Movies like Black Belt Jones

Shaft, another iconic film from the blaxploitation era, offers a suave and tough private detective who becomes entangled in the criminal underworld, much like the protagonist of Black Belt Jones. Viewers looking for more slick action and cool characters in a similar cultural milieu will be right at home.

The Last Dragon is a martial arts movie that meshes the blaxploitation and kung fu genres, highlighting a young martial artist on a quest for self-improvement and love. It features vibrant characters and energetic fight scenes that will resonate with fans of Black Belt Jones.

Foxy Brown is a cult classic featuring Pam Grier as the vengeful heroine. The film shares the blaxploitation spirit with Black Belt Jones and delivers on the promise of strong characters defying odds with style and action, making it a perfect follow-up for genre enthusiasts.

With Rudy Ray Moore's unforgettable performance, Dolemite offers up a resoundingly comedic take on the blaxploitation genre. Like Black Belt Jones, it combines action, humour, and a street-smart attitude, creating a film that fans of the latter are likely to find highly entertaining.