Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to King Lear List
- Ran - Akira Kurosawa's adaptation of King Lear set in feudal Japan.
- The Lion King - A story centered around kingship, betrayal, and familial discord.
- The Tragedy of Macbeth - Another Shakespearean tragedy exploring themes of power and loyalty.
- Fool for Love - Intense characters and relationships echoing the themes of betrayal and madness.
- A Thousand Acres - A modern retelling of King Lear set on an Iowa farm.
- The King's Speech - Themes of authority, communication, and family dynamics.
- The Crown - Explores the complexities of royalty and familial conflicts.
- House of Cards - Power struggles and betrayal in politics reflecting Lear's themes.
- Nightwatching - Focuses on the life of Rembrandt, paralleling themes of perception and madness.
- The Dresser - Explores the relationship between an aging actor and his assistant amidst a play.
- The Last King of Scotland - Dramatic exploration of power and madness in a historical context.
- The Ides of March - Depicts political corruption and moral decay that echoes Lear's themes.
- A Streetcar Named Desire - Complex family relationships and descending madness resonate with Lear's narrative.
- The Merchant of Venice - Another Shakespearean tale of power, greed, and betrayal.
- The Fall - Intense psychological drama with themes of manipulation and trauma.
- The Godfather - Family loyalty, betrayal, and power struggles akin to Lear's themes.
- Chinatown - Complex family entanglements and a sense of inevitable tragedy.
- Breaking Bad - Transformation of relationships under the pressure of crime and ambition.
- The Sopranos - Explores family dynamics and power in a crime family context.
- Dark Shadows - Themes of betrayal, family curse, and madness within a Gothic framework.
- Game of Thrones - Political intrigue, family betrayal, and the quest for power.
- The Crucible - A harrowing tale reflecting themes of power, betrayal, and moral ambiguity.
- The Wire - Detailed exploration of personal and systemic failures, echoing Lear's themes.
- Death of a Salesman - Explores family dynamics and disillusionment reflecting Lear's themes.
- The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford - Themes of betrayal, power, and legacy resonate throughout.
- The Favourite - Intrigue and manipulations among powerful figures in historical settings.
- The Queen - Power, legacy, and familial complexities in a royal context.
- The Tempest - Another Shakespearean drama involving themes of reconciliation and madness.
- Julius Caesar - Political betrayal and morality in another Shakespearean context.
- The Road - Explores profound themes of loss and familial bonds in a bleak setting.
- The Hunt - Intense emotional drama involving wrongful accusations and societal madness.
- The Pigeon Tunnel - Explores power dynamics and personal narratives that reflect Lear's themes.
- The Great - A satirical exploration of power and personal relationships among royals.
- The Other Boleyn Girl - Power struggles and betrayals within royal dynamics.
- Revolutionary Road - Dives into the complexities of domestic life and personal failure.
- The Prestige - Obsession, rivalry, and betrayal among friends echoing Lear's themes.
- The Man Who Knew Infinity - Exploration of ambition, legacy, and interpersonal relationships.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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| 1 |
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1985 | Japan | Action | 137891 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 2 |
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1994 | United States of America | Adventure | 1156880 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | G |
| 3 |
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2021 | United States of America | Drama | 40349 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 2977 | 6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 |
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1997 | United States of America | Drama | 5859 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 6 |
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2010 | United Kingdom | Biography | 711617 | 8 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Biography | 260567 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 8 |
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2013 | United States of America | Drama | 534923 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 9 |
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2007 | Canada | Drama | 3475 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 |
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1983 | United Kingdom | Drama | 5772 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 11 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 197314 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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2011 | United States of America | Drama | 232023 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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1951 | United States of America | Drama | 115160 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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2004 | Italy | Drama | 38492 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
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2013 | Ireland | Crime | 121468 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 16 |
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1972 | United States of America | Crime | 2040040 | 9.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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1974 | United States of America | Drama | 354079 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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2008 | United States of America | Crime | 2187130 | 9.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 19 |
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1999 | United States of America | Crime | 484655 | 9.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 20 |
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2012 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 282221 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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2011 | United Kingdom | Action | 2329040 | 9.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 22 |
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1996 | United States of America | Drama | 40481 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 23 |
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2002 | United States of America | Crime | 384058 | 9.3 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 24 |
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1985 | Germany | Drama | 11858 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 25 | 2007 | Canada | Drama | 194193 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 26 |
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2018 | Ireland | Biography | 239037 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 27 |
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2006 | France | Drama | 116428 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 28 |
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2010 | India | Drama | 8236 | 5.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 29 |
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1953 | United States of America | Drama | 13068 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2009 | United States of America | Adventure | 256876 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 31 |
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2012 | Belgium | Drama | 369804 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 32 |
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2023 | United Kingdom | Biography | 1744 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 33 |
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2020 | Italy | Biography | 55745 | 8.1 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 34 |
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2008 | United Kingdom | Drama | 120827 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 35 |
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2008 | United Kingdom | Drama | 226495 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 36 |
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2006 | United Kingdom | Drama | 1458860 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 37 |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Drama | 62842 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
