Astound Celebrates Women’s History Month
This March, join us in amplifying the extraordinary achievements, unwavering resilience and powerful contributions of women who have created new pathways and helped shape our society. From breaking barriers to championing equality and transforming communities, women continue to inspire change and progress.
Explore Women’s History Month through Film and TV
Explore these shows, movies and documentaries with women at the helm.
TV’s Fierce Women
Immerse yourself in these captivating series, inspired by and spotlighting fearless women.
- Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) – Georgia and her 2 kids search for a fresh start in a small New England town, but quickly find that new beginnings can be challenging.
- Julia (Max) – An intrepid chef brings her signature dishes to living rooms across the country through her series, ‘The French Chef’.
- Under the Bridge (Hulu) – Rebecca Godfrey searches for the story behind Reena’s disappearance, while the local police interrogate the unlikely suspects.
- The Power (Prime Video) – Teenage girls from across the world suddenly discover a supernatural ability that may shift power dynamics.
- The Queen’s Gambit (Netflix) – In a 1950s orphanage, Beth discovers her talent for chess and begins her journey to stardom.
Women’s Empowerment Movies
Watch these films showcasing powerful women in leading roles.
- Woman of the Hour (Netflix) – An aspiring actress (Anna Kendrick) gets cast in a dating game show where she matches with a gentle bachelor hiding a scary secret.
- Upgraded (Prime Video) – An ambitious intern (Camila Mendes) receives a first-class upgrade and unlocks a chain of events, romance and opportunities.
- Suncoast (Hulu) – A loving teen taking care of her brother befriends an activist protesting a landmark medical case.
- Love Lies Bleeding (Max) – A solitary gym manager starts to fall for a female bodybuilder, complicated through the life of organized crime.
- A Family Affair (Netflix) – Zara (Joey King) still lives at home, and now her movie star boss becomes fascinated with her mom (Nicole Kidman).
Inspiring Stories of Groundbreaking Women
Witness the remarkable real-life stories of women who broke barriers and challenged the norm.
- Miss Americana (Netflix) – Taylor Swift harnesses the power of her voice as the songwriter and performer leading this generation.
- Power of the Dream (Prime Video) – These women worked together on and off the court to make a political statement and inspiring one of the most important Senate races in recent years.
- Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge (Hulu) – Learn about the iconic fashion trailblazer behind the famous initials ‘DVF,’ through exclusive interviews with notable figures.
- Elizabeth Taylor The Lost Tapes (Max) – Rediscover the megastar of Hollywood’s Golden Age and her complex battle with fame, personal identity and public scrutiny.
- Frida (Prime Video) – For the first time ever, take a magical journey through the life and mind of the iconic artist with excerpts from her diary brought to life by animations inspired by her works of art.
Women Who Inspire
Discover the woman trailblazers who defied odds, shattered glass ceilings and paved the way for generations to come.
Simone Biles
Simone Biles – The most decorated American Olympian in history, who has become a public advocate for women’s rights and mental health.
Rosalind Franklin
Rosalind Franklin – A British scientist who helped discover the DNA molecular structure, helping lay the foundation for structural virology.
Hedy Lamarr
Hedy Lamarr – An Austrian-American actress and inventor who helped lay the foundation for modern technology like WiFi, GPS and Bluetooth communication systems.
Alice Coachman
Alice Coachman – Overcame discrimination in the southern United States before becoming the first Black woman to win a gold medal in the history of the Olympic games.
Marie Van Brittan Brown
Marie Van Brittan Brown – Developed an early form of the home security system from her apartment in New York.
Grace Hopper
Grace Hopper – A rear admiral in the U.S. Navy and mathematician who laid the foundation for modern computer coding language.
Learn about Women’s History Month
Follow these resources to learn more about the history behind Women’s History Month and the invaluable contributions made by women.
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