15 Best Martin Luther King Jr. Movies and TV Shows to Watch on MLK Day
From documentaries to narrative films, Moviefone counts down the 15 best movies and TV shows about Martin Luther King Jr. to watch on MLK Day.
5 Great Martin Luther King Jr. Documentaries That Explore Different Aspects Of His Life And Work
Originally released on home video, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: A Historical Perspective follows a more traditional approach to documentary filmmaking. Narrated by The Transformers voice actor Arthur Burghardt, we see some never-before-scene footage of Dr. King and elements of his life that weren’t covered in the previous documentaries.
Detroit-based movie ‘King Blvd’ streaming in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The Detroit-based movie "King Blvd." is streaming in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Local 4 showed you the premiere back in June 2024, but now the film is available online.
Movies to watch over Martin Luther King Jr. weekend
Martin Luther King Jr. weekend is fast approaching, and Hollywood has served up many historical films over the years that not only help us reflect on racial prejudice, but also educate your family. It’s the perfect time to dive into those stories with your family. Grab the popcorn, and maybe a box of tissues!
Martin Luther King III urges return of civility, focus on equality
Martin Luther King III, a civil rights activist and the son of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, spoke to CBS News on MLK Day and Trump's inauguration.
Martin Luther King III Says Trump Needs To ‘Be In Dialogue With Everybody’
Ahead of his inauguration speech tomorrow, the son of the late civil rights leader said the president-elect needs to "set the tone."
Is There Trash Pickup on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday honoring the life and legacy of the iconic civil rights leader. This year's MLK Day also falls on Inauguration Day for President-elect Donald Trump, marking only the second time in 28 years that these federal observances align.
The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It was first proposed four days after King's 1968 assassination outside a Memphis motel. It took 15 years until it became a federal holiday.
Martin Luther King III calls on Trump to talk ‘with everybody’ to unite US
Martin Luther King III asked President-elect Donald Trump to unify the United States, specifically calling on the incoming president to talk to “everybody” on both sides of the political aisle. Trump’s inauguration on Monday will also fall on Martin Luther King Jr.
The Best MLK Jr. Movies Streaming Right Now
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Top 10 Movies to Watch in Honor of MLK Day
MLK Day is a federal holiday to remember the legacy of United Sates Civil Rights icon, Martin Luther King Jr. It’s a time to ...
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5 Martin Luther King, Jr. movies to watch to honor the civil rights leader
here are five MLK-focused movies to watch this weekend. Starring a shrewd and stirring David Oyelowo ("Silo," "Lawmen: Bass Reeves") as Martin Luther King, Jr., this Oscar-winning 2014 ...
TCM’s MLK Day Movie Marathon 2025 Schedule
Here’s a breakdown of TCM’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day schedule and what to expect in these powerful stories. Turner Classic ...
How music stars, movie stars and pop culture helped spread MLK's message
How did Martin Luther King's message get across to America? Partly through pop culture. Music, movies, TV helped spread his ...
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Remembering MLK, Jr. 2025
I confess that I don’t always pay attention to federal holidays and the people or historical events they usually honor. I don’t stop much and look much at ...
Box Office: ‘Mufasa,' ‘One of Them Days' Draw Blood From ‘Wolf Man' Over Sluggish MLK Weekend
The bad news overall: it looks to be one of the slowest MLK weekends in years as Hollywood and theaters prepare for another ...
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KDL hosting free movie screening, book discussions to honor MLK Jr.
The Kent District Library is hosting a series of events to honor the life and legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.