Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Moby Dick List

  • In the Heart of the Sea - Based on the true events that inspired Moby Dick, focusing on a whaling crew's struggle.
  • The Old Man and the Sea - A classic tale of endurance and man's battle against nature, much like Captain Ahab's pursuit.
  • Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World - Explores themes of leadership and obsession in a naval setting.
  • Heart of Darkness - An exploration of madness and obsession set in the context of colonialism.
  • The Revenant - A gritty survival story revolving around revenge and man's connection with nature.
  • Captains Courageous - Adventures on the sea that involve themes of growth and companionship.
  • The Hunt for Red October - Tension-filled naval narrative that explores themes of pursuit and rivalry.
  • Ghost Ship - A horror film set aboard a mysterious ship that speaks to the eeriness of the sea.
  • The Bounty - Focuses on the effects of obsession and the clash of human wills on a ship.
  • Adrift - A survival story in the open ocean that explores themes of isolation.
  • Life of Pi - Explores survival against the odds on the sea with a philosophical twist.
  • Ahab's Wife, or, The Star-Gazer - A fictional exploration of Ahab’s wife, connecting deeply with the original narrative.
  • The Lighthouse - Delves into madness and the elements of obsession in a maritime setting.
  • The Sea Within - Themes of obsession and personal struggle intertwined with a seaside narrative.
  • The Abyss - Human conflict and exploration beneath the sea, involving intense scientific and emotional stakes.
  • 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea - An adventure under the sea, highlighting obsession with the unknown and raw nature.
  • The Perfect Storm - A true story detailing the struggles of fishermen against overwhelming natural forces.
  • Jaws - Focuses on mankind's struggle against a formidable sea creature, resonating with Moby Dick's conflict.
  • Das Boot - An intense maritime film about war and the psychological toll it takes on sailors.
  • Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl - Adventures involving the sea and quests for revenge, reminiscent of Captain Ahab.
  • The Call of the Wild - Explores themes of survival and man's connection to nature, echoing Ahab's journey.
  • The Merchant of Venice - Fraught with themes of obsession and revenge, similar to the themes of Ahab's pursuit.
  • Cast Away - An individual’s struggle against the forces of nature and the isolation of the sea.
  • The Deep - An adventure exploring the mysteries of the sea, reflecting Moby Dick's underwater world.
  • The Black Stallion - Focuses on survival and connection with nature, demonstrating deep character journeys.
  • Moby Dick (1956) - A direct adaptation of Herman Melville's classic tale, exploring the same themes.
  • Moby Dick (2010) - A modern retelling of Melville’s tale, examining the age-old hunt for revenge.
  • A Sea Apart - Explores conflicts and human experiences shaped by the environment of the sea.
  • The Perfect Getaway - A thriller involving a group facing nature and the unknown, reminiscent of Moby Dick's themes.
  • Revenge - A woman's obsession and the consequences of pursuing vengeance against overwhelming odds.
  • Life on Earth - A documentary series that explores the beauty and brutality of nature, akin to Moby Dick's themes.
  • Into the Wild - About exploration and the meaning of life, it parallels Ahab's search for answers.
  • The Shape of Water - Explores man’s relationship with the unknown, drawing parallels with the sea.
  • Finding Nemo - A quest narrative featuring the ocean, highlighting the bonds of family amid adventure.
  • The Secret of Roan Inish - A tale weaving folklore and the sea, touching on themes of obsession and family.
  • Shutter Island - Explores themes of madness and obsession within a confined setting.
  • Deepwater Horizon - A dramatic representation of man's relationship with dangerous ocean environments.
  • The Seagull - Explores obsession and human relationships, drawing a parallel with Melville's themes.
  • Treasure Island - A classic sea adventure that involves themes of treasure hunting and obsession.
  • Hugo - Explores related themes of obsession, innovation, and discovery amidst adventure.
  • The Secret Life of Walter Mitty - An adventure into the unknown, echoing Ahab's quest for meaning.
  • The Wind Rises - A story of aspiration, obsession, and the quest for greatness amid nature's power.
  • The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou - A humorous take on deep-sea exploration and obsession.
  • The Last Samurai - Explores themes of honor and obsession in a historical context, akin to Ahab's journey.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 2015 Spain 149886 6.9 Movie Released PG-13
2 1958 United States of America 8726 6.9 Movie Released
3 2003 United States of America 240355 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
4 1993 United States of America 2120 5.7 Movie Released
5
The Revenant
The Revenant
157 min
2015 Canada 884846 8 Movie Released R
6 1937 United States of America 11078 7.9 Movie Released
7 1990 United States of America 216978 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
8
Ghost Ship
Ghost Ship
91 min
2002 Australia 110135 5.6 Movie Released R
9
The Bounty
The Bounty
132 min
1984 United States of America 31372 7 Movie Released PG
10
Adrift
Adrift
96 min
2018 China 62468 6.6 Movie Released PG-13
11
Life of Pi
Life of Pi
127 min
2012 Canada 671802 7.9 Movie Released
12
The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse
109 min
2019 Brazil 260924 7.4 Movie Released R
13 2014 Hong Kong 9 7.2 Movie Released
14
The Abyss
The Abyss
140 min
1989 United States of America 196055 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
15 1954 United States of America 37673 7.2 Movie Released G
16 2000 United States of America 179822 6.5 Movie Released PG-13
17
Jaws
Jaws
124 min
1975 United States of America 670038 8.1 Movie Released
18
Das Boot
Das Boot
150 min
1981 Germany 266535 8.4 Movie Released
19 2003 United States of America 1225150 8.1 Movie Released PG-13
20 2020 Canada 57902 6.7 Movie Released PG
21 2004 Italy 38492 7 Movie Released
22
Cast Away
Cast Away
143 min
2000 United States of America 646289 7.8 Movie Released
23
The Deep
The Deep
123 min
1977 United Kingdom 13949 6.2 Movie Released PG
24 1979 United States of America 14207 7.4 Movie Released G
25
Revenge
Revenge
43 min
SS 4 EP 89
2011 France 125755 7.8 Serie Canceled TV-14
26
Life on Earth
Life on Earth
55 min
SS 1 EP 13
1979 United Kingdom 3277 9.1 Serie Ended
27
Into the Wild
Into the Wild
148 min
2007 United States of America 663145 8.1 Movie Released R
28 2017 United States of America 451038 7.3 Movie Released R
29
Finding Nemo
Finding Nemo
100 min
2003 United States of America 1124980 8.2 Movie Released G
30 1994 Ireland 9968 7.4 Movie Released PG
31
Shutter Island
Shutter Island
138 min
2010 United States of America 1480590 8.2 Movie Released
32 2016 Hong Kong 184982 7.1 Movie Released
33
The Seagull
The Seagull
98 min
2018 United States of America 3993 5.7 Movie Released
34 1950 United Kingdom 9613 6.9 Movie Released NR
35
Hugo
Hugo
126 min
2011 United Kingdom 338564 7.5 Movie Released PG
36 2013 United Kingdom 344677 7.3 Movie Released PG
37
The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises
126 min
2013 Japan 100848 7.8 Movie Released
38 2004 United States of America 212456 7.2 Movie Released
39 2003 New Zealand 476104 7.8 Movie Released
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