Shows similar to The Get Down

While this show is not centered on music, The Wire's gritty, nuanced portrayal of urban life in Baltimore may attract viewers who appreciated the socio-political context and character depth of The Get Down.

Power revolves around a nightclub owner living a double life in the drug trade and suggests the same gritty New York atmosphere as The Get Down. The show's mix of crime, drama, and a complex protagonist echoes the hardships and ambitions seen in The Get Down.

Empire offers a captivating look into the world of hip-hop music and entertainment, much like The Get Down. It's rich with family drama, power struggles, and an insight into the music industry, sure to appeal to viewers who enjoyed the musical roots and narrative of The Get Down.

Set in the ballroom culture of the late '80s and early '90s, Pose delves into the lives of LGBTQ characters and their battles for acceptance, paralleling The Get Down's exploration of marginalised communities and their forms of expression through music and dance.