Is the TV show Hip Hop Evolution available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime or Apple TV+?

At Stream Tracker, we dig into where to catch the shows that changed culture — starting with Hip Hop Evolution (2016). This documentary series traces the birth of hip-hop from Bronx house parties and block jams to the rise of MCs, DJs, breakbeats, graffiti and turntable innovation, told through first‑hand testimonies and archival beats. Hosted by Shad, the series has earned critical praise and picked up awards, including Canadian Screen Awards. In this article we'll break down whether Hip Hop Evolution is streaming on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video or AppleTV+ so you can know exactly where to press play.

Synopsis

From cramped block parties and crowded rec rooms to spontaneous gatherings in Bronx parks, a fresh musical language took shape—and from those grassroots moments sprang a global movement that reshaped music, dance, fashion, everyday speech and even political expression. This series follows hip‑hop’s journey back to those humble neighborhood origins, spotlighting the DJs, MCs, dancers and communities who turned local celebrations into a worldwide cultural force.

Release date

2016

Seasons / Episodes

4s / 16ep

Total duration

13h 20min

Rating

Country

Canada

Genre(s)

Documentaire, Musique

Creator(s)

Darby Wheeler

Cast

Grandmaster Flash Afrika Bambaataa Ice-T Ice Cube Shad Pharrell Williams J Dilla