Boss Up: Top 10 Netflix Movies & Shows That Capture the True Role of Being a Woman Boss

Something about a female in a boss role in a movie or show is so powerful. It illustrates that the sky is the limit for what women can do! There used to be a time where women were never seen in central roles and although there’s still more work to do, we have come a long way. And we should celebrate that!

Women in these roles are the example of embracing a range of challenges. The various titles in this list are composed of women taking lead in vastly different situations in a number of categories. But the heart of the list is the same – strong, kick-ass women who take control and move and inspire others such as myself.

So, without further ado, here is my Top 10 Netflix Movies & Shows That Capture the True Role of Being a Woman Boss

Self Made Inspired by the Life of C.J Walker (biopic)

Self Made tells the story of Sarah Breedlove, a former washerwoman who became one of the leading pioneers of the beauty industry with her line of hair products made especially for black women. She is accredited for being the first American woman to become a self-made millionaire at a time where women couldn’t even vote and the country was just emerging from slavery. Truly an inspiration for anybody about overcoming adversity to follow your dreams, even when it seems nearly impossible. Watch Self Made Now

She Did That IG: @shedidthatfilm (documentary)

She Did That spotlights 4 female industry leaders and the stories behind their success. The women of this documentary shows what it really takes for black women to be a successful entrepreneur in this world in the face of the most profound obstacles. This inspiring and uplifting documentary is the first of its kind exploring entrepreneurship through the lens of black women. Watch She Did That Now

Madam Secretary IG: @madamsecretarycbs TW: @madamsecretary (series)

Madam Secretary is a series starring Tea Leoni as Elizabeth McCord, a sharp-witted former Secretary of State who becomes the president of the United States. The show follows McCord’s life as she struggles to find a balance between the demands of world politics and her family life. Watch Madam Secretary Now

Scandal IG: @scandelabc TW: @scandalabc (series)

Kerry Washington plays Olivia Pope who leaves her former job as a media consultant to the US president to run her own crisis management firm. She and her team handle the biggest PR disasters for the nation’s elite but there soon proves to be underlying problems at the firm. Watch Scandal Now

Girl Boss IG: @girlbossnetflix TW: @girlbossnetflix

Girl Boss shows the somewhat messy beginnings of Sophia Amoruso and how she turned selling clothes on eBay into the multimillion-dollar fashion label Nasty Gal. As she was 22 when she founded Nasty Gal with no prior business experience, the series shows ups and downs of Sophia’s endeavor in a fun, lighthearted way. Watch Girl Boss Now

Workin’ Moms IG: @workinmomsnetflix TW: @workinmomsnflx (series)

Workin’ Moms follows the lives of 4 friends who struggle to juggle kids, bosses, love, and life. The creator of the show wanted to offer a raw and authentic version of motherhood that not only she but many of her friends have gone through. The result is a messy cringeworthy yet beautiful representation of women trying to navigate their lives as best they can. Watch Workin’ Moms Now

The Crown IG: @thecrownnetflix TW: @thecrownnetflix (series)

The Crown focuses on Queen Elizabeth II as a 25-year-old newlywed who is now confronted with ruling the country at a time of political distress and complete uncertainty. The series follows Elizabeth’s private internal journey of upholding not only her family wishes and demands but the entire kingdom of Great Britain. Watch The Crown Now