Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Louis Theroux: America's Medicated Kids List
- Kids Behind Bars: Life or Parole - Explores the lives of young offenders and examines the impact of the criminal justice system on youth.
- The Most Hated Family in America - Investigates the Westboro Baptist Church and its controversial views, similar to Theroux's probing style.
- Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - Touches on themes of mental health and societal perceptions of it through a dramatic comedy lens.
- My Strange Addiction - Documents individuals with unusual obsessions, paralleling the examination of extreme behaviors.
- American Teen - Follows a group of high school seniors, portraying the struggles faced by teenagers today.
- Born This Way - Follows a group of individuals with Down syndrome, exploring societal attitudes and personal stories.
- Addicted - Focuses on the stories of individuals struggling with various addictions, similar to the theme of medication in kids.
- Life on the Streets - Examines the lives of homeless youth, highlighting social issues and personal narratives.
- Hoarders - Explores extreme hoarding cases, similar to documenting mental health struggles.
- Intervention - Follows individuals battling addiction, showcasing real-life struggles like Theroux's documentaries.
- The World's Strictest Parents - Follows troubled teens sent to live with strict families, exploring youth behavior and discipline.
- Dope Sick Love - A raw look at drug addiction in NYC, paralleling the exploration of substance-related issues.
- The Real World - Follows a group of young adults living together, addressing real-life issues similar to Theroux's works.
- Young@Heart - Follows an elderly choir, showcasing diverse experiences and challenges like young adults face.
- American Beautiful - Documents various societal issues in America, touching on similar themes of youth and challenges.
- Wild Wild Country - Explores a controversial community in Oregon, paralleling the investigative aspect of Theroux's style.
- 16 and Pregnant - Focuses on the challenges faced by pregnant teenagers, exploring the struggles of youth.
- Beyond Scared Straight - Showcases young offenders and their confrontations with prison life, similar to youth behavioral studies.
- Euphoria - Explores the lives of high school students dealing with trauma, mental health, and addiction.
- Freaks and Geeks - A coming-of-age series that reflects on teenage struggles and societal pressures.
- The House I Live In - Examines the war on drugs and its impact on various communities, similar to exploring societal issues.
- Teen Mom - Follows the lives of young mothers, giving insights into the challenges and realities faced by teens.
- Unseen - An exploration of mental health issues, similar to the themes explored in Theroux's works.
- The Intervention - A dramatic portrayal of addiction and its effects on relationships, similar to real-life explorations.
- People of the Year - Dives into inspiring stories, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of individuals, much like Theroux.
- March of the Penguins - Though nature-focused, it parallels personal struggles and survival, reminiscent of human documentaries.
- Diagnosis: Death - Explores unique medical cases and societal reactions, akin to Theroux's examination of health issues.
- Cheer - Follows a competitive cheerleading team, exploring the pressures faced by young athletes.
- The Secret Life of the American Teenager - Explores teenage pregnancy and its impact on youth, highlighting serious social issues.
- The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing - Explores elements of film that impact societal perceptions, intertwining with real-life narratives.
- Child of Our Time - Follows children over years, exploring developmental and social issues similar to youth-oriented documentaries.
- This is Life with Lisa Ling - Investigates complex social issues with a focus on personal stories, akin to Theroux's approach.
- Shameless - A comedic yet raw portrayal of a dysfunctional family and their struggles with societal perceptions.
- Roast Battle - Addresses social issues through comedy, showcasing different perspectives and personal narratives.
- The World's Cutest Animal - Explores social themes and personal stories through the lens of animal behavior and interactions.
- American Factory - Examines cultural clashes in the workplace, reflecting on societal issues like job security and identity.
- For the Love of Money - Explores the impact of money on relationships and society, similar to themes of struggle in youth.
- The Fosters - Follows a blended family navigating various challenges, paralleling the examination of youth struggles.
Last updated: 2024-10-05 22:32:15
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2019 | United States of America | Documentary | 184 | 7.1 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 2 |
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2015 | United States of America | Comedy | 22932 | 7.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 3 |
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2010 | United States of America | Biography | 1212 | 5.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-PG |
| 4 |
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2008 | United States of America | Documentary | 4239 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 5 |
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2015 | United States of America | Comedy | 575 | 8.5 | Serie | Returning Series | |
| 6 |
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2014 | United States of America | Drama | 12389 | 5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 7 |
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2009 | United States of America | Documentary | 3680 | 6.5 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-PG |
| 8 |
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2005 | United States of America | Documentary | 3071 | 7.9 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 9 |
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2005 | Documentary | 1184 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | ||
| 10 |
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1992 | United States of America | Reality-TV | 4313 | 5.2 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 11 |
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2018 | United States of America | Crime | 35803 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 12 |
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2009 | United States of America | Documentary | 2813 | 3.2 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 13 |
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2011 | United States of America | Crime | 1272 | 7.3 | Serie | Canceled | TV-PG |
| 14 |
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2019 | Israel | Drama | 251332 | 8.3 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-MA |
| 15 |
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1999 | United States of America | Comedy | 154694 | 8.8 | Serie | Canceled | TV-14 |
| 16 |
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2012 | Australia | Crime | 5410 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
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2023 | United States of America | Horror | 2197 | 5.8 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 18 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 6575 | 6 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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2005 | France | Documentary | 60384 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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2010 | New Zealand | Comedy | 964 | 4.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 21 |
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2020 | United States of America | Documentary | 6925 | 8 | Serie | Returning Series | |
| 22 |
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2008 | United States of America | Comedy | 21044 | 4.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 23 | 2004 | Japan | Documentary | 3219 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | ||
| 24 |
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2014 | United States of America | Documentary | 492 | 8 | Serie | Returning Series | |
| 25 |
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2011 | United States of America | Comedy | 293526 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 26 |
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2018 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 290 | 7.1 | Serie | Returning Series | NR |
| 27 |
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2019 | United States of America | Documentary | 24071 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2012 | United States of America | Crime | 1091 | 4.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 29 |
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2013 | United States of America | Drama | 31104 | 7.9 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
