8 Best True-Story Movies of 2024 (So Far)

Bob Marley: One Love

You might know Bob Marley’s story, but you’ve never seen it like this. Bob Marley: One Love, which stars Kingsley Ben-Adir as the reggae pioneer, weaves through Marley’s remarkable career—from his humble beginnings to global superstardom.

Watch on MGM+

Shirley

The eponymous trailblazer of the film is Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to run for president. As Chisholm, Regina King masterfully depicts her history-making campaign. This is a story of endurance, triumph, and immense courage.

Watch on Netflix

Arthur the King

Remember Air Bud? He’s got nothing on Arthur—a scrappy pup who finds a new owner amid astonishing circumstances. When Michael Light, an adventure racer, encounters Arthur along the competition trail, he can’t bear to leave him behind. And Arthur doesn’t want to leave Michael, either. Instead, they stick together and embark on a 435-mile race through the Dominican Republic.

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

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The Beautiful Game

The Beautiful Game is inspired by the true story of the Homeless World Cup Soccer Tournament. The film stars Bill Nighy (not to be confused with the science guy!) as Mal, the manager of England’s football team for the unhoused. When the players make it to the championship game in Rome, Mal recruits Vinny, a skilled striker and their new secret weapon.

Watch on Netflix

Scoop

In Scoop, Rufus Sewell is entirely unrecognizable as Prince Andrew. The film spotlights the Duke of York’s landmark interview with BBC Newsnight, which interrogated him on his ties to Jeffery Epstein and shocking sexual-abuse allegations. The real interview took place in 2019—and Netflix’s re-creation is eerily similar.

Watch on Netflix

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Unfrosted

Have you ever wondered who created the glorious Pop-Tart? Well, buckle up, because you’re about to find out. Unfrosted takes us back to 1963, when cereal rivals Kellogg and Post competed to make the best breakfast treat on the market. Come for the sugary showdown and stay for raucous appearances by the likes of Jerry Seinfeld, Melissa McCarthy, and Hugh Grant.

Watch on Netflix

Back to Black

Back to Black chronicles Amy Winehouse’s historic career, honing in on her marriage to Blake Fielder-Civil. For those who don’t know, their relationship inspired her record Back to Black, which sold more than 16 million copies worldwide and led to the singer’s tragic downfall.

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

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