# Where to watch In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema (2007) in the UK

> In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema (2007) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Amazon Video or bought from Amazon Video. Last verified on 18 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 2007  
**Runtime:** 59 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 6.5/10  
**Genres:** Documentary  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 18 May 2026 (2026-05-18T09:45:08.790Z)  

## Synopsis

This documentary captures the sounds and images of a nearly forgotten era in film history when African American filmmakers and studios created “race movies” exclusively for black audiences. The best of these films attempted to counter the demeaning stereotypes of black Americans prevalent in the popular culture of the day. About 500 films were produced, yet only about 100 still exist. Filmmaking pioneers like Oscar Micheaux, the Noble brothers, and Spencer Williams, Jr. left a lasting influence on black filmmakers, and inspired generations of audiences who finally saw their own lives reflected on the silver screen.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

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### Free (with ads or TV licence)

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream In the Shadow of Hollywood: Race Movies and the Birth of Black Cinema in the UK?**

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