Alongside the intimate profiles offered, through news footage and interviews, Epstein puts the AIDS crisis in the larger context of social and government response to the disease.

Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley

2013

English

7.9

♡ 1

Comedy

Documentary

woman director

Whoopi Goldberg Director

Quincy Jones as Self

Whoopi Goldberg as Self

Joan Rivers as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

A feature documentary about Jackie "Moms" Mabley, an African-American stand-up comic and show-biz pioneer who emerged from the Chitlin' Circuit of African-American Vaudeville to become a mainstream star. Once billed as "The Funniest Woman in the World," Mabley pushed the boundaries of comedy by tackling topics such as gender, sex, and racism and performed up until her death in 1975. A true passion project for first-time director Whoopi Goldberg, the documentary shows Mabley's historical significance and profound influence as a performer vastly ahead of her time.

Bitchin': The Sound and Fury of Rick James

2021

English

7.3

♡ 5

100%

Sacha Jenkins Director

Stevie Wonder as Self

Merv Griffin as Self

Bob Dylan as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

This profile of legendary funk/R&B icon Rick James captures the peaks and valleys of his storied career to reveal a complicated and rebellious soul, driven to share his talent with the world.

Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis

2011

English

7.2

♡ 6

67%

Gregg Barson Director

Quentin Tarantino as Self

Steven Spielberg as Self

Woody Harrelson as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

It will surprise few to discover that star of stage and screen Jerry Lewis has sought to amuse others since he was five years old. Since that early age, audiences split their sides watching his wacky antics, whilst wannabe comics aspired to his prolific career, from his solo work to his double act with Dean Martin. Indeed, many of his famous fans share stories of affection and admiration for the now 86-year-old performer and filmmaker in Gregg Barson’s documentary. Steven Spielberg, Quentin Tarantino, Eddie Murphy and Jerry Seinfeld are among those waxing lyrical about Lewis’ particular brand of genius, and his place in the annals of history. Including a cavalcade of hilarious clips from eight decades in the spotlight, Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis examines the icon and his influence, and is essential viewing for aficionados of the man and his legacy.

The King

2017

English

6.9

♡ 11

86%

Eugene Jarecki Director

Ethan Hawke as Himself

Ashton Kutcher as Himself

Eddie Murphy as Self

Steve Allen as Self

A cultural portrait of the American dream at a critical time in the nation’s history. Set against the 2016 American election, The King takes a musical road trip across the country in Elvis Presley's 1963 Rolls Royce.

Claydream

2021

English

7.2

♡ 4

93%

70%

Documentary

Marq Evans Director

Michael Jackson as Self

Charlie Rose as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

Carrie Brownstein as Self

A modern day Walt Disney, Will Vinton picked up a ball of clay and saw a world of potential. Known as the “Father of Claymation,” Vinton revolutionized the animation business during the 80s and 90s. But after 30 years of being the unheralded king of clay, Will Vinton’s carefully sculpted American dream came crumbling down. Structured around interviews with this charismatic pioneer and his close collaborators, the film charts the rise and fall of the Academy Award and Emmy winning Will Vinton Studios.

Eddie Murphy: Delirious

1983

English

8.1

♡ 6

83%

90%

Action

african american comedian

Bruce Gowers Director

Eddie Murphy as Self

Kevin O'Neal as Self

Clint Smith as Self

Gus Loundermon as Self

Taped live and in concert at Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. in August, 1983, Eddie Murphy: Delirious captures Eddie Murphy's wild and outrageous stand-up comedy act, which he performed in New York and eighteen other cities across the U.S. to standing-room-only audiences. Eddie's comedy was groundbreaking, completely new, razor sharp and definitely funny.Eddie Murphy pontificates in his own vulgarly hilarious fashion on everything from bizarre sexual fantasies to reliving the family barbecue, and is peppered with Eddie's one-of-a-kind wit. Laugh along as Eddie reminiscences of hot childhood days and the ice cream man intermixed with classic vocal parodies of top American entertainers.Experience Eddie Murphy at his best, live and red hot! Delirious! Uncensored and Uncut!

Butterfly in the Sky

2022

English

8.3

♡ 2

100%

90%

Documentary

Bradford Thomason Director

Sigourney Weaver as Gwen DeMarco

Eddie Murphy as Self

Whoopi Goldberg as Self - Reading Rainbow Guest Star

Peter Falk as Self - The Robbery at the Diamond Dog Diner Guest Narrator

Two seconds into the bubbling synth sounds of its theme song will have a child of the 1980s or ‘90s exclaiming “Reading Rainbow!” Such is the beloved and ubiquitous nature of the classic children’s literary television show that introduced millions of kids to the wonder and importance of books. Not only did the series insist on having kids speak to kids about their favorite stories, but Reading Rainbow introduced the world to one of the most adored television hosts of all time in LeVar Burton. Thanks to his direct, non-patronizing and, most importantly, kind delivery, Burton became a conduit to learning for children of every background—an entrancing guide to subjects unknown.

Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution

2024

English

7.4

♡ 3

100%

Page Hurwitz Director

Bill Clinton as Self

Robert De Niro as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

Lea DeLaria as Self

This rapturous documentary steps into the dynamic world of queer stand-up and examines the powerful cultural influence it has had on social change in America. The film combines rare archival materials, stand-up performances, and interviews with a show-stopping lineup to present a definitive history of queer comedy.

Dave Chappelle: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

2020

English

7.4

♡ 15

Action

Comedy

Chris Robinson Director

Jay Pharoah as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

Morgan Freeman as Self

Lorne Michaels as Self

In 2019 comedy great Dave Chappelle received the 22nd Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The event was held in a ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Toasting Chappelle were a who's who of the entertainment industry.

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

2025

English

8.1

♡ 6

100%

Osmany Rodriguez Director

Eddie Murphy as Self

Josh Brolin as Self

Bobby Moynihan as Self - SNL Cast Member 2008 - 2017

Andy Samberg as Self - SNL Cast Member 2025 - 2012

Untold stories behind the culture-defining and newsmaking musical performances, sketches and cameos of the past 50 years.

Luther: Never Too Much

2024

English

8.1

♡ 2

98%

Dawn Porter Director

Garry Shandling as Self

Denzel Washington as Self

Eddie Murphy as Self

Patti LaBelle as Self

Luther Vandross started his career supporting David Bowie, Roberta Flack, Bette Midler, and more. His undeniable talent earned platinum records and accolades, but he struggled to break out beyond the R&B charts. Intensely driven, he overcame personal and professional challenges to secure his place amongst the greatest vocalists in history.

Won't You Be My Neighbor?

2018

English

8.3

♡ 46

97%

serious subjects gently discussed

Morgan Neville Director

Bill Clinton as Himself

Jim Carrey as Himself

Jamie Foxx as Himself

Eddie Murphy as Self

For more than thirty years, and through his television program, Fred Rogers (1928-2003), host, producer, writer and pianist, accompanied by his puppets and his many friends, spoke directly to young children about some of life's most important issues.

Coming 2 America

2021

English

5.3

♡ 136

49%

queens, new york city

sequel

John Landis Director

Eddie Murphy as Akeem / Clarence / Saul / Randy Watson

Aaron Quick Nelson as Cop 1

Morgan Freeman as Self

Trevor Noah as Totatsi Bibinyana

Prince Akeem Joffer is set to become King of Zamunda when he discovers he has a son he never knew about in America – a street savvy Queens native named Lavelle. Honoring his royal father's dying wish to groom this son as the crown prince, Akeem and Semmi set off to America once again.

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Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt

Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley

Bitchin': The Sound and Fury of Rick James

Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis

The King

Claydream

Eddie Murphy: Delirious

Butterfly in the Sky

Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution

Dave Chappelle: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

Ladies & Gentlemen... 50 Years of SNL Music

Luther: Never Too Much

Won't You Be My Neighbor?

Coming 2 America