Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Persepolis List
- The Breadwinner - Like Persepolis, it tells the story of a young girl in a tumultuous political situation and features themes of resilience and courage.
- Waltz with Bashir - Both films use animation to depict personal and collective trauma in the context of war and conflict.
- Ajami - Explores the complexities of life in a war-torn region, similar to the themes of cultural identity in Persepolis.
- The Kite Runner - Deals with childhood, friendship, and the impact of political upheaval, resonating with Persepolis' themes.
- A Separation - Explores societal issues in Iran, much like Persepolis does from a personal and intimate perspective.
- The Patience Stone - Focuses on the struggles of women in a war-torn environment, paralleling the experiences of Marjane in Persepolis.
- Maryam's Song - Highlights the journey of a female character amidst political turmoil, similar to the narrative of Persepolis.
- Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood - A direct adaptation of the original graphic novel that provides further insights into the story and its context.
- The Girl Who Leapt Through Time - Features a young protagonist facing challenges and personal growth with a backdrop of fantastical elements.
- Frida - Explores the life of an iconic artist facing personal and political issues, akin to Marjane’s experiences.
- Son of a Lion - Tells the story of a young boy navigating identity and culture in conflict, similar to Persepolis' themes.
- In the Name of the Mother - Explores the impact of social issues on family dynamics like in Persepolis.
- Afsanay - Delves into societal challenges, focusing on women's stories much like Persepolis.
- A Thousand Splendid Suns - Adapts Khaled Hosseini's narrative about Afghan women enduring hardship similar to Persepolis' experiences.
- My Name is Khan - Tackles identity and the aftermath of social conflict, aligning well with the themes in Persepolis.
- Children of Heaven - Focuses on the struggles of a young brother and sister in Iran, which resonates with Persepolis' focus on childhood challenges.
- The Other Side of the Mirror - Examines political themes and personal narratives in Iran, similar to Persepolis.
- A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night - Combines social issues with a unique narrative style, akin to the storytelling in Persepolis.
- The Secret in Their Eyes - A blend of personal trauma and political history, resonating with Persepolis' themes.
- Cairo 678 - Addresses gender issues in a tumultuous society, similar to the focus on women's narratives in Persepolis.
- The Last Station - Explores personal and societal struggles during significant historical periods, mirroring Persepolis' themes.
- Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Shows strong female characters against a backdrop of historical politics and personal journeys.
- The Square - Documents social activism in Egypt, tying with the political themes of Persepolis.
- Asghar Farhadi’s About Elly - Depicts intricate social dynamics within an Iranian setting, much like Persepolis.
- The Diving Bell and the Butterfly - Uses an intimate narrative style to portray personal struggles, similar to Marjane's journey.
- Maus - Another graphic novel adaptation, it recounts personal stories set against a backdrop of war.
- What Will People Say - Explores familial relationships and societal expectations in the context of culture and identity.
- The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Features a strong female protagonist navigating various personal and societal conflicts.
- V for Vendetta - Delivers a narrative of resistance against political oppression, resonating with themes in Persepolis.
- Mustang - Focuses on the lives of young girls facing societal oppression, similar to Marjane's struggles.
- A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man - Explores the theme of self-discovery against societal expectations, akin to Persepolis.
- The Girl with All the Gifts - Features a young protagonist in hostile circumstances, reflecting the themes of resilience in Persepolis.
- The Color Purple - Explores themes of empowerment and identity in a challenging social environment, resonating with Persepolis.
- Goodbye Lenin! - Blends humor with political change and personal identity, akin to the tone in Persepolis.
- Born into Brothels - Depicts the lives of children in a challenging environment, focusing on resilience and hope.
- Baran - Tells a poignant story of love and social issues in Iran similar to Persepolis' themes.
- Hannah Arendt - Explores philosophical and political ideas through a biographical lens, aligning with themes of thought in Persepolis.
- The Crossroad - Chip in a historical narrative with personal trials, similar to the journey in Persepolis.
- Atonement - Explores themes of war, loss, and memory through personal narratives, echoing similar elements in Persepolis.
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2017 | Canada | Animation | 28526 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2008 | Australia | Drama | 60782 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
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2009 | Germany | Crime | 6562 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
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2007 | China | Drama | 82835 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
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2011 | Australia | Drama | 260952 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2013 | Afghanistan | Drama | 5535 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 | 2006 | Japan | Fantasy | 71567 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | NR | |
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2002 | Canada | Biography | 96034 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
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2007 | Pakistan | Drama | 241 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
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2010 | China | Drama | 117381 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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1997 | Iran | Drama | 81931 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
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2016 | Drama | 1399 | 2.2 | Movie | Released | PG | |
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2014 | United States of America | Drama | 39017 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
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2009 | Argentina | Drama | 224631 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
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2009 | Germany | Drama | 19227 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | R |
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2000 | China | Adventure | 283356 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2017 | Denmark | Comedy | 78244 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 | 2007 | France | Drama | 110742 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 | |
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2017 | Denmark | Drama | 6008 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
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2011 | Sweden | Crime | 499932 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
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2006 | Germany | Action | 1188360 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
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2015 | France | Drama | 41208 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 23 | 1977 | Ireland | Drama | 234 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | ||
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2016 | United Kingdom | Action | 65077 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
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2001 | Iran | Drama | 9034 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
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2012 | France | Biography | 12092 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | NR |
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2007 | France | Drama | 302794 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
