Wild Wild Country
- Explores the controversial community of a religious cult in Oregon, focusing on its leaders and members.


The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst
- A documentary miniseries exploring the life of real estate heir Robert Durst and his connections to several murders.


American Murder: The Family Next Door
- A true...

The Longest Day in Chang'an
- Set in ancient China and involves intricate plots and historical elements.


The King's Avatar
- Focuses on strategy and battle, with a deep dive into a unique setting.


Nirvana in Fire
- Historical drama with clever political maneuvers and rich character development.


The Mystic Nine
- Blends...

A Christmas Carol
- Both feature holiday themes and the transformation of characters.


The Christmas Chronicles
- Emphasis on Christmas spirit and family bonds.


Holiday in Handcuffs
- Romantic comedy set during the holiday season.


A Christmas Wish
- Focuses on family connections and holiday traditions.


The...

Full Metal Jacket
- Explores military training and the psychological effects of war.


An Officer and a Gentleman
- Follows a young man's journey through military training and personal growth.


A Few Good Men
- Legal drama set within the military, featuring strong themes of honor and duty.


The Great Escape
- Military-based...

The Banshee Chapter
- Both involve a supernatural entity causing chaos and horror.


House of 1000 Corpses
- Both feature horror elements and a focus on a disturbing narrative.


The Conjuring
- Both explore supernatural horror and emphasize tension and dread.


Ringu
- Both are about a curse that leads to horrific...

Gandhi
- Biographical portrayal of a significant historical figure.


The Last Samurai
- Themes of cultural conflict and understanding in a historical context.


Lincoln
- Focused on a pivotal leader and his impact on society.


A Beautiful Mind
- Biography of a brilliant but troubled man navigating through his...

Friends
- Both center around a group of friends navigating life and relationships.


How I Met Your Mother
- Features a close-knit group of friends and their romantic escapades.


New Girl
- Focuses on friendships and comedic situations involving housemates.


The Big Bang Theory
- Centers on a group of friends who share geeky...

Pink Floyd: The Wall
- A rock musical film that conveys similar themes of alienation and emotional struggle, akin to Waters' work.


The Last Waltz
- A documentary film featuring the final concert of The Band that captures the essence of live music performance.


Stop Making Sense
- A concert film featuring the Talking Heads, celebrated for...

The Manchurian Candidate
- Political thriller involving conspiracy and assassination.


Wag the Dog
- Satirical political comedy about fabricating a war.


The Ides of March
- Political drama focusing on the behind-the-scenes of a presidential campaign.


Primary Colors
- A satirical take on American politics and...

Dateline NBC
- Investigative journalism and real-life stories.


The 11th Hour
- Documentary-style reporting on current events.


Frontline
- In-depth news documentaries on important issues.


Vice
- Investigative journalism exploring various topics.


CNN Special Report
- In-depth analysis of significant news...

Taken
- Both feature a protagonist using their skills to rescue someone they care about.


John Wick
- Focuses on a skilled fighter seeking vengeance for a personal tragedy.


The Equalizer
- A former agent comes out of retirement to help those in need, highlighting themes of justice.


Die Hard
- An action-packed story of a...

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
- Both feature pets embarking on an adventurous journey to reunite with their owners.


The Goonies
- A group of kids goes on a treasure hunt filled with adventure and friendship.


Stand By Me
- A coming-of-age story that involves a group of friends on a journey of self-discovery.


Little...

Mujhse Dosti Karoge!
- Features a love triangle with themes of friendship and romance.


Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
- Explores themes of love and relationships with a mix of humor and drama.


Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
- A classic love story that blends romance with family dynamics.


Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...
- Focuses on family...

Get Carter
- Both films feature intense crime drama with a focus on revenge.


The Getaway
- Similar themes of a heist gone wrong and the pursued criminal.


Mickey Blue Eyes
- Involves organized crime with a comedic twist, paralleling criminal undertones.


The Long Good Friday
- Both revolve around crime bosses and the...

The Blob
- A creature feature involving a deadly monster terrorizing a small town.


Terror from Beyond Space
- A space horror film featuring a deadly alien creature stalking astronauts.


Journey to the Center of the Earth
- An adventure film with a thrilling monster encounter.


Invasion of the Body Snatchers
- A sci-fi...

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
- Shares themes of adventure and fantasy in a magical world.


Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
- Explores the journey of young characters in a magical setting.


The Golden Compass
- Involves a young protagonist exploring a fantastical universe.


Stardust
-...

The Last Dance
- Documentary about a basketball legend's career and impact, similar to exploring Swayze's legacy.


The Real World
- Reality series focusing on personal stories and struggles, akin to Swayze's exploration of his life.


Dancing with the Stars
- A dance competition that highlights the art of dance, much like Swayze's dance...

The Breadwinner
- Both films focus on a young protagonist navigating a harsh reality in a war-torn environment.


Persepolis
- Animated films that depict the struggles of young individuals amidst political turmoil.


Waltz with Bashir
- An animated film that deals with the impacts of war and memory.


The Girl with the Dragon...

Everest
- Both feature intense mountain climbing and survival against the harsh elements.


Into Thin Air: Death on Everest
- A documentary-style dramatization of climbers' experiences on Everest.


The Summit
- Explores the dangers of climbing high-altitude peaks.


Meru
- Focuses on the challenges of climbing an unforgiving...

The Handmaid's Tale
- Both explore themes of gender and power dynamics in a historical and dystopian setting.


Kakegurui
- Focuses on manipulation and intrigue within a female-dominated environment.


Reign
- Centers around political intrigue and romance in a royal court setting.


Vikings
- Features complex characters...