The Get Down

TV
—/100
MovieNerd Score

In 1977 New York City, the talented and soulful youth of the South Bronx chase dreams and breakneck beats to transform music history.

Filmmaking

Overall
?
Screenplay
?
Acting
?
Cinematography
?
Production
?
Directing
?
Concept
?
Story
?
Dialogue
?
Characters
?
Pacing
?
Musical Score
?

Attributes

Entertaining
?
Uniqueness
?
How Much I Like It
?
Twists
?
Artistry
?
Fun
?
Cliche
?
Cheesy
?
Broad Appeal
?
Cerebral
?
Emotional
?
Discussion Worthy
?

Genres

Comedy
?
Drama
?
Suspense
?
Action
?
Mystery
?
Thriller
?
Horror
?
Adventure
?
Romance
?
Science Fiction
?
Fantasy
?
Animation
?

Maturity

Family Friendly
?
Positive Message
?
Thematically Mature
?
Intense
?
Sexuality
?
Nudity
?
Violence
?
Gore
?
Crude
?
Profanity
?
Scary
?
Substance Use
?

0 Reviews

No reviews, yet!

Creators and Cast

Creators

Cast

Show 4 more

Episodes

Season 1

11 episodes

S1 E1 · Where There is Ruin, There is Hope for a Treasure

Zeke's resolve to woo a girl sends him into a dizzying, dangerous nightclub scene, where he crosses paths with a nimble local legend.

S1 E2 · Seek Those Who Fan Your Flames

The guys seek spiritual advice from a grandmaster. Mylene's future might be in the hands of her father and politically powerful uncle.

S1 E3 · Darkness is Your Candle

Disgraced record producer Jackie Moreno wants to shepherd Mylene’s singing career. Boo-Boo plays a rare bootleg tape at a party, inviting trouble.

S1 E4 · Forget Safety, Be Notorious

After a citywide blackout, Papa Fuerte takes a shine to mayoral candidate Ed Koch. Shao finds himself on the outs with Flash and tries to make amends.

S1 E5 · You Have Wings, Learn To Fly

The Get Down Boys apply their skills in a dicey situation as Zeke hurries to make a meeting. Mylene's quest for a contract takes an unexpected turn.

S1 E6 · Raise Your Words, Not Your Voice

Dizzee has a new experience at a secret party in the city. As the guys gear up for an explosive DJ battle, Zeke boards a political rollercoaster.

S1 E7 · Unfold Your Own Myth

Tensions between Shao and the boys threaten to destabilize the group. With her star on the rise, Mylene faces new expectations and pressures.

S1 E8 · The Beat Says, This Is the Way

Zeke's Ivy League meeting goes off the rails. Ra-Ra has a bold proposition for Fat Annie, resulting in an explosive musical showdown at Les Inferno.

S1 E9 · One by One, Into the Dark

Confronted by ultimatums, Zeke and Mylene each must make a tough choice. Annie Pitches a deal to skeptical a Shao and a resentful Cadillac.

S1 E10 · Gamble Everything

Mylene has a fateful encounter with her idol, the Cruz family reaches a critical juncture, a revelation strikes Ra-Ra, and Shao takes rash action.

S1 E11 · Only from Exile Can We Come Home

While the B-boy community rallies in defense of the get down. Mylene's musical fate hangs in the balance, and Zeke receives some life-altering news.

Trailers