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Actor, rapper, and film producer Will Smith is one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood. After first gaining recognition as part of a hip-hop duo with DJ Jazzy Jeff, Will made his acting debut in the 1990s sitcom ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.’ The show became wildly popular, opening up his pathway to Hollywood. With closely followed commercial successes, leading both franchises and independent films such as ‘Bad Boys,’ ‘Men in Black,’ ‘Independence Day,’ and ‘Enemy of the State,’ Will cemented his place in Tinseltown. While his acting ability was never in question, his wide-ranging performances reinforced him as an acting institution. If you’re looking for more of his works on Netflix, the following list is perfect for you.
4. Amend: The Fight for America (2021)
‘Amend: The Fight for America’ is a docuseries that explores the history of America through the lens of equal rights and the right to justice, specifically the 14th Amendment. Hosted by Smith and many other personalities, the series turns back time, delving into the history of discrimination and injustice, which led to the signing of the amendment and the extent to which it still functions. Using archive footage, animation, and interviews with knowledgeable people, the series becomes a chapter in US history, educating the viewers on America’s strained relationship with its marginalized people, who have fought and sacrificed to call themselves Americans. Acclaimed actors breathe life into the speeches and writings of key historical figures, making it a captivating show not just for Americans but also for all those who believe in justice and equality. ‘Amend: The Fight for America’ can be streamed here.
3. Concussion (2015)
Smith plays forensic pathologist Bennet Omalu, who took on the National Football League (NFL) to tell the truth about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disease caused by repeated blows to the head, a common thing in professional football players, many of whom have lost their lives due to it. Upon examining the brain of dead Hall of Famer Mike Webster, he finds signs of neurotrauma and terms the disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). However, his discovery is dismissed by the NFL, which threatens him with deportation and imprisonment. How Omalu navigates the offense by the NFL and pushes the truth out for everyone to see forms the premise of the biographical sports drama. ‘Concussion’ is directed by Peter Landesman and is based on Jeanne Marie Laskas’s GQ exposé “Game Brain.” The cast also includes Alec Baldwin, David Morse, Albert Brooks, and Gugu Mbatha-Raw. You can watch ‘Concussion’ here.
2. Bright (2017)
‘Bright’ by David Ayer is set in an alternate reality where humans and mythical beings, such as orcs, elves, and fairies, co-exist on present-day Earth. While the practice of magic is illegal, it is very much real. Magic wands also exist, but only selected individuals called “Brights” can wield them without dying. Will Smith stars as Daryl Ward, a veteran police officer in Los Angeles who gets partnered with Nick Jakoby, the first orc cop in the history of the US. The latter is mistrusted by the department, including Daryl. However, when they come across a young female elf carrying a wand, the duo puts their differences aside to protect her and the relic, which has the potential to wreak havoc in the wrong hands. Watch the urban fantasy action film on Netflix.
1. Hitch (2005)
Smith features as “date doctor” Alex “Hitch” Hitchens, who helps men woo the women of their dreams. However, his talents are put to the test when he meets the clumsy Albert Brennaman (Kevin James), who has fallen in love with his company’s client, Allegra Cole (Amber Valletta), who is a celebrity. Hitch himself falls for a columnist named Sara Melas (Eva Mendes), whom none of his “strategies” seem to work on. When Hitch’s profession takes a hit due to an expose, the lives of these four interconnect in a hilarious manner. ‘Hitch’ is directed by Andy Tennant. It can be streamed here.
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