Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows With Lee Daniels

1. BoJack Horseman (2014–2020)

TV-MA | 25 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama

BoJack Horseman was the star of the hit television show "Horsin' Around" in the '80s and '90s, but now he's washed up, living in Hollywood, complaining about everything, and wearing colorful sweaters.

Stars: Will Arnett, Amy Sedaris, Alison Brie, Aaron Paul

Votes: 189,935

2. Empire (2015– )

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Music

A hip-hop mogul must choose a successor among his three sons who are battling for control over his multi-million dollar company, while his ex-wife schemes to reclaim what is hers.

Stars: Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Jussie Smollett, Bryshere Y. Gray

Votes: 41,136

3. Precious (II) (2009)

R | 110 min | Drama

In New York City's Harlem circa 1987, an overweight, abused, illiterate teen who is pregnant with her second child is invited to enroll in an alternative school in hopes that she can re-route her life in a better direction.

Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Gabourey Sidibe, Mo'Nique, Paula Patton, Mariah Carey

Votes: 116,422 | Gross: $47.57M

4. The Paperboy (2012)

R | 107 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate.

Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Nicole Kidman, John Cusack, Zac Efron

Votes: 39,746 | Gross: $0.69M

5. Monster's Ball (2001)

R | 111 min | Drama, Romance

After a family tragedy, a racist prison guard re-examines his attitudes while falling in love with the African-American wife of the last prisoner he executed.

Director: Marc Forster | Stars: Billy Bob Thornton, Halle Berry, Taylor Simpson, Gabrielle Witcher

Votes: 94,220 | Gross: $31.27M

6. The Daily Show (1996– )

TV-14 | 22 min | Comedy, News, Talk-Show

A comedy news show featuring humorous takes on top stories.

Stars: Jon Stewart, Trevor Noah, Stephen Colbert, Roy Wood Jr.

Votes: 48,236

7. Star (2016–2019)

TV-14 | 42 min | Drama, Music, Musical

A trio of women form a musical group in Atlanta.

Stars: Jude Demorest, Brittany O'Grady, Ryan Destiny, Amiyah Scott

Votes: 5,108

8. Purple Rain (1984)

R | 111 min | Drama, Music, Romance

A young musician, tormented by an abusive situation at home, must contend with a rival singer, a burgeoning romance, and his own dissatisfied band, as his star begins to rise.

Director: Albert Magnoli | Stars: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos

Votes: 23,890 | Gross: $68.39M

9. The Wonder Years (2021–2023)

TV-PG | 21 min | Comedy, Drama, Family

A man recalls his experiences growing up in Montgomery, Alabama during the late 1960s.

Stars: Elisha Williams, Dulé Hill, Saycon Sengbloh, Laura Kariuki

Votes: 5,596

10. The Butler (I) (2013)

PG-13 | 132 min | Biography, Drama

As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man's life, family, and American society.

Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Forest Whitaker, Oprah Winfrey, John Cusack, Jane Fonda

Votes: 119,865 | Gross: $116.63M

11. The View (1997– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Talk-Show

Five women with very different outlooks on politics, Hollywood and its stars, and current events discuss these and other divisive topics of the day. Originated by Barbara Walters and currently led by longtime host, Whoopi Goldberg.

Stars: Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Virginia Hamilton, Sunny Hostin

Votes: 9,514

12. Above Suspicion (2019)

R | 104 min | Action, Biography, Crime

The true-crime story leading to the first-ever conviction of an F.B.I. Agent for murder.

Director: Phillip Noyce | Stars: Emilia Clarke, Jack Huston, Sophie Lowe, Johnny Knoxville

Votes: 8,669

13. IMDb on the Scene - Interviews (2017– )

Not Rated | Talk-Show

IMDb takes you on the scene in interviews with the cast and filmmakers of upcoming films.

Stars: Alex Logan, Bret Federigan, Albert Lawrence, Ian de Borja

Votes: 648

14. The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015– )

TV-PG | 41 min | Comedy, Talk-Show

Stephen Colbert took over as host, executive producer and writer of THE LATE SHOW on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015. The comedy-variety-talk show is broadcast five nights a week from the Ed Sullivan theater in New York.

Stars: Stephen Colbert, Stay Human, Jon Batiste, Jen Spyra

Votes: 14,942

15. The Woodsman (2004)

R | 87 min | Drama

A child molester returns to his hometown after 12 years in prison and attempts to start a new life.

Director: Nicole Kassell | Stars: Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Yasiin Bey, David Alan Grier

Votes: 35,437 | Gross: $0.04M

16. The Drew Barrymore Show (2020– )

TV-G | 60 min | News, Talk-Show

Drew Barrymore presents human-interest stories, celebrity guests, lifestyle segments and field pieces, all driven by her infectious brand of humor and optimism.

Stars: Drew Barrymore, Ross Mathews, Pilar Valdes, Mikel Welch

Votes: 1,033

17. The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021)

R | 126 min | Biography, Drama, Music

Follows Holiday during her career as she is targeted by the Federal Department of Narcotics with an undercover sting operation led by black Federal Agent Jimmy Fletcher, with whom she has a tumultuous affair.

Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Andra Day, Trevante Rhodes, Garrett Hedlund, Natasha Lyonne

Votes: 14,708

18. The Ms. Pat Show (2021– )

TV-MA | 30 min | Comedy, Drama

A woman from Atlanta finds herself in conservative middle America where she lives her life as a reluctant suburban mom.

Stars: Patricia Williams, J. Bernard Calloway, Tami Roman, Briyana Guadalupe

Votes: 1,149

19. Entertainment Tonight (1981– )

30 min | News, Talk-Show

"Entertainment Tonight" is the #1 syndicated entertainment newsmagazine in the world.

Stars: Kevin Frazier, Nischelle Turner, Matt Cohen, Nancy O'Dell

Votes: 2,778

20. Finding Your Roots with Henry Louis Gates, Jr. (2012– )

TV-PG | 53 min | Documentary, Biography, History

Before the popularity of AncestryDNA, journalist and cultural critic Henry Louis Gates, Jr. divulges the family trees of various celebrities, many times with stunning revelations.

Stars: Henry Louis Gates Jr., CeCe Moore, Anita Hill, Ty Burrell

Votes: 1,652

21. Good Morning America (1975– )

TV-G | 120 min | News, Talk-Show

They present the news and information source of the day's topics and journalism.

Stars: Lara Spencer, Ginger Zee, Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos

Votes: 2,039

22. The Reading (I) (2023)

TV-MA | 96 min | Thriller

The story follows Emma as she writes a book in order to cope with a deadly home invasion and now a new terror will be unleashed, after a reading performed in her home.

Director: Courtney Glaude | Stars: Mo'Nique, Chasity Sereal, Denisha Hardeman, Ian Haywood

Votes: 1,877

23. Late Night with Seth Meyers (2014– )

TV-14 | 60 min | Comedy, Talk-Show

Seth Meyers hosts a late-night talk show.

Stars: Seth Meyers, The 8G Band, Fred Armisen, Ben Warheit

Votes: 7,920

24. The Deliverance

Horror, Thriller | Post-production

A family living in a home in Indiana discover strange, demonic occurrences that convince them and the community that the house is a portal to hell.

Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Glenn Close, Omar Epps, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Christina Wren

25. Concrete Cowboy (2020)

R | 111 min | Drama, Western

Sent to live with his estranged father for the summer, a rebellious teen finds kinship in a tight-knit Philadelphia community of Black cowboys.

Director: Ricky Staub | Stars: Idris Elba, Caleb McLaughlin, Lorraine Toussaint, Jharrel Jerome

Votes: 9,801

26. Grand Theft Parsons (2003)

PG-13 | 88 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

A partially fictional account of musician Gram Parsons' death and cremation. After Gram ODs in a desert motel in 1973, his road manager steals Gram's body for a last trip to Joshua Tree.

Director: David Caffrey | Stars: Johnny Knoxville, Christina Applegate, Marley Shelton, Jamie McShane

Votes: 3,795

27. Shadowboxer (2005)

R | 93 min | Action, Crime, Drama

When an assassin is diagnosed with terminal cancer, she decides to carry out one final killing, assisted by her lover and stepson, Mikey.

Director: Lee Daniels | Stars: Cuba Gooding Jr., Helen Mirren, Vanessa Ferlito, Macy Gray

Votes: 6,952 | Gross: $0.37M

28. Our Kind of People (2021–2022)

TV-14 | Drama

A single mom risks it all and moves her family to a vineyard with hopes of taking her natural-hair-care line to the next level by infiltrating the African American elite in Oak Bluffs.

Stars: Yaya DaCosta, Nadine Ellis, Lance Gross, Rhyon Nicole Brown

Votes: 1,723

29. Extra (1994– )

TV-PG | 30 min | News

Extra, a television news updates show on current events in the mass-entertainment business such as movies, TV, music, etc.

Stars: Renee Bargh, Charissa Thompson, Mario Lopez, Billy Bush

Votes: 964

30. The Real (I) (2013–2022)

TV-PG | 42 min | Music, News, Talk-Show

"The Real" is an American talk show, which is hosted by Loni Love, Adrienne Houghton, Jeannie Mai Jenkins, and Garcelle Beauvais.

Stars: Adrienne Houghton, Jeannie Mai Jenkins, Loni Love, Tamera Mowry-Housley

Votes: 1,492

31. CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley (1979– )

TV-PG | 90 min | News, Talk-Show

The news show that does personal interest pieces. Anything from interviews with actors, political figures, athletes, musicians, costume designers, fashion designers, restaurant owners, charity heads, kids with special talents

Stars: Jane Pauley, Charles Osgood, Mo Rocca, Lee Cowan

Votes: 1,075

32. Pimp (2018)

Not Rated | 86 min | Crime, Drama, Romance

An urban love story set on the hard streets of the Bronx. A struggling female Pimp, named Wednesday, grows up learning the game from her dad. Once he's gone she's left to look out for her prostitute mother and girlfriend Nikki.

Director: Christine Crokos | Stars: Keke Palmer, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Vanessa Morgan, Paola Lázaro

Votes: 17,442

33. Tamron Hall (2019–2024)

TV-PG | 60 min | News, Talk-Show

Journalist Tamron Hall hosts in-depth and relatable conversations covering a variety of topics.

Stars: Tamron Hall, Kim Fields, Alfonso Ribeiro, Holly Robinson Peete

Votes: 251

34. Sherri (2022– )

60 min | Talk-Show

Sherri Shepherd, actress, comedian and Emmy Award winner, presents live audiences with a daily dose of pop culture, comedy, conversations and daytime gatherings, including interviews with celebrities and people of interest.

Stars: Sherri Shepherd, Milly Almodovar, Tammy Pescatelli, Luenell

Votes: 147

35. LandLocked (2021)

75 min | Drama, Fantasy, Horror

Summoned to his soon-to-be demolished childhood home, Mason discovers a video camera that can see into the past, driving him to record as many memories as possible before the doomed house is destroyed.

Director: Paul Owens | Stars: Jane Gale, Jeffrey Owens, Mason Owens, Paul Owens

Votes: 155

36. The Oprah Winfrey Show (1986–2011)

TV-PG | 60 min | News, Talk-Show

Oprah Winfrey hosts a live audience talk-show with celebrity guests and discusses daily stories.

Stars: Oprah Winfrey, Nate Berkus, Gayle King, Chris Rock

Votes: 5,442

37. The Wendy Williams Show (2008–2022)

TV-14 | 60 min | Talk-Show

Talk show in which Wendy Williams chats about celebrity gossip and what's new in the entertainment world.

Stars: Wendy Williams, Melissa Garcia, Jason Rooney, Sherri Shepherd

Votes: 1,908

38. The Chew (2011–2018)

TV-PG | 36 min | Talk-Show

Life is celebrated and explored through food.

Stars: Carla Hall, Michael Symon, Clinton Kelly, Mario Batali

Votes: 981

39. The ReidOut (2020– )

60 min | News, Talk-Show

After years as a substitute host, Joy Reid finally gets her own primetime weeknight show on MSNBC. The ReidOut will air Monday through Friday and feature a unique look at the day's top stories.

Stars: Joy-Ann Reid, Jason Johnson, Kurt Bardella, Charlie Sykes

Votes: 488

40. Made in Hollywood (2005– )

TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Talk-Show

"Made In Hollywood" provides an inside look at the new movie and DVD releases, bringing superstar talent and Hollywood magic to you.

Stars: Kylie Erica Mar, Julie L. Harkness, Patrick Stinson, Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay

Votes: 449

41. CBS This Morning (2012– )

120 min | News

A mix of news, features and interviews with notable figures in politics, business and entertainment.

Stars: Gayle King, Norah O'Donnell, Charlie Rose, Anthony Mason

Votes: 716

42. The Spook Who Sat by the Door

Drama | Completed

An African American is hired by the CIA in the late 1960s to train for a high-level mission.

Stars: Lucas Till, Bailey Chase, William R. Moses, Tom Irwin

43. Charlie Rose (1991–2017)

60 min | News, Talk-Show

Charlie Rose interviews noteworthy people in fields including politics and government, business and economics, science and technology, media, sports and the arts.

Stars: Charlie Rose, Mark Halperin, Al Hunt, Thomas Friedman

Votes: 1,170

44. Fox and Friends (1998– )

180 min | News, Talk-Show

A morning news show that includes interviews, features and banter among the hosts.

Stars: Steve Doocy, Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, Janice Dean

Votes: 2,416

45. Janet Jackson. (2022)

TV-14 | 168 min | Documentary, Biography

An intimate and unfiltered look at the untold story of Janet Jackson filmed over the span of three years featuring archival footage, never before seen home videos and star-studded interviews.

Stars: Janet Jackson, Rebbie Jackson, Katherine Jackson, Tito Jackson

Votes: 1,464

46. The Insider (2004–2017)

TV-PG | 30 min | News

The Insider brings you the latest celebrity and entertainment news. The Insider tackles the trending celebrity stories of the day, as well as exclusive interviews and in-depth reporting.

Stars: Keltie Knight, Michael Yo, Louis Aguirre, Debbie Matenopoulos

Votes: 674

47. Kenyatta: Do Not Wait Your Turn (2023)

92 min | Documentary

From Al Roker, this inspiring film follows a self-described "poor, gay, Black man from North Philly" on his historic run for the U.S. Senate. It's about more than taking on the political competition. It's about taking on an entire system.

Director: Timothy Harris | Stars: Malcolm Kenyatta, Matthew Jordan-Miller Kenyatta, John Fetterman, Conor Lamb

Votes: 48

48. Hitsville: The Making of Motown (2019)

TV-14 | 112 min | Documentary, Music

Documentary film that focuses on the period beginning with the birth of Motown in Detroit in 1958 until its relocation to Los Angeles in the early 1970s.

Directors: Ben Turner, Gabe Turner | Stars: Berry Gordy, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, William Stevenson

Votes: 1,795

49. Agnes and His Brothers (2004)

Not Rated | 115 min | Comedy, Drama

This drama focuses on three very different siblings, all searching for happiness. Hans-Jörg is a sex addicted librarian, who is interested in young students. Werner is a successful ... See full summary »

Director: Oskar Roehler | Stars: Martin Weiß, Moritz Bleibtreu, Herbert Knaup, Katja Riemann

Votes: 1,823 | Gross: $0.00M

50. Tennessee (2008)

R | 100 min | Adventure, Comedy, Drama

The story of three people who strive to realize their dreams. Brothers Carter and Ellis set out on a road trip to their childhood home in a desperate search for their estranged father, who may hold the key to their future.

Director: Aaron Woodley | Stars: Adam Rothenberg, Ethan Peck, Mariah Carey, Lance Reddick

Votes: 887 | Gross: $0.02M