Craig Brewer
Craig Houston Brewer (born December 6, 1971) is an American filmmaker.
His 2005 movie Hustle & Flow won the Audience Award at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival and achieved commercial success, along with an Academy Award for Best Original Song, “It’s Hard out Here for a Pimp”. He is also known for directing the 2011 remake of Footloose, the 2019 film Dolemite Is My Name and the 2021 film Coming 2 America, the latter two films starring Academy Award nominee Eddie Murphy.
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Craig Brewer Movies
Discover the best movies directed by Craig Brewer. Explore the complete filmography, including critically acclaimed masterpieces, box office hits, and top-rated Craig Brewer films ranked by score.
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Song Sung Blue (2025)
Drama
Music
Romance
Ripped from real life, this drama follows two musicians who have hit hard times and find unexpected second chances through the unlikely vehicle of a Neil Diamond tribute act. What...
Score
7.4
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Coming 2 America (2021)
Comedy
King Akeem of Zamunda has ruled wisely, loved well, and fathered three daughters. There is just one problem: his dying father insists the throne must pass to a male heir....
Score
6.3
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-rated movies directed by Craig Brewer?
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles directed by Craig Brewer are Song Sung Blue and Coming 2 America.
How many movies and TV shows has Craig Brewer directed?
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles directed by Craig Brewer, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
Are the movies directed by Craig Brewer worth watching?
Yes! The overall filmography directed by Craig Brewer maintains a strong average user rating of 6.9 out of 10 across all tracked titles.