Pacumentaries
Documentaries about Tupac Shakur. In order to qualify for this list, Tupac needs to be the main focus of the movie, or at the very least a prominent subplot in the movie. Sometimes it's a judgement call.
In at least a couple of cases, I included titles that aren't documentaries at all, rather they are actors portraying Tupac in dramatic roles, as noted, which I included at the bottom of the list for good measure.
Also found mixed in at the bottom are documentary TV shows in which Tupac was the focus for an episode.
I listed them in chronological order. The quality varies, they can't all be winners.
Finally, if you know of any others not listed here, let me know so I can update the list.
In at least a couple of cases, I included titles that aren't documentaries at all, rather they are actors portraying Tupac in dramatic roles, as noted, which I included at the bottom of the list for good measure.
Also found mixed in at the bottom are documentary TV shows in which Tupac was the focus for an episode.
I listed them in chronological order. The quality varies, they can't all be winners.
Finally, if you know of any others not listed here, let me know so I can update the list.
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- StarsTupac ShakurSuge KnightExclusive pieces of footage featuring Tupac Shakur are shown in this documentary.
- DirectorSean LongStarsTupac ShakurFrank AlexanderMichael Eric DysonA look back on Tupac's final years through the eyes of Rap legends "Eazy-E", Russell Simmons and Tupac's personal bodyguard, Frank Alexander. Featuring never-before-seen footage.
- DirectorS. Leigh SavidgeJeff ScheftelStarsFrank AlexanderSam Gideon AnsonWilliam J. BennettThe true story of the rise and fall of Death Row Records.
- DirectorPeter SpirerStarsAnthony 'Treach' CrissDavey DMichael Eric DysonDocumentary examining the politics, music, and life of Tupac Shakur.
- DirectorNick BroomfieldStarsThe Notorious B.I.G.Tupac ShakurNick BroomfieldDocumentary on the deaths of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls and the East Coast/West Coast, hip-hop/rap rivalry that culminated in late 1996 and early 1997.
- DirectorTodd WilliamsStarsCrooked IIce CubeDJ QuikWest Coast Rap has become the dominant form of music in America. It has grown from the mean streets of Compton, South Central, and Long Beach to the main streets of middle America. "Tha Westside" details West Coast Rap's notorious past, present, and future, through never-before-seen footage and interviews with the West Coast's most influential music pioneers. With rare looks into the lives of Tupac and Snoop Dogg, leaders of the West Coast Rap scene, this is an important chronicle in the history of music.
- DirectorLauren LazinStarsTupac ShakurRappin' 4-TayConrad BainHome movies, photographs, and recited poetry illustrate the life of Tupac Shakur, one of the most beloved, revolutionary, and volatile hip-hop M.Cs. of all time.
- DirectorPeter SpirerStarsVing Rhames50 CentKevin AndersonA documentary on the evolution of MC battles from verbal one-upmanship to street warfare.
- DirectorJay Lee ThomasStarsBizzy BoneKRS-OneTupac ShakurHeartfelt interviews from his peers, behind the scenes footage, and concert clips show the side of Tupac that was far beyond the "thug" of the evening newscasts, the man who has become a cultural icon.
- DirectorKen PetersStarsTupac ShakurTupac Shakur remains a controversial and misunderstood figure long after the shooting that ended his life. Featuring an in-depth, never before seen 1995 interview, rare footage and stills, interviews from manager Leila Steinberg and more.
- StarsTim FriedlanderDocumentary of the life and times of Tupac.
- StarsYaasmyn FulaYafeu FulaSardar KhanThis film release captures the raw excitement of Tupac on stage, together with Snoop Dogg, and the Doggpound, this is definitely not one for the faint hearted.
- DirectorJulie DoleStarsTupac Shakur
- DirectorKevin EppsStarsMistah F.A.B.Herm LewisMessy Marv
- DirectorRichard BondStarsCathy ScottBrent BeckerDonald Erath Jr.2pac: Assassination [Conspiracy or Revenge] documents the fateful night the hip-hop star was gunned down. The filmmakers sit down with key figures who never spoke to police during the course of an investigation that is shown to have been lacking in thoroughness.
- DirectorPatrick HeaphyKen PetersFeaturing an uncut and never-before-seen interview at the Clinton Correctional Facility, TUPAC SHAKUR UNCENSORED AND UNCUT-THE LOST PRISON TAPES presents a raw look into Tupac's world, as the rapper riffs on topics ranging from his involvement with gangs.
- DirectorQuincy Jones IIIStarsHurt M. BaddMutah Napoleon BealeNikki GiovanniThe story of the most real MC to ever grace the earth.
- DirectorMike DorseyStarsImari WilliamsGreg KadingFrank AlexanderThe inside story behind the Biggie and Tupac murder investigations is laid bare using police case files, taped confessions never before shown on film, and interviews with lead detective Greg Kading and other witnesses.
- DirectorArtie MandelbergStarsRomany MalcoTangi MillerRoyale WatkinsThis film is an unbiased look into the rise and fall of late 80's and early 90's rap superstar MC Hammer. It begins showing Hammer as a ball boy for his hometown Oakland Athletics, and ends with his departure from Death Row Records. It delves deep into the ruthless dirty business of record companies and dirty sanchez's. The most moving scene in the film is when Hammer drops a deuce in the pool at a Death Row event.Not a documentary. This is a made for TV movie about MC Hammer starring Romany Malco (the guy from 40 Year Old Virgin) as Hammer and Lamont Bentley as Tupac.
