11 Movies and Shows to Watch in Honor of Women’s History Month

Between strong television personalities, accomplished athletes, award-winning actresses, bestselling authors, and the imaginative creators bringing their stories to life, there’s no shortage of content to honor women who run the world and dominate the screen on Peacock during Women’s History Month.

1. Apples Never Fall (2024)

Based on the bestselling book by Liane Moriarty, Apples Never Fall is a suspenseful tale about the Delaneys, a family of former competitive tennis players whose matriarch one day goes missing. Their seemingly perfect family is turned upside-down as they seek answers, and the Delaney children begin to question everything they know about their parents. Stream the new Peacock Original March 14.

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2. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (2010-)

A staple to the Bravo-sphere for over a decade, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills follows the lavish lives of a group of women living in the historic suburb of Los Angeles. From life in stunning mansions to everyday drama amongst friends and frenemies, catch up on all 13 seasons of the hit Real Housewives franchise.

Stream The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

 3. We Are Lady Parts (2021-)

The brainchild of writer and director Nida Manzoor, this British comedy centers around a Muslim female punk band, Lady Parts, on a mission to secure a lead guitarist and a proper gig. The band recruits Amina, a timid PhD student and gifted guitarist who is actively searching for love. The band bargains to set her up on a date if she auditions with them, leading to new friendships, relationships, and navigating cultural differences among the group.

Stream We Are Lady Parts.

4. Law & Order: SVU (1999-)

One of several spin-offs of the iconic crime series, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is a legend in its own right. The detectives of the Special Victims Unit investigate and prosecute sexually based crimes, with fan-favorite detective Olivia Benson leading the charge of powerful women fighting for justice. The impressive 25 seasons are available to binge now.

Stream Law & Order: SVU.

5. New Girl (2011-2018)

After finding her boyfriend cheating on her, bubbly schoolteacher Jess moves into a Los Angeles loft with three single guys seeking a roommate on Craigslist. Despite her quirks, Jess quickly wins their favor with her fiercely loyal friendship and a little bit of romance with one of her roomies along the way. Giggle your way through all seven seasons.

Stream New Girl.

6. Parks and Recreation (2009-2015)

Creators of The Office Greg Daniels and Michael Schur teamed up again on this political satire mockumentary in which small-town civil servant Leslie Knope has big dreams to improve her community while seeking to advance her political career. Gather up your gal pals in honor of the origin of Galentine’s Day and watch this witty series.

Stream Parks and Recreation.

7. Pretty Woman (1990)

Renowned actress Julia Roberts stars in this iconic romantic comedy with Richard Gere as a wealthy businessman who finds himself falling for a sex worker while on a business trip to Los Angeles. The two spark a romance when he asks her to spend the week and accompany him to various events as they try to bridge the gap between their vastly different worlds. Stream the film throughout the month of March.

Stream Pretty Woman.

8. Earnin' It: The NFL's Forward Progress (2022)

Narrated by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Ciara, this docuseries gives an inside look at the trailblazing women who have begun to change the game in the male-dominated National Football League, both on and off the field. From the sidelines to the front office, these powerhouses prove that there’s nothing they — and women around the world dreaming of breaking social barriers — can’t do.

Stream Earnin' It: The NFL's Forward Progress.

9. Golden: The Journey of USA's Elite Gymnasts (2021)

This six-part docuseries follows five elite female gymnasts on their journey to Olympic trials ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Games. Laurie Hernandez, Morgan Hurd, Sunisa Lee, Konnor McClain, and MyKayla Skinner give viewers a glimpse of what it takes to compete among the best in the world with their immense passion and dedication to the sport.

Stream Golden: The Journey of USA's Elite Gymnasts.

10. The Culture Is: Black Women (2022)

The inaugural episode of a four-part special celebrating women of color features a group of successful Black women from various industries having an important conversation on race, culture, and sisterhood. Over dinner in Harlem, MSNBC hosts Joy Reid and Tiffany Cross lead the discussion with women ranging from a Congresswoman, a retired US Navy Captain, a New York Times Journalist, a founder of the Me Too Movement, and more sharing their experience and how they help shape the culture today.

Stream The Culture Is: Black Women.

11. Crazy Rich Asians (2018)

Based on the global bestselling novel, this modern rom-com follows New Yorker Rachel Chu as she accompanies her boyfriend to a wedding in Singapore where his family lives. Rachel quickly learns that the family is basically Singapore royalty and that her boyfriend is one of the most eligible bachelors in town, forcing her to compete with jealous women, odd relatives, and one disapproving mother.  ​​​​​​Stream Crazy Rich Asians March 6 on Peacock.

Watch an old favorite or start something new to honor Women’s History Month with these top movies and shows and a whole lot more in Peacock’s Female-Driven Movies & TV Shows Collection.