Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Akeelah and the Bee List
- Freedom Writers - Both films center around the theme of overcoming obstacles to achieve personal growth and success in an educational setting.
- The Pursuit of Happyness - Both stories focus on perseverance and the struggle to achieve dreams against significant odds.
- Billy Elliot - Similar themes of pursuing one's passion despite societal and familial challenges.
- October Sky - Both films highlight the journey of young individuals aspiring to excel in their passions through hard work and determination.
- Matilda - Another story of a gifted child overcoming adversity and finding a place where she belongs.
- The Blind Side - Focus on personal growth, mentorship, and the transformative power of support from others.
- Real Genius - Both narratives involve gifted youth achieving greatness and breaking through barriers in their own unique ways.
- McFarland, USA - Theme of striving for success in sports while facing life's challenges parallels Akeelah's journey.
- Dead Poets Society - Educational setting with a focus on inspiring young minds to pursue their passions and think differently.
- The Karate Kid - Focus on personal growth through discipline and hard work in a competitive setting.
- Hidden Figures - Stories of talented individuals overcoming systemic challenges to contribute greatly in their fields.
- Stand and Deliver - Inspiration from teachers and the drive for academic achievement connect both stories.
- The Great Debaters - Explores themes of education, social justice, and perseverance against the odds in an inspiring manner.
- The Miracle Season - Both stories demonstrate the power of teamwork, resilience, and the drive to excel in difficult circumstances.
- The Social Network - Focus on young individuals pursuing success and dealing with challenges in the pursuit of their goals.
- A Beautiful Mind - Tales of overcoming personal struggles and achieving greatness in intellectual pursuits.
- Good Will Hunting - Similar themes of mentorship, personal growth, and the pursuit of one's potential.
- Soul Surfer - Inspiration from real-life events and the fight for success in the face of adversity.
- The Intouchables - Relationship-driven story that highlights personal growth through new experiences.
- Gifted - Focus on a gifted child and the struggles they face within family and society.
- The Cheetah Girls - Young individuals coming together to achieve a shared dream against the odds.
- To Kill a Mockingbird - Narrative focused on overcoming social challenges and the importance of education.
- Remember the Titans - Story of unity, teamwork, and achieving greatness through struggles.
- Spelling Bee - Similar themes of intelligence and competition in an educational setting.
- Zombieland - Humorous look at personal growth and overcoming challenges in unique circumstances.
- Facing the Giants - Explores perseverance and faith in achieving success against overwhelming odds.
- The Fault in Our Stars - Stories of youth facing life's challenges with a focus on personal growth.
- Rudy - A young man's determination to pursue his dreams despite his limitations resonates with Akeelah's story.
- Dear Evan Hansen - Focus on youth, earnest emotional struggles, and the pursuit of connection and success.
- Coco - Celebration of passion, culture, and pursuing one's dreams within a family dynamic.
- The Ant Bully - Childhood adventure focused on growth, discovery, and overcoming challenges.
- Sister Act - Focus on empowerment and personal growth set against a backdrop of music and mentorship.
- Raising Helen - A story of personal growth and the challenges of parenting while pursuing one’s goals.
- Like Stars on Earth - Explores the relationship between a teacher and a gifted child, encouraging personal growth.
- Cloud Atlas - Multiple storylines that emphasize perseverance and interconnectedness throughout different lives.
- Little Miss Sunshine - Focus on a family's efforts to support their daughter’s dream against societal expectations.
- The Edge of Seventeen - Honest portrayal of adolescence and personal growth in the face of life’s challenges.
- Pride - Based on the true story of a group coming together to support a cause despite societal barriers.
- The Help - Themes of empowerment, unity, and personal growth against societal challenges.
- Stand by Me - Coming-of-age story focusing on friendship and overcoming childhood fears.
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2007 | Germany | Crime | 86020 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 2 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 568904 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 3 |
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2000 | France | Drama | 144748 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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1999 | United States of America | Biography | 99009 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 5 |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 177685 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 6 |
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2009 | United States of America | Drama | 364032 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 7 |
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1985 | United States of America | Comedy | 38198 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 8 |
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2015 | United States of America | Biography | 43014 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 9 |
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1989 | United States of America | Comedy | 556046 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 |
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1984 | United States of America | Action | 248191 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 11 |
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2016 | United States of America | Biography | 259836 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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1988 | United States of America | Biography | 22576 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 13 |
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2007 | United States of America | Drama | 63349 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 14 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 6389 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 15 |
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2010 | United States of America | Drama | 767077 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 16 |
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2001 | United States of America | Biography | 996118 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
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1997 | United States of America | Drama | 1086590 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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2011 | United States of America | Biography | 53352 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 19 |
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2011 | France | Comedy | 940617 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2017 | United Kingdom | Drama | 132662 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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2003 | Canada | Comedy | 9028 | 4.9 | Movie | Released | G |
| 22 |
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1962 | United States of America | Crime | 335560 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 23 |
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2000 | United States of America | Biography | 234392 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 24 |
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2009 | United States of America | Comedy | 628913 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 18200 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 26 |
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2014 | United States of America | Drama | 405184 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 27 |
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1993 | United States of America | Biography | 69729 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 28 |
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2021 | Japan | Drama | 19114 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 29 |
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2017 | United States of America | Adventure | 605600 | 8.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 30 |
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2006 | United States of America | Fantasy | 42178 | 5.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 31 |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 109793 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 32 |
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2004 | United States of America | Drama | 38443 | 6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 33 |
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2007 | India | Drama | 209309 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 34 |
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2012 | Germany | Drama | 376223 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 35 |
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2006 | United States of America | Comedy | 523038 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 36 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 142397 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 37 |
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2014 | France | Biography | 62387 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 38 |
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2011 | India | Drama | 498104 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 39 |
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1986 | United States of America | Adventure | 447379 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |