Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Bad and the Beautiful List

  • Sunset Boulevard - Both feature the dark side of Hollywood and the relentless pursuit of fame.
  • The Player - Explores the behind-the-scenes machinations of the film industry.
  • All About Eve - A dramatic critique of ambition and rivalry in show business.
  • Mulholland Drive - Examines the darker aspects of Hollywood dreams and identity.
  • Singin' in the Rain - Set in the film industry, showcasing the transition from silent films to talkies.
  • The Devil Wears Prada - A look at the cutthroat nature of the fashion industry, akin to Hollywood.
  • A Star is Born - Explores the rise and fall of fame and the impact on personal relationships.
  • The Great Gatsby - Themes of ambition, desire, and the American dream parallel the film industry.
  • The Honeymooners - Tells a story of aspiration and ambition, but in a comedic setting.
  • Birdman - A darkly comedic look at the struggles of an actor and his quest for relevance.
  • Network - Critiques the television industry and the cost of sensationalism.
  • La La Land - Explores dreams, love, and the sacrifices made for success in Hollywood.
  • The Great Beauty - A reflective look at life, art, and ambition in modern society.
  • Cinderella Man - Illustrates the struggle and pursuit of greatness against all odds.
  • A Face in the Crowd - Explores how fame can corrupt and change a person's character.
  • The Social Network - Jack's ambition mirrors the cutthroat nature of the tech industry, similar to Hollywood.
  • The Big Picture - A comedic take on the aspirations and pitfalls of becoming a filmmaker.
  • The Last Tycoon - A film about a studio head navigating the complications of the film industry.
  • In the Fade - Explores personal struggles, ambition, and the consequences of choices.
  • Fame - Focuses on the aspirations and challenges of those pursuing careers in the arts.
  • Boogie Nights - A journey through the adult film industry and its impact on individuals.
  • The Artist - Revisits the transition from silent film to talkies, much like 'The Bad and the Beautiful.'
  • Working Girl - A story of ambition and the struggles of women in the workplace.
  • To Die For - A dark comedic take on ambition and the price of fame.
  • Funny Face - A whimsical look at fashion and the industry surrounding it.
  • Tropic Thunder - A satire of Hollywood and the lengths actors go to for fame.
  • Oscar - A comedic take on ambition, fame, and the chaos that can ensue.
  • The Last Picture Show - A reflection on the impact of cinema on small-town lives.
  • The Secret Life of Walter Mitty - Explores the pursuit of dreams and self-discovery.
  • Ed Wood - Focuses on the life of a filmmaker determined to make an impact despite failures.
  • The Disaster Artist - A comedic behind-the-scenes tale of filmmaking and the pursuit of art.
  • Almost Famous - A coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of the music industry.
  • Birds of Prey - Features strong characters navigating their way through chaos, much like in 'The Bad and the Beautiful.'
  • Capote - Follows an author navigating the complexities of fame and personal relationships.
  • Map to the Stars - Explores the struggles and obsessions of Hollywood elitism.
  • Shutter Island - Deals with personal demons and ambition in a dramatic narrative.
  • The Talented Mr. Ripley - Explores themes of identity, obsession, and the desire to ascend socially.
  • The Good Mother - Centers on the complexity of relationships with underlying ambition.
  • Birdman - Explores the theme of redemption against the backdrop of the theater.
  • The Manchurian Candidate - Themes of ambition and manipulation in a high-stakes environment.
  • The Pursuit of Happyness - Follows an individual's quest for success amid personal trials.

Last updated: 2024-09-25 17:23:47

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 1950 United States of America 239025 8.4 Movie Released
2
The Player
The Player
124 min
1992 United States of America 66575 7.5 Movie Released R
3
All About Eve
All About Eve
139 min
1950 United States of America 140067 8.2 Movie Released
4 2001 France 388083 7.9 Movie Released
5 1952 United States of America 263565 8.3 Movie Released
6 2006 United States of America 478550 6.9 Movie Released
7
A Star Is Born
A Star Is Born
136 min
2018 United States of America 424179 7.6 Movie Released
8 2013 United States of America 603835 7.2 Movie Released
9
The Honeymooners
The Honeymooners
30 min
SS 1 EP 39
1955 United States of America 6312 8.6 Serie Ended TV-PG
10
Network
Network
122 min
1976 United States of America 172785 8.1 Movie Released R
11
La La Land
La La Land
129 min
2016 Hong Kong 684970 8 Movie Released PG-13
12 2013 France 98196 7.7 Movie Released
13
Cinderella Man
Cinderella Man
144 min
2005 United States of America 199732 8 Movie Released PG-13
14 1957 United States of America 17392 8.2 Movie Released
15 2010 United States of America 767077 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
16
The Big Picture
The Big Picture
100 min
1989 United States of America 6238 6.2 Movie Released PG-13
17
The Last Tycoon
The Last Tycoon
123 min
1976 United States of America 9682 6.2 Movie Released PG
18
In the Fade
In the Fade
106 min
2017 France 35926 7.1 Movie Released
19
Fame
Fame
134 min
1980 United States of America 24942 6.6 Movie Released R
20
Boogie Nights
Boogie Nights
156 min
1997 United States of America 284842 7.9 Movie Released R
21
The Artist
The Artist
100 min
2011 Belgium 249574 7.9 Movie Released
22
Working Girl
Working Girl
114 min
1988 United States of America 63365 6.8 Movie Released R
23
To Die For
To Die For
106 min
1995 United Kingdom 54129 6.8 Movie Released R
24
Funny Face
Funny Face
103 min
1957 United States of America 33403 7 Movie Released NR
25
Tropic Thunder
Tropic Thunder
107 min
2008 United States of America 453106 7.1 Movie Released R
26
Oscar
Oscar
109 min
1991 United States of America 34595 6.5 Movie Released PG
27 1971 United States of America 52942 8 Movie Released R
28 2013 United Kingdom 344677 7.3 Movie Released PG
29
Ed Wood
Ed Wood
127 min
1994 United States of America 185064 7.8 Movie Released R
30 2017 United States of America 165589 7.3 Movie Released R
31
Almost Famous
Almost Famous
124 min
2000 United States of America 296305 7.9 Movie Released R
32
Birds of Prey
Birds of Prey
42 min
SS 1 EP 13
2002 United States of America 5623 6.4 Serie Canceled TV-14
33
Capote
Capote
114 min
2005 United States of America 141964 7.3 Movie Released R
34 2018 Paraguay 17 8.5 Movie Released
35
Shutter Island
Shutter Island
138 min
2010 United States of America 1480590 8.2 Movie Released
36 1999 United States of America 250668 7.4 Movie Released R
37
The Good Mother
The Good Mother
104 min
1988 United States of America 1800 5.7 Movie Released R
38 2004 United States of America 117537 6.6 Movie Released R
39 2006 United States of America 568904 8 Movie Released PG-13
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