Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Polyester List
- Pink Flamingos - Like Polyester, it's a John Waters film that explores outrageous behaviors and subcultures.
- Hairspray - Another John Waters classic that combines humor with social commentary.
- Cry-Baby - A John Waters film that parodies teen musicals and explores outsider culture.
- Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! - A camp classic with strong female characters, blending exploitation with cult themes.
- The Rocky Horror Picture Show - A cult classic that combines musical elements with campy horror and transgressive themes.
- She's All That - A teen romantic comedy that shows transformation and social cliques, similar to the themes of Polyester.
- Mean Girls - Explores high school social dynamics and has a satirical edge similar to Polyester.
- To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar - A road film featuring drag queens, focusing on acceptance and self-expression.
- Death Becomes Her - A darkly comedic exploration of vanity and eternal youth with campy elements.
- The Birdcage - Features LGBTQ themes and humor, with a focus on family and acceptance.
- American Beauty - Offers a satirical take on suburbia, touching on themes of desire and sexuality.
- The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - A road movie celebrating drag culture and LGBTQ themes with a comedic tone.
- Clueless - A satirical take on teenage life in Beverly Hills, blending humor with social observations.
- Legally Blonde - Features themes of female empowerment and social stereotypes, in a comedic format.
- Mulholland Drive - A surreal film about Hollywood with a dark edge, exploring dreams and identity.
- Pecker - Another John Waters film about an aspiring photographer capturing the quirks of life.
- Little Shop of Horrors - A dark musical comedy that incorporates horror and camp, reminiscent of Polyester's style.
- Kinky Boots - Focuses on acceptance and self-expression through a comedic and musical journey.
- The Death of Dick Long - Mixes dark humor with absurdity as it explores friendship and moral dilemmas.
- The Royal Tenenbaums - A quirky family drama with an offbeat narrative style and eccentric characters.
- The Lobster - A surreal, dark comedy about societal expectations surrounding love and relationships.
- Swiss Army Man - A surreal, darkly comedic exploration of friendship and existential themes.
- Trainwreck - A romantic comedy that challenges gender norms and expectations in relationships.
- Pretty in Pink - Explores teenage social issues, romantic dilemmas, and class divides.
- Boys Don't Cry - A poignant exploration of gender identity and societal expectations, with a dramatic edge.
- The First Wives Club - A comedic tale about female friendships and empowerment, with a satirical edge.
- The House of Yes - A dark comedy that explores family dysfunction and obsessive relationships.
- But I'm a Cheerleader - A satirical take on conversion therapy with colorful visuals and LGBTQ themes.
- The Craft - A cult classic about teenage girls who dabble in witchcraft, blending drama with dark comedy.
- Evil Dead II - Combines horror with dark humor and surreal elements, much like John Waters' works.
- Superbad - A coming-of-age comedy that explores friendship and social dynamics among teens.
- The Favourite - A darkly comedic look at power dynamics and relationships in a historical setting.
- The Company of Wolves - A surreal, dark fairy tale that explores sexual awakening and transformation.
- The Skin I Live In - A psychological drama that blends horror and provocative themes, reflecting on identity.
- The Bird Watcher - Focuses on themes of nature and societal estrangement with a quirky narrative style.
- Saving Face - Explores identity and acceptance in a humorous and heartfelt way, focusing on familial bonds.
- Room - A gripping exploration of captivity and identity, with a focus on emotional depth.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1972 | United States of America | Comedy | 28364 | 6 | Movie | Released | |
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2007 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 139670 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 3 |
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1990 | United States of America | Comedy | 65475 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 4 | 1965 | United States of America | Action | 16318 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | NR | |
| 5 |
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1975 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 168711 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 6 |
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1999 | United States of America | Comedy | 104878 | 5.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 7 |
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2004 | United States of America | Drama | 442749 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 8 | 1995 | United States of America | Comedy | 37523 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 | |
| 9 |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 133377 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 10 |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 102552 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 11 |
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1999 | United States of America | Drama | 1220120 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 | 1994 | Australia | Comedy | 56198 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
| 13 |
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1995 | United States of America | Comedy | 250536 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 14 |
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2001 | United States of America | Comedy | 253259 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 15 |
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2001 | France | Drama | 388083 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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1998 | United States of America | Comedy | 15011 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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1986 | United States of America | Comedy | 87570 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 18 |
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2005 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 21706 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 19 |
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2019 | United States of America | Comedy | 7535 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2001 | United States of America | Comedy | 315566 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 21 |
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2015 | France | Drama | 303575 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 134837 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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2015 | United States of America | Comedy | 143544 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 24 |
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1986 | United States of America | Comedy | 89907 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 25 |
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1999 | United States of America | Biography | 104107 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 26 |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 54916 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 27 |
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1997 | Comedy | 8883 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 28 |
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2000 | United States of America | Comedy | 43047 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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1996 | United States of America | Drama | 109729 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 30 |
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1987 | United States of America | Comedy | 184014 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 31 |
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2007 | United States of America | Comedy | 640803 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 32 |
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2018 | Ireland | Biography | 239037 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 33 |
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1984 | United Kingdom | Drama | 18677 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 34 |
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2011 | Spain | Drama | 167909 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 35 |
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2000 | France | Comedy | 31 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 36 |
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2004 | United States of America | Comedy | 13681 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 37 |
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2015 | Canada | Drama | 455229 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
