Rock Da Crowd

Documentaries

Rock Da Crowd Documentaries dive deep into the stories, sounds, and movements that shaped culture. From hip-hop and skateboarding to Black American musical traditions, poetry, and literature, these films spotlight legendary figures, emerging voices, and the real stories behind the art.

  • All the Streets Are Silent: The Converge...
    1hr 25min
    2021
    documentary
    In the late '80s and early '90s, two vibrant subcultures, skateboarding and hip hop, collided in downtown New York.
  • Be Inspired: The Life of Heavy D
    52min
    2012
    documentary
    He was known as The Overweight Lover, The Heavster, and Most Affectionately, Heavy D. Penned as one of the most likable people in ...
  • Black Panthers
    28min
    1968
    documentary
    A short film of interviews and protests at a rally to free Huey P. Newton.
  • Black Wax
    1hr 18min
    1983
    documentary
    A portrait of the blues poet Gil Scott-Heron, who gives a personal tour of Washington, D.C. and performs a concert with his Midnig...
  • Downtown 81
    1hr 11min
    2000
    documentary
    After being released from the hospital, the artist Jean Michel Basquiat wanders around Manhattan trying to sell art to make money ...
  • Freedom on My Mind
    1hr 48min
    1994
    documentary
    Chronicles the dramatic story of the Mississippi Voter Registration Project drive from 1961-1964.
  • Freestyle 101: Hip Hop History
    1hr 42min
    2023
    documentary
    Narrated by Chuck D, Freestyle 101: Hip-Hop History explores the genre's early days through the lens of freestyle rap, featuring l...
  • I Am Not Your Negro
    1hr 33min
    2016
    documentary, history
    Writer James Baldwin tells the story of race in modern America with his unfinished novel, Remember This House.
  • King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to M...
    3hr 2min
    1969
    documentary, history
    Follows Martin Luther King's life and decades-long civil rights activism.
  • Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool
    1hr 55min
    2019
    documentary
    The life story of the legendary musician Miles Davis.
  • Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown
    2hr
    2014
    documentary
    A look at the music career of musician James Brown beginning with his first hit song, "Please, Please, Please," in 1956.
  • Olympic Pride, American Prejudice
    1hr 19min
    2016
    documentary
    In 1936 when 18 African-American athletes participated in the Berlin Olympic Games, history forgot all except one. This is the sto...
  • Oscar Micheaux: The Superhero of Black F...
    1hr 20min
    2021
    documentary
    A look at the life and work of Oscar Micheaux, a pioneer of the African-American film industry.
  • Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist
    29min
    1979
    documentary
    The life of actor and activist Paul Robeson.
  • Rhyme & Reason
    1hr 29min
    1997
    documentary
    A study in the world of hip-hop, done mostly with interviews, in order to see why it is as popular as it is today and what the fut...
  • Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revoluti...
    1hr 57min
    2021
    documentary
    Documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Bla...
  • The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975
    1hr 30min
    2011
    documentary
    Footage shot by a group of Swedish journalists documenting the Black Power Movement in the United States is edited together by a c...
  • The Blues Under the Skin
    1hr 28min
    1973
    documentary
    From the simple story of love and misery of a young couple from the Harlem ghetto to meetings with twelve great blues singers (BB ...
  • The FBI's War on Black America
    49min
    1990
    documentary
    This documentary explores the lives and deaths of people targeted by the US government's COINTELPRO program, an FBI launched progr...
  • The Murder of Fred Hampton
    1hr 29min
    1971
    biography, documentary
    A chronicle of Fred Hampton's revolutionary leadership of the Illinois Black Panther Party, followed by an investigation into his ...
  • The Up in Smoke Tour
    1hr 59min
    2000
    documentary
    This is it! Your front row seat to the greatest hip hop experience ever captured on film. This is the ultimate back stage pass for...
  • Wattstax
    1hr 43min
    1973
    documentary
    Documentary covering a Stax Records-sponsored all-day concert at the 1972 Watts Summer Festival with performances by Stax Records ...
  • Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley
    1hr 11min
    2013
    documentary
    A look at the work and influence of African-American stand-up comedienne, Moms Mabley.
  • You Got to Move
    1hr 26min
    1985
    documentary
    A 50-year-old education and social action center touched lives chronicled in the film. Footage shows peaceful, somber protests. Ed...

Rock Da Crowd TV Documentaries present a curated collection of powerful nonfiction films that explore the people, movements, sounds, and stories that shaped culture. From the roots of hip-hop and skateboarding to Black American musical traditions, political movements, poetry, and literature, these documentaries provide context, depth, and authentic storytelling that continues to resonate today.

This collection brings together award-winning titles, rare archival footage, and influential cultural records that examine how art, music, and social change intersect. Each documentary goes beyond surface-level narratives, offering viewers meaningful insights into history, identity, and creative expression. Whether focused on legendary artists, civil rights leaders, or grassroots cultural movements, these films preserve voices that deserve to be seen, heard, and understood.

Rock Da Crowd TV’s documentary catalog is designed for viewers who value education, cultural awareness, and storytelling with purpose. The films featured here are essential viewing for anyone interested in how music, activism, and creativity have shaped generations – and continue to influence the present.

What You’ll Find in Rock Da Crowd Documentaries

Cultural & Music History

Explore documentaries that chronicle the evolution of hip-hop, jazz, blues, soul, and Black musical innovation. These films spotlight influential artists, iconic performances, and the cultural environments that gave rise to timeless sounds.

Social Movements & Historical Perspectives

Discover films that document pivotal moments in social and political history, including civil rights activism, Black liberation movements, and community-driven change. These documentaries provide historical context through firsthand accounts, archival footage, and investigative storytelling.

Art, Creativity & Expression

From visual artists to poets and filmmakers, this collection highlights creative figures whose work challenged conventions and expanded cultural boundaries. These documentaries celebrate artistic courage and cultural impact across decades.

Biographical & Personal Stories

Many films in this collection focus on individual journeys—revealing the personal struggles, triumphs, and legacies of musicians, activists, and cultural pioneers who shaped history through their voices and actions.

Why Watch Documentaries on Rock Da Crowd TV

Rock Da Crowd TV offers more than entertainment – it provides access to stories that educate, inspire, and preserve cultural memory. Each documentary is carefully selected for its relevance, authenticity, and storytelling quality, making this collection ideal for students, researchers, creators, and curious viewers alike. By watching these films, you gain deeper understanding of cultural movements, historical context, and the individuals who influenced music, art, and society on a global scale.

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