Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to We Were the Lucky Ones List

  • The Book Thief - Both explore themes of survival during World War II through unique narratives.
  • Life is Beautiful - A heart-wrenching yet uplifting story set in the backdrop of World War II about love and resilience.
  • The Pianist - Follows the life of a Jewish man struggling for survival in Nazi-occupied Warsaw.
  • Schindler's List - A historical drama that delves into the Holocaust and the struggle for survival.
  • The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Explores the innocence of childhood amidst the horrors of the Holocaust.
  • Hotel Rwanda - Based on true events, it tells the story of survival during a brutal genocide.
  • Safeguard - Focuses on the themes of sacrifice and resilience under oppressive conditions.
  • The Zookeeper's Wife - A true story of a woman who helps save Jews during the German occupation.
  • A Hidden Life - Explores themes of faith and resistance in the face of tyranny.
  • The Diary of Anne Frank - A poignant story of a young girl's life hiding from Nazis during WWII.
  • Defiance - Inspired by true events, it follows brothers who lead a group of Jews escaping the Nazis.
  • The Resistance Banker - Focuses on real-life resistance fighters trying to save Jewish lives in WWII.
  • In Darkness - A Holocaust film centered around survival only through the compassion of others.
  • The Other Side of Hope - Explores themes of displacement and human resilience in difficult times.
  • The Reader - Themes of love and moral ambiguity in post-WWII Germany.
  • Mary Queen of Scots - Historical drama that reflects on political struggles and personal sacrifice.
  • The Life of Others - Explores themes of surveillance, loss, and human compassion in East Germany.
  • Son of Saul - A harrowing portrayal of an Auschwitz worker trying to give a burial to his son.
  • The Aftermath - Set after WWII, it delves into the painful aftermath of war and its psychological effects.
  • The Chronicles of the Siege of Valencia - Historical perspectives on war, survival, and human experience.
  • First They Killed My Father - A true story of survival during the Cambodian genocide, similar in its emotional intensity.
  • The Constant Gardener - Involves themes of loss, struggle, and the search for truth in a chaotic world.
  • Nim's Island - Though lighter, it celebrates the spirit of adventure and the strength of family bonds.
  • Allied - A love story set against the backdrop of World War II, exploring hope amidst chaos.
  • The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Explores post-war recovery and the lasting impact of conflict on relationships.
  • The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks - Portrays struggles of survival and the pursuit of justice and truth.
  • The Misadventures of Cameron Post - While different in setting, it explores themes of identity and resilience under societal pressure.
  • Come and See - A powerful anti-war film about the impact of conflict and the loss of innocence.
  • The Kite Runner - Similar emotional depth in friendship and survival in troubled times.
  • Goodbye Lenin! - A bittersweet story of family ties against the backdrop of political turmoil.
  • The Last Suit - Follows an elderly man's journey of survival and redemption, echoing themes of human connection.
  • The Goldfinch - A young man's coming-of-age story influenced by tragedy, loss, and survival.
  • The Sound of Music - A musical that tells a story of escape from Nazi Austria, focusing on love and resilience.
  • Sophie’s Choice - Exploration of decisions under duress during WWII, centering on personal sacrifice.
  • The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind - A tale of resilience and ingenuity in the face of adversity, similar in spirit.
  • Fury - Set during WWII, it showcases the strength of human bonds through the trials of war.
  • Beyond the Horizon - Follows characters navigating through uncertain times with themes of human connection.
  • The Silence of Others - A gripping documentary showing the fight for justice after trauma, resonating with similar themes.
  • Jojo Rabbit - A satirical take on WWII, exploring themes of innocence and love in dire circumstances.
  • The Help - Explores themes of strength, resistance, and unity against oppressive systems.
  • The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Children's innocence is tested amidst the brutal reality of the Holocaust.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Book Thief
The Book Thief
131 min
2013 Germany 143107 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
2 1997 Italy 750960 8.6 Movie Released PG-13
3
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
4 1993 United States of America 1468400 9 Movie Released R
5
Hotel Rwanda
Hotel Rwanda
121 min
2004 Italy 374612 8.1 Movie Released
6
Safeguard
Safeguard
94 min
2020 United Kingdom 259 3.6 Movie Released
7 2017 Czech Republic 47233 7 Movie Released
8
A Hidden Life
A Hidden Life
173 min
2019 Germany 28876 7.4 Movie Released PG-13
9 1959 United States of America 13797 7.4 Movie Released NR
10
Defiance
Defiance
137 min
2008 United States of America 156497 7.1 Movie Released R
11 2018 Netherlands 10803 6.9 Movie Released R
12
In Darkness
In Darkness
100 min
2018 United Kingdom 14362 5.8 Movie Released
13 2017 Finland 13854 7.2 Movie Released
14
The Reader
The Reader
124 min
2008 Germany 262108 7.6 Movie Released R
15 2018 United Kingdom 55849 6.3 Movie Released
16
Son of Saul
Son of Saul
107 min
2015 France 52327 7.4 Movie Released R
17
The Aftermath
The Aftermath
108 min
2019 United States of America 24102 6.3 Movie Released R
18 2017 United States of America 20682 7.2 Movie Released R
19 2005 China 149417 7.3 Movie Released R
20
Nim's Island
Nim's Island
96 min
2008 United States of America 37105 6 Movie Released PG
21
Allied
Allied
124 min
2016 China 171926 7.1 Movie Released R
22 2017 United States of America 4040 6.4 Movie Released
23
Come and See
Come and See
142 min
1985 Soviet Union 100240 8.4 Movie Released NR
24
The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner
128 min
2007 China 82835 7.6 Movie Released
25
The Last Suit
The Last Suit
91 min
2017 Argentina 953 7.1 Movie Released
26
The Goldfinch
The Goldfinch
149 min
2019 United States of America 27429 6.4 Movie Released R
27 1965 United States of America 264336 8.1 Movie Released G
28 2019 Malawi 45488 7.6 Movie Released
29
Fury
Fury
135 min
2014 United States of America 555635 7.6 Movie Released R
30 2020 Belgium 492 6.5 Movie Released
31 2019 Canada 2393 8 Movie Released
32
Jojo Rabbit
Jojo Rabbit
108 min
2019 Czech Republic 447785 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
33
The Help
The Help
146 min
2011 India 498104 8.1 Movie Released
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