Movies About Musicians

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Hollywood loves making movies about musicians -- maybe it's the built-in soundtrack potential! Whatever the reason, musicians' stories are often both entertaining and inspiring. This list is full of well-acted biopics and dramas about musicians' lives, eye-opening documentaries about the struggles of being a performer, and toe-tapping concert movies featuring your kids' favorite stars. From the Beatles to Beyoncé, your ears are in for a treat with these great movies. For more sing-along stories, try our list of Musicals for Kids. Or if you want less story and even more music, try our list of immersive Concert Movies.