Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to David Bowie: Five Years List
- Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon - Explores the life and psyche of a personality in the horror genre, similar to the exploration of Bowie's artistic persona.
- Searching for Sugar Man - A documentary that delves into the life of a musician, echoing the themes of legacy and impact seen in Bowie's story.
- 20 Feet from Stardom - Focuses on the untold true story of backup singers, paralleling Bowie's collaborations and influence within music.
- Punk: Attitude - Explores the punk music movement, akin to examining Bowie's transformative period in music history.
- The Runaways - A biopic about a teenage girl band, tackling themes of fame and music history, similar to Bowie's journey.
- Amy - A documentary about Amy Winehouse that delves into her life and struggles, reflecting themes present in Bowie's life.
- Marley - Explores the life of Bob Marley, detailing his music and influence, paralleling Bowie's cultural impact.
- The Doors - A biopic about The Doors' frontman Jim Morrison, exploring their artistry and struggles similar to Bowie.
- Jazz: A Film by Ken Burns - A comprehensive documentary series on jazz music, touching on influences and musicians similar to Bowie's community.
- The Defiant Ones - A documentary about the partnership between Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, exploring artistry and collaboration akin to Bowie.
- What Happened, Miss Simone? - A documentary exploring Nina Simone's life and struggles, resonating with the themes of legacy in Bowie's journey.
- The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years - A documentary detailing the Beatles' career, emphasizing influence in music history similar to Bowie's.
- Sound City - Explores the legendary sound studio and its artists, reflecting on the cultural impact of music similar to Bowie's.
- This Is It - A documentary featuring Michael Jackson's last concert preparation, paralleling the exploring of an artist's life.
- Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars - A documentary concert film about Bowie's iconic persona, directly linked to his artistry.
- The Punk Singer - Showcases the life of feminist punk rocker Kathleen Hanna, paralleling themes of music and iconoclasm.
- Brian Wilson: Long Promise Road - A documentary detailing the life of the Beach Boys' frontman, examining personal and artistic journeys akin to Bowie.
- Beautiful Dreamer: Brian Wilson and the Story of Smile - Focuses on Wilson's life and ambitions in music, mirroring similar narratives found in Bowie's career.
- Exit Through the Gift Shop - A documentary about street art and its cultural implications, resonating with Bowie's visual and artistic endeavors.
- The History of Rock 'n' Roll - An in-depth documentary series on rock music, chronicling influential artists including Bowie.
- Muscle Shoals - A documentary about the iconic music studio and its artists, paralleling Bowie's exploration of musical styles.
- Diabetes: The New Normal - A series exploring individuals' health journeys, reflecting personal battles similar to how Bowie dealt with his own challenges.
- Woodstock - A documentary capturing the historic festival, profound in cultural history similar to Bowie's impact.
- The Secret Life of Walter Mitty - Explores fantasy and reality through art, mirroring Bowie's creation of fantastical personas.
- Liam Gallagher: As It Was - A documentary following the Oasis frontman's life, exploring fame and personal struggles comparable to Bowie.
- David Bowie: The Last Five Years - Another in-depth exploration of Bowie’s final years and legacy, connecting artist, music, and personal battles.
- Rude Boy - A film about the punk music scene, examining cultural shifts much like Bowie's influence on music.
- Bad Reputation - A documentary on Joan Jett's pioneering career, reflecting themes of strength and music history like Bowie's.
- Kurt Cobain: Montage of Heck - An intimate portrayal of Kurt Cobain’s life, similar in exploring the psyche of an influential artist like Bowie.
- I Am Not Your Negro - Explores race and culture through the lens of art and identity, resonates with Bowie’s own exploration of identity.
- Wicked - A musical that reimagines familiar stories, similar to Bowie's experimental artistic expressions.
- The Last Waltz - A concert film documenting The Band's farewell concert, similar to Bowie's epic performances.
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood - Reflects on Hollywood and culture in the late 1960s, akin to Bowie's impactful presence in that era.
- The Wrecking Crew - Explores the session musicians behind popular music, connecting with Bowie's collaborations and musical landscape.
- A Star is Born - Explores the life of a musician rising to fame while dealing with personal challenges, echoing Bowie's own narrative.
- The Osbournes - Follows the life of rock musician Ozzy Osbourne and family, touching on themes of fame and family similar to Bowie.
- Anvil! The Story of Anvil - A documentary about an overlooked band, reflecting the ups and downs of an artist's journey like Bowie.
- The Decline of Western Civilization - A documentary series exploring the punk rock scene, resonating with Bowie's influence in music.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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| 1 | 2006 | United States of America | Comedy | 25686 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R | |
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2012 | Finland | Biography | 73382 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 14029 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 4 |
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2005 | United States of America | Documentary | 1676 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 5 |
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2010 | United States of America | Music | 51238 | 6.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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2015 | United Kingdom | Biography | 55916 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 7 |
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2012 | United Kingdom | Music | 14596 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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1991 | United States of America | Biography | 100009 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 |
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1958 | United States of America | Crime | 18141 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 10 |
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2015 | United States of America | Biography | 14908 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 | 2016 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 13936 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | NR | |
| 12 |
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2013 | United States of America | Documentary | 13502 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 13 |
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2009 | United States of America | Documentary | 42073 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 14 | 1983 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 3021 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
| 15 |
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2013 | United Kingdom | Biography | 3114 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 | 2004 | Documentary | 347 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |||
| 17 |
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2010 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 69135 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 18 |
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1995 | United States of America | Documentary | 135 | 8.2 | Serie | Ended | |
| 19 |
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2013 | Biography | 4332 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG | |
| 20 |
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1970 | United States of America | Documentary | 18619 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 21 |
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2013 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 344677 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 22 |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 1914 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 | 2017 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 2881 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | G | |
| 24 |
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1980 | United Kingdom | Drama | 1640 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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2018 | United States of America | Biography | 1476 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 26 |
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2017 | Belgium | Documentary | 23707 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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1998 | United States of America | Thriller | 3462 | 5.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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1978 | United States of America | Biography | 20450 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 29 |
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2008 | United States of America | Music | 3776 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 30 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 424179 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 31 |
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2002 | United States of America | Comedy | 3929 | 5.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-PG |
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2008 | Canada | Documentary | 16936 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 33 | 1981 | United States of America | Documentary | 4975 | 7.5 | Movie | Released |
