Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Ed Wood List
- The Disaster Artist - A biographical comedy-drama about the making of the cult film 'The Room', showcasing passion and ambition in filmmaking.
- Tim Burton's Ed Wood - A biopic about the famous B-movie director Ed Wood himself, capturing the essence of his quirky filmmaking style.
- Man on the Moon - A biographical film about comedian Andy Kaufman, highlighting eccentric artists and their unconventional lives.
- Be Kind Rewind - A comedy about two friends who accidentally erase all the tapes in a video store and try to recreate the films.
- The King of Comedy - A dark comedy about an aspiring comedian who kidnaps a late-night talk show host to achieve fame.
- Living in Oblivion - A comedy that dives into the chaos of indie filmmaking, reflecting the struggles and quirks of the production process.
- American Movie - A documentary that follows an aspiring filmmaker as he attempts to make a horror movie, representing the passion of low-budget filmmaking.
- Galaxy Quest - A spoof of sci-fi fandom and filmmaking, featuring actors from a cancelled space opera who are mistaken for real heroes.
- Spinal Tap - A mockumentary about a fictional rock band, underscoring the humorous absurdities of the entertainment industry.
- Funny People - A comedy-drama about friendship and the struggles of stand-up comedians, exploring the darker side of comedy and fame.
- A Serious Man - A dark comedy-drama that examines the life of a man facing existential dilemmas, resonating with the themes of ambition and failure.
- The Aviator - A biopic about Howard Hughes, focusing on the passion and challenges faced by a groundbreaking filmmaker.
- Happiness - A drama-comedy that delves into the lives of several individuals, highlighting the oddities of human behavior.
- The Room - The infamous cult film that embodies passionate but poorly executed filmmaking akin to Ed Wood's productions.
- Superstar - A comedic film about a quirky girl who wants to be famous, emphasizing the absurdities in the pursuit of stardom.
- Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping - A mockumentary about a popstar's rise and fall that satirizes fame and music culture.
- The Big Lebowski - A cult classic that revolves around eccentric characters and a storyline that highlights absurdity, similar to Ed Wood's films.
- The Cable Guy - A dark comedy that explores obsession, featuring a quirky character trying to forge connections in a bizarre way.
- Wag the Dog - A dark political comedy about creating a fake war for distraction, mirroring the oddities of media manipulation.
- Winnie the Pooh - An animated story featuring a cuddly bear and his friends, emphasizing friendship and charm which can resonate with the quirky creativity in Ed Wood’s narrative style.
- The Producers - A comedy about two men trying to produce a surefire flop, reflecting the dynamics of theatrical productions akin to Wood's endeavors.
- I’m Not There - A biographical film bringing different portrayals of Bob Dylan, exploring the complexity of an artistic figure.
- Popeye - A musical comedy that captures whimsical storytelling, parallel to the quirky and unconventional style Ed Wood embraced.
- Rocketman - A musical biopic about Elton John showcasing his rise to fame with flamboyant style and creativity akin to Ed Wood's films.
- Secretary - A unique romantic comedy about unconventional romance and character development, with a distinctive tone comparable to Ed Wood’s work.
- The World's End - A comedic science fiction film that examines friendship and nostalgia, touching on themes of ambition and fulfillment.
- The Nice Guys - A comedic detective film that features quirky characters and humorous mishaps, reminiscent of Ed Wood's charm.
- Mommie Dearest - A dramatized biography of Joan Crawford, highlighting the eccentricities of fame and the madness behind it.
- Best in Show - A mockumentary about dog shows that showcases quirky characters and absurd humor similar to Ed Wood’s films.
- The Terminal - A comedy-drama about a man stuck in an airport, highlighting the charm of life’s odd circumstances.
- Napoleon Dynamite - A quirky comedy that celebrates eccentric characters and high school experiences, reflecting a unique perspective similar to Ed Wood.
- The Art of Self-Defense - A dark comedy about masculinity and personal transformation, featuring a unique approach to storytelling and character behavior.
- Donnie Darko - A psychological thriller with a cult status that explores surreal themes, echoing the strange creative overtones of Ed Wood's work.
- Birdman - A unique take on the struggles of an artist as he attempts to revive his career, capturing the complexity of character and ambition.
- The Lobster - A bizarre romantic comedy that plays with unconventional themes of love and society, paralleling the eccentricities found in Ed Wood's films.
- Zoolander - A comedy that satirizes the fashion industry with absurd characters and situations, reflecting the unique humor found in Ed Wood's storytelling.
- Tucker and Dale vs. Evil - A comedy-horror film that flips the script on the typical horror genre tropes, showcasing the quirky and unique approach to storytelling.
- Frances - A biopic about actress Frances Farmer, exploring the challenges of fame and creativity similar to Ed Wood's narrative of filmmakers.
- A Ghost Story - A unique and contemplative narrative exploring themes of existence and love, echoing a whimsical yet profound storytelling style.
- The Favourite - A darkly comedic historical drama featuring quirky characters and absurdity, paralleling the unconventional storytelling found in Ed Wood's work.
- The Death of Stalin - A political satire that combines dark humor with bizarre historical events, reflecting the absurdities present in Ed Wood's narratives.
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2017 | United States of America | Biography | 165589 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
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1999 | Germany | Biography | 138408 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
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2008 | France | Drama | 94681 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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1982 | United States of America | Comedy | 120952 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
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1995 | United States of America | Comedy | 20403 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
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1999 | United States of America | Comedy | 19717 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
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1999 | United States of America | Adventure | 180506 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
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2009 | United States of America | Comedy | 124127 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | |
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2009 | United States of America | Comedy | 151162 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 10 |
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2004 | Germany | Drama | 386818 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 11 |
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1998 | United States of America | Comedy | 75135 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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2003 | United States of America | Drama | 95828 | 3.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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1999 | United States of America | Comedy | 20578 | 5.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 14 | 2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 69216 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 15 |
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1998 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 868070 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 16 |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 179757 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 17 |
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1997 | United States of America | Comedy | 89110 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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2011 | United States of America | Adventure | 28690 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | G |
| 19 |
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1968 | United States of America | Comedy | 60869 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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1980 | United States of America | Adventure | 35213 | 5.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 21 |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Biography | 197497 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2002 | United States of America | Comedy | 99952 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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2013 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 300315 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 24 |
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2016 | United States of America | Action | 379745 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
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1981 | United States of America | Biography | 18666 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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2000 | United States of America | Comedy | 67614 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 27 |
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2004 | United States of America | Comedy | 500384 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2004 | United States of America | Comedy | 240703 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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2019 | United States of America | Action | 41311 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2001 | United States of America | Drama | 858573 | 8 | Movie | Released | |
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2015 | France | Drama | 303575 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 32 |
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2001 | United States of America | Comedy | 295716 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2010 | Canada | Comedy | 195204 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
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1982 | United States of America | Biography | 8705 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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2017 | United States of America | Drama | 80905 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
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2018 | Ireland | Biography | 239037 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
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2017 | Belgium | Comedy | 115341 | 7.3 | Movie | Released |
