Movies and TvShows featuring "motown" theme.

The Jacksons: An American Dream is a TV mini-series that follows the journey of the Jackson family as they rise to fame in the music industry. Set in the 1940s-1980s, the series explores the struggles they face as they navigate their way through the ups and downs of show business, dealing with a domineering father, the pressures of fame, and the impact it has on their family dynamics. It also sheds light on the individual members of the family, their relationships with each other, and the sacrifices they make for their careers. Based on a true story, this heartwarming series is a must-watch for fans of the Jacksons and anyone interested in the music industry.

A trio of black female soul singers cross over to the pop charts in the early 1960s, facing their own personal struggles along the way.

The Temptations is a TV mini-series that tells the story of the Motown group The Temptations, their rise to fame in the 1960s, their struggles with drugs and alcoholism, and the reunion of the group in the 1980s. It explores themes of friendship, loss, and the impact of fame.

When a young martial artist named Leroy Green is targeted by a ruthless gang in Harlem, he embarks on a journey to become the greatest fighter in the world and protect his community.

An in-depth portrayal of Michael Jackson, a complicated man, who became the King of Pop. The biopic will bring to life Jackson’s most iconic performances as it gives an informed insight into the entertainer’s artistic process and personal life.

Sparkle follows the journey of a girl group as they navigate fame, romance, and tragedy in the 1960s. The three sisters face challenges such as abusive relationships, drug addiction, and family struggles, all while pursuing their dreams of becoming successful singers.

A biographical look at The Temptations, the Motown soul vocal quintet who first came to fame in the 1960s, as seen from the viewpoint of the last surviving original member, Otis Williams. Beginning from their humble origins in the late 1950s and continuing through the 1990s and the deaths of the other original members.

The California Raisin Show is an animated television series based on the claymation advertising characters The California Raisins. The show is based on an Emmy Award-winning claymation special, Meet the Raisins!, which originally aired on CBS in 1989. After the show's 13-episode run, a sequel to the original special, Raisins: Sold Out!: The California Raisins II, aired in 1990. While the characters are traditionally depicted in claymation, the TV show was cel animated by Murakami-Wolf-Swenson. It did, however, maintain Will Vinton as creative director and executive producer. It takes place in a world populated by anthropomorphic fruits and vegetables and focuses on the main characters, the California Raisins: A.C., Beebop, Stretch, and Red. Each episode has one or more musical numbers.

Sparkle follows the journey of a girl group from Harlem as they navigate the music industry and face various challenges, including drug addiction and domestic violence. The film explores the price of fame and the struggles faced by African-American artists in the 1950s.

A documentary film that details the history of the Funk Brothers, the band that provided the musical foundation for numerous Motown hits. Utilizing archival footage, reenactments, and interviews with the musicians themselves, the film showcases the incredible talent and contributions of these musicians.

The tumultuous life of Bobby DeBarge, the former lead singer of 70's R&B/Funk Band Switch, and the eldest sibling of the world-famous pop group DeBarge. Despite his success in music, the iconic falsetto found his life in peril as he struggled with fame and fortune while coping with the memories of his dysfunctional childhood.

Hitsville: The Making of Motown is a documentary that chronicles the story of Motown Records, the legendary record label that transformed the music industry. Set in Detroit, Michigan during the 1950s, the film explores the origins of Motown and the talented artists who rose to fame under its banner. Through archival footage and interviews with key figures, Hitsville offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Motown and the enduring impact of its music.

A three-part series tracing the history of American rock 'n' roll music from the 1950s onwards.

Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever is a concert celebration of Motown's twenty-fifth anniversary. The star-studded event showcases performances by legendary Motown artists and brings back memories of the golden age of soul music.

A documentary film honoring the King of Pop showcasing how Michael Jackson's groundbreaking musical legacy has influenced performers of the past, present and future.

A three-part docuseries chronicling the journey of soul music, from its birth out of gospel and R&B in the 1960s, when it delivered an assertive, integrated vision of black America, and produced its first generation of stars including Otis Redding and Aretha Franklin.

In 1967 an expressive, colourful musical force painted a backdrop of social change, fashion, love, turmoil and war. The world remembers the Summer of Love in 1967 as one of those moments when a unique and creative explosion of music and popular culture arrived in the UK and USA.

Marvin Gaye: Live in Montreux 1980 is a taped performance of singer Marvin Gaye's performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival, recorded on July 17, 1980. Gaye included this performance as part of a European tour. Gaye performs a majority of his hits from his recent disco-funk hits "Got to Give It Up" and "A Funky Space Reincarnation", to his duet hits with Tammi Terrell including "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and "Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing", in which Gaye re-interpolated the songs as a somber tribute to Terrell, who died over a decade before, to sixties Motown classics such as "I'll Be Doggone", "Ain't That Peculiar", "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" and "I Heard It through the Grapevine", to seventies standards such as "What's Going On", "Trouble Man" and "Let's Get It On". The Montreux set was later released as a CD/DVD in 2003.

Northern Soul: Living for the Weekend is a documentary film that provides a detailed account of the Northern Soul movement, which emerged in Northern England during the 1970s. Focusing on the various underground dance clubs and the passionate followers of the genre, the film explores the influence of Motown and rhythm-and-blues on the youth culture of that time. With a backdrop of soulful music and energetic dance routines, it captures the essence of a vibrant subculture that cherished and celebrated soul music.