Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Anvil! The Story of Anvil List
- This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary about a fictional heavy metal band, showcasing their struggles and comedic moments.
- Metal: A Headbanger's Journey - A documentary exploring the history and culture of heavy metal music.
- Bones Brigade: An Autobiography - A documentary about the legendary skateboarding team that resonates with themes of passion and perseverance.
- Searching for Sugar Man - A documentary about musicians whose work is rediscovered, similar to Anvil's story of resilience.
- The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years - A documentary focusing on the heavy metal scene of the late 1980s, featuring interviews with bands.
- A Band Called Death - The story of a punk band that pioneers the genre but faces obscurity, paralleling Anvil's journey.
- The Wrecking Crew - About the studio musicians behind popular music, showcasing dedication and creativity in music.
- 20 Feet from Stardom - Highlights the lives of backup singers whose contributions to music often go unnoticed, similar to Anvil's story.
- The Punk Singer - A documentary about Kathleen Hanna and the riot grrrl movement, focusing on passion and rising above challenges.
- Rudeboy: The Story of Trojan Records - The story of Trojan Records and the reggae music scene, similar themes of cultural impact.
- Sound City - A documentary about the famous recording studio and the musicians who recorded there, reflecting dedication to craft.
- Almost Famous - A coming-of-age story about a young journalist following a rock band on tour, capturing the essence of music culture.
- The Last Waltz - A concert film chronicling The Band's farewell performance, full of passion for music.
- It Might Get Loud - A documentary featuring guitar legends discussing their passion for music and their influences.
- American Hardcore - Explores the history of the hardcore punk scene, celebrating musicianship and cultural significance.
- Big Easy Express - Documents a train tour of musicians from various genres, highlighting the camaraderie in music.
- As I Walk Through the Valley - A behind-the-scenes look at the life of musicians and the struggles they face, echoing Anvil's story.
- The Runaways - A biopic about an iconic all-girl rock band and their rise and fall in the music industry.
- We Are the Best! - A coming-of-age film about three girls starting a punk band, showcasing the passion for music.
- I Am Trying to Break Your Heart - A documentary about the band Wilco and the struggles faced in the music industry.
- Hype! - A documentary about the Seattle grunge music scene focusing on the rise and fall of bands.
- The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years - A documentary detailing the touring years of The Beatles, reflecting on their impact and struggles.
- Let There Be Light - A documentary that dives into the life of heavy metal musicians and their journeys through challenges.
- A Star Is Born - The story of an aspiring musician and their rise to fame, capturing the struggle of making it in the industry.
- Joy Division - This documentary talks about the influential band Joy Division and their impact on music.
- The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones - A documentary chronicling the career of The Rolling Stones, showcasing longevity in music.
- The Other One: The Long Strange Trip of Bob Weir - Focuses on the life of Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir and the passion behind his music.
- Sonic Highways - A documentary series looking at the musical influence of various cities, celebrating the culture of musicianship.
- Once - A musical film about a street musician and the struggles of pursuing a music career.
- Step Brothers - While a comedy, it features characters passionate about music and forming a band, mirroring Anvil's spirit.
- Sound of Metal - A drama focusing on a drummer who loses his hearing and must adapt, showcasing the challenges of musicianship.
- Whiplash - The intense story of a young drummer and his demanding mentor, exploring dedication to music.
- The Dirt - A biographical film about Mötley Crüe, highlighting the highs and lows of rock stardom.
- My Dog Skip - Not music-centered but features themes of friendship and pursuing dreams, relatable to Anvil's story.
- Juliet, Naked - About an obscure musician and his rekindled career, exploring themes of passion and second chances.
- Song Exploder - A documentary series where artists dissect their songs, similar to exploring the passion behind music.
- Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas - While different in theme, it shares familial bonds and support, akin to Anvil's story of friendship.
- The Last of the British Motorcycles - A documentary that explores a specific subculture, akin to the subculture around Anvil's music.
- Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint - Explores the life of a pioneer artist in abstraction, similar to musicians striving to be recognized.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1984 | United States of America | Comedy | 148456 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 2 | 2005 | Canada | Documentary | 12536 | 8 | Movie | Released | R | |
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2012 | United States of America | Documentary | 2752 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
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2012 | Finland | Biography | 73382 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 5 | 1988 | United States of America | Documentary | 4375 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R | |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 4028 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
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2008 | United States of America | Music | 3776 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 14029 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
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2013 | United Kingdom | Biography | 3114 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 | 2018 | Jamaica | Documentary | 484 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | ||
| 11 |
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2013 | United States of America | Documentary | 13502 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 12 |
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2000 | United States of America | Adventure | 296305 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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1978 | United States of America | Biography | 20450 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 14 |
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2008 | United States of America | Documentary | 13602 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 15 |
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2006 | United States of America | Documentary | 3623 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 16 |
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2012 | United States of America | Documentary | 1020 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 17 |
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2010 | United States of America | Music | 51238 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 18 |
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2013 | Denmark | Drama | 11379 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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1996 | United States of America | Documentary | 2992 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 | 2016 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 13936 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | NR | |
| 21 |
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1946 | United States of America | Documentary | 2041 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 424179 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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2009 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 3912 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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2007 | Ireland | Drama | 121924 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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2008 | United States of America | Comedy | 322398 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 26 |
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2020 | United States of America | Drama | 153005 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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2014 | United States of America | Drama | 1009580 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2019 | United States of America | Drama | 56123 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 29 |
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2000 | United States of America | Comedy | 21479 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
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2018 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 24999 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | R |
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2020 | United States of America | Documentary | 895 | 7.4 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-MA |
