Kurtis Blow

Acting

Kurtis Blow

Born 1959-08-09 · New York City, New York, USA

Acting credits

Beastie Boys Story poster
7.5

Here's a little story they're about to tell... Mike Diamond and Adam Horovitz share the story of their band and 40 years of friendship in a live documentary experience directed by friend, collaborator, and their former grandfather, Spike Jonze.

Beastie Boys Story

2020

Krush Groove poster
6.4

Russell Walker is a young, successful manager of rap performers, handling acts for the Krush Groove label, including Run-DMC and The Fat Boys. When Run-D.M.C. has a hit record and Russell needs more money to press more copies, he borrows it from a street hustler and soon regrets his decision.

Krush Groove

1985

The Hip Hop Nutcracker poster
5.3

Features Rev Run as he brings audiences on a hip-hop reimagining of The Nutcracker ballet set in NYC.

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

2022

The Making of Sun City poster
9.5

Documentary Chronicling the making of Artists United Against Apartheid “Sun City”

The Making of Sun City

1985

In Dark Places poster
4.7

A vengeful woman lures her half brother into a game that may leave her the sole heir to their abusive father's fortune.

In Dark Places

1997

The Show poster
7.2

A documentary about the culture of hip-hop. Through interviews with some of hip-hops biggest names, the film makers attempt to find out why it has become so popular.

The Show

1995

Groove Street poster
NR

Old meets new when a dance instructor takes on a group of kids from the streets. They have a new style of dance but need the old school technique. Caught up in a world of drug lords and thugs, it is difficult for the young dancers to not be sucked back in to their former lifestyle. If they can rise to the challenge it will be an Evolution.

Groove Street

2018

Knights of the City poster
5.2

A street Gang that is also a rap group tries to get a record contract.

Knights of the City

1986

Disco: Spinning The Story poster
6.8

Hosted by the one and only Disco Diva, Gloria Gaynor, "Disco: Spinning the Story" takes a comprehensive look at the evolution of the music that defined the 70's. From the recording studios to the dance floors, "Disco: Spinning the Story" examines the phenomenon in a way it has never been told before. Hear funk pioneer George Clinton, Donna Summer producer Giorgio Moroder, Nile Rodgers of Chic, Earl Young of the Trammps, hip-hop icon Kurtis Blow, remix legend Tom Moulton, "Saturday Night Fever" actress, Karen Lynn Gorney and even Bob Weir of The Grateful Dead talk about the roots of Disco, how it emerged, and how it has influenced music ever since. Included are vintage performance highlights from Donna Summer, KC & The Sunshine Band, Bee Gees, Chic, Gloria Gaynor, Rose Royce, Labelle, Hues Corporation and many more.

Disco: Spinning The Story

2005

G-Funk poster
6.8

G-Funk is the untold story of three childhood friends from East Long Beach who helped commercialize hip hop by developing a sophisticated and melodic new approach – merging Gangsta Rap with elements of Motown, Funk, and R&B.

G-Funk

2017

N.W.A.: Not Without Alonzo poster
NR

Chronicles the origins and evolution of West Coast hip-hop through the life and influence of Alonzo "Lonzo" Williams. Known as the "Godfather of West Coast Hip-Hop," Lonzo’s journey began in 1976 as a young DJ, and over the years, he emerged as one of the most pivotal figures in the genre, discovering legendary artists like Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, and many others who went on to revolutionize music.

N.W.A.: Not Without Alonzo

2025

A Very BET Christmas poster
NR

R&B stars (and starlets) lend their vocals to many treasured yuletide tunes, and even share a few originals.

A Very BET Christmas

2011

Il segreto del giaguaro poster
4.8

‘Romano de Roma’, incurable ‘70s maniac and born optimist, er Piotta alias “the Jaguar” has his headquarters in a bar near Piazza Vittorio, a meeting point for bizarre characters of various generations. Every now and then, some strange event interrupts the routine, while the Jaguar imparts lessons in life and conquest...

Il segreto del giaguaro

2000

No artwork available
NR

No synopsis available yet.

White Lines and the Fever: The Death of DJ Junebug

2010

Eve After Dark poster
NR

From Super Bowl LVI recognition to ushering in the rap group N.W.A, Eve After Dark explores the legacy of the first hip-hop club on the West Coast.

Eve After Dark

2023