Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Big Knife List

  • Sunset Boulevard - Both explore the dark side of Hollywood and the sacrifices made for fame.
  • The Player - Similar themes of ambition and moral dilemmas in the film industry.
  • Birdman - Focuses on the struggles of an actor in the theater world, addressing fame and artistry.
  • All About Eve - Centers around ambition, jealousy, and manipulation in a theatrical setting.
  • Network - Critiques the television industry and the lengths people will go for success.
  • What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? - Explores the complicated relationships and rivalry between aging actresses.
  • A Star is Born - Examines the personal and professional struggles of individuals in show business.
  • Sabrina - Deals with aspirations and relationships influenced by wealth and fame.
  • The Bad and the Beautiful - A tale of ambition and deceit behind the scenes of Hollywood.
  • The Sweet Smell of Success - Focuses on the power struggles in the world of entertainment.
  • The Great Gatsby - Themes of ambition, love, and the flaws of the American Dream.
  • The Aviator - Depicts the rise and fall of a film mogul and his personal struggles.
  • Mildred Pierce - A woman's ambition leads her through trials in a male-dominated world.
  • A Face in the Crowd - Explores the corrupting nature of fame and media influence.
  • The Front Page - Covers the backroom machinations of media and its impact on personal lives.
  • Joy - Follows a woman's journey through ambition and familial pressures in business.
  • La La Land - Examines the dreams and struggles of aspiring artists in Hollywood.
  • The Devil Wears Prada - Explores ambition and the sacrifices made in the fashion industry.
  • The Post - Centers around media, integrity, and the pursuit of truth amidst pressure.
  • Fame - Focuses on the aspirations of young individuals in the performing arts.
  • All That Jazz - Explores the excesses and struggles of the theater and film industry.
  • The Wrestler - A look at the sacrifices made by performers for fame and recognition.
  • - A filmmaker's existential crisis reminiscent of the struggles depicted in The Big Knife.
  • Sunshine Boys - A comedy exploring the complicated dynamics between aging entertainers.
  • The Magic of Belle Isle - Addresses themes of personal redemption through storytelling and relationships.
  • Tropic Thunder - A satirical look at the film industry and the absurdities within.
  • The Birdcage - Focuses on the complexities of identity and performance in the entertainment industry.
  • Moonlight - Explores personal struggles and the search for identity, reminiscent of artistry themes.
  • Chinatown - Explores power, corruption, and intrigue in a film noir style.
  • Once Upon a Time in Hollywood - Nostalgic take on the film industry, showcasing ambition and rivalry.
  • Raging Bull - Focuses on the life and struggles of a man in the public eye with personal demons.
  • The Imitation Game - Centers on genius, ambition, and the sacrifices for one's passion.
  • Inside Llewyn Davis - Follows a struggling artist in the performance world, embodying themes of despair.
  • The Disaster Artist - A comedic portrayal of the film industry and the challenges of ambition.
  • The Best Actor - Explores the pressures and sacrifices faced by a stage actor.
  • Stage Beauty - Explores gender roles and identity in the theatrical world.
  • A Serious Man - Delves into personal struggles similar to characters in ambitious environments.
  • Silver Linings Playbook - Focuses on the journey of self-discovery amidst personal struggles.
  • Funny Face - Explores the world of fashion and the pursuit of artistic ambition.
  • The Talented Mr. Ripley - Explores themes of deception and resentment towards fame.
  • The King of Comedy - Examines the obsession with fame and the extremes taken to achieve it.
  • Shakespeare in Love - Focuses on ambition, passion, and the theater in historical context.

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# 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
Network
Network
122 min
1976 United States of America 172785 8.1 Movie Released R
5 1962 United States of America 62795 8 Movie Released NR
6
A Star Is Born
A Star Is Born
136 min
2018 United States of America 424179 7.6 Movie Released
7
Sabrina
Sabrina
113 min
1954 United States of America 71191 7.6 Movie Released
8 1952 United States of America 16639 7.8 Movie Released NR
9 2013 United States of America 603835 7.2 Movie Released
10
The Aviator
The Aviator
170 min
2004 Germany 386818 7.5 Movie Released PG-13
11
Mildred Pierce
Mildred Pierce
111 min
1945 United States of America 29043 7.9 Movie Released NR
12 1957 United States of America 17392 8.2 Movie Released
13
The Front Page
The Front Page
105 min
1974 United States of America 15551 7.3 Movie Released PG
14
Joy
Joy
124 min
2015 United States of America 146687 6.6 Movie Released PG-13
15
La La Land
La La Land
129 min
2016 Hong Kong 684970 8 Movie Released PG-13
16 2006 United States of America 478550 6.9 Movie Released
17
The Post
The Post
116 min
2017 United States of America 163821 7.2 Movie Released
18
Fame
Fame
134 min
1980 United States of America 24942 6.6 Movie Released R
19
All That Jazz
All That Jazz
123 min
1979 United States of America 36041 7.8 Movie Released R
20
The Wrestler
The Wrestler
109 min
2008 United States of America 321552 7.9 Movie Released R
21
8½

139 min
1963 Italy 126261 8 Movie Released NR
22
Sunshine Boys
Sunshine Boys
83 min
2013 South Korea 52 6.5 Movie Released
23 2012 United States of America 20517 6.9 Movie Released
24
Tropic Thunder
Tropic Thunder
107 min
2008 United States of America 453106 7.1 Movie Released R
25
The Birdcage
The Birdcage
119 min
1996 United States of America 102552 7.2 Movie Released R
26
Moonlight
Moonlight
111 min
2016 United States of America 334820 7.4 Movie Released R
27
Chinatown
Chinatown
130 min
1974 United States of America 354079 8.1 Movie Released R
28
Raging Bull
Raging Bull
129 min
1980 United States of America 383916 8.1 Movie Released R
29 2014 United States of America 832628 8 Movie Released PG-13
30 2013 France 164727 7.4 Movie Released R
31 2017 United States of America 165589 7.3 Movie Released R
32
Stage Beauty
Stage Beauty
106 min
2004 United Kingdom 10787 7.1 Movie Released R
33
A Serious Man
A Serious Man
106 min
2009 United States of America 151162 7 Movie Released R
34 2012 United States of America 747428 7.7 Movie Released
35
Funny Face
Funny Face
103 min
1957 United States of America 33403 7 Movie Released NR
36 1999 United States of America 250668 7.4 Movie Released R
37 1982 United States of America 120952 7.8 Movie Released PG
38 1998 United States of America 235567 7.1 Movie Released R
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