The best Will Smith’s documentary movies

Will Smith

Will Smith

25/09/1968 (55 años)
Willard Christopher "Will" Smith, Jr. (born September 25, 1968) is an American actor, film producer and pop rapper. He has enjoyed success in music, television and film. In April 2007, Newsweek called him the most powerful actor on the planet. Smith has been nominated for four Golden Globe Awards, two Academy Awards, and has won multiple Grammy Awards. In the late 1980s, Smith achieved modest fame as a rapper under the name The Fresh Prince. In 1990, his popularity increased dramatically when he starred in the popular television series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. The show ran for nearly six years (1990–1996) on NBC and has been syndicated consistently on various networks since then. In the mid-1990s, Smith transitioned from television to film, and ultimately starred in numerous blockbuster films that received broad box office success. In fact, he is the only actor in history to have eight consecutive films gross over $100 million in the domestic box office as well as being the only actor to have eight consecutive films in which he starred open at the #1 spot in the domestic box office tally. Fourteen of the 19 fiction films he has acted in have accumulated worldwide gross earnings of over $100 million, and 4 of them took in over $500 million in global box office receipts. His most financially successful films have been Bad Boys, Bad Boys II, Independence Day, Men in Black, Men in Black II, I, Robot, The Pursuit of Happyness, I Am Legend, Hancock, Wild Wild West, Enemy of the State, Shark Tale, Hitch, and Seven Pounds. He also earned critical praise for his performances in Six Degrees of Separation, Ali, and The Pursuit of Happyness, receiving Best Actor Oscar nominations for the latter two.
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Dads

Dads
6.9/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 06/09/2019
  • Character: Himself
A joyful exploration of modern fatherhood, this doc gathers the testimonies of dads around the world, from famous comedians to everyday parents. Their unfiltered stories speak to the beauty, struggles, and ridiculous hilarity of being a dad today.

Quincy

Quincy
7.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 21/09/2018
  • Character: Self
An intimate look into the life of icon Quincy Jones. A unique force in music and popular culture for 70 years, Jones has transcended racial and cultural boundaries; his story is inextricably woven into the fabric of America.

After Earth: A Father's Legacy

After Earth: A Father's Legacy
This is a featurette with some behind-the-scenes footage of Will Smith and Jaden Smith on-set

DC Films Presents Dawn of the Justice League

DC Films Presents Dawn of the Justice League
7.4/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 19/01/2016
  • Character: Himself
A documentary special taking a look at the upcoming films making up the DC Universe. Kevin Smith hosts with Geoff Johns, as they take a look at Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice, Suicide Squad, the upcoming Wonder Woman and Justice League movies.

Howard

Howard
7.5/10
Though legendary lyricist Howard Ashman died far too young, his impact on Broadway, movies, and the culture at large were incalculable. Told entirely through rare archival footage and interviews with Ashman’s family, friends, associates, and longtime partner Bill Lauch, Howard is an intimate tribute to a once-in-a-generation talent and a rousing celebration of musical storytelling itself.

Live 8

Live 8
7.7/10
On 2 July 2005 an estimated 3 billion people came together in the fight against extreme poverty. LIVE 8 - 10 concerts featuring over 1000 musicians from across the globe - asked people not for their money, but for their voice.

David Blaine: Real or Magic

David Blaine: Real or Magic
7.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 19/11/2013
  • Character: Himself
David Blaine's signature brand of street magic mystifies the most recognisable celebrities in the world, such as Jamie Foxx, Bryan Cranston, Aaron Paul, Ricky Gervais, Katy Perry, Woody Allen, and Robert DeNiro, to name a few. He goes to the homes of Kanye West and Harrison Ford, Will Smith and Olivia Wilde. He pays a visit to Stephen Hawking at his office in Cambridge University. Blaine also travels the world, astonishing people from all walks of life with never-before seen, inconceivable magic.

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion Special

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion Special
8.1/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 18/11/2020
  • Character: Self
Join Will Smith, Tatyana Ali, Karyn Parsons, Joseph Marcell, Daphne Maxwell Reid, Alfonso Ribeiro and DJ Jazzy Jeff, for a funny and heartfelt night full of music and dancing in honor of the show that ran for six seasons and 148 episodes.

The Making of 'Independence Day'

The Making of 'Independence Day'
5.5/10
We take a look at various fields of development for the motion picture, Independence Day (1996). Jeff Goldblum is our guide through 'Area ID4' (a rip-off name of Area 51). He pretends to creep around and give us "secret" information about the film. There is also interviews with the cast and crew, and some other behind the scenes stuff that is only there to impress you, and to make you want to go see the film.

Metamorphosis of 'Men in Black'

Metamorphosis of 'Men in Black'
6.2/10
An in-depth look into the creation of the special effects for the film Men in Black (1997). Various interviews with the cast and filmmakers and a look at the pre-rendered SFX from ILM and Rick Baker. Also a look at storyboards and information about the change of the script during production.

The Earth Day Special

The Earth Day Special
5.8/10
The Earth Day Special is a television special revolving around Earth Day that aired on ABC on April 22, 1990. Sponsored by Time Warner, the two hour special featured an all-star cast addressing concerns about global warming, deforestation, and other environmental ills.

Design in Motion: The Look of 'Men in Black II'

Design in Motion: The Look of 'Men in Black II'
5.4/10
A look at the art direction of Men in Black II (2002)

It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'

It's a Whole New West: The Making of 'Wild, Wild West'
6.7/10
This is a promotional behind the scenes featurette that originally appeared on HBO. A lot of the usual interviews and behind-the-scenes clips, but enjoyably, there are a few shots that look at how the FX were filmed.

National Museum of African American History and Culture Grand Opening Ceremony

National Museum of African American History and Culture Grand Opening Ceremony
The grand opening dedication ceremony of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Star Wars: Greatest Moments

Star Wars: Greatest Moments
6.3/10
Alex Zane counts down the top 20 Star Wars moments as voted by the public. Includes contributions from famous fans as well as the stars and crew of the intergalactic saga.

A Man's Story

A Man's Story
6.3/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 08/10/2011
  • Character: Himself
Documentary about British fashion designer Ozwald Boateng.

The Making of Men in Black

The Making of Men in Black
Behind the scenes of Men in Black (1997)

David Blaine: Ascension

David Blaine: Ascension
4.9/10
David Blaine will redefine magic once again for an unprecedented live event at a time when the world could use a positive distraction.

After Earth: 1,000 Years in 300 Seconds

After Earth: 1,000 Years in 300 Seconds
Shows Behind-the-Scenes footage compiled into a montage video clip set to music, with no dialogue.

Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special

Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Special
7.2/10
Celebration of Disneyland's 35th Anniversary

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