Movies like Amazing Grace

Though set in a different era, The Help also tackles issues of racial inequality and provides a poignant look at the struggles faced by African Americans. Fans of Amazing Grace will appreciate the strong characters and the emotional depth woven throughout The Help.

Based on the true story of Solomon Northup, a free Black man who was kidnapped and sold into slavery, this powerful movie showcases the reality of slavery's brutality. Fans of Amazing Grace's historical context and its exploration of human dignity will be moved by 12 Years a Slave.

Glory tells the inspiring story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, the Union Army's second African-American regiment in the American Civil War. Those drawn to Amazing Grace's narrative of abolition and justice would admire the powerful depiction of unity and sacrifice in Glory.

Steven Spielberg's Lincoln, which focuses on President Abraham Lincoln's efforts to pass the 13th Amendment to abolish slavery, offers a similar historical significance and moral weight as Amazing Grace, with compelling performances and a focus on a pivotal time in American history.

Selma portrays the struggle for civil rights in the United States and the historic march from Selma to Montgomery led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Those who appreciate Amazing Grace for its portrayal of important historical moments and fights for justice will find Selma resonating on the same frequencies.

While set in a contemporary classroom, Freedom Writers connects with Amazing Grace through its inspirational story of empowerment, hope, and the transformative impact of education on marginalized communities.

This biographical film about the extraordinary life of Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery and went on to help free hundreds of others, delves into themes of freedom and human rights. Anyone inspired by the abolitionist efforts depicted in Amazing Grace will find Harriet's courageous journey equally compelling.

Cry Freedom focuses on the true story of South African activist Steve Biko and journalist Donald Woods. It addresses themes of racial discrimination and social injustice, which echo the sentiments found in Amazing Grace around the fight for equality.