Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Amadeus List

  • The Pianist - Both films explore the life of an extraordinary musician against the backdrop of historical turmoil.
  • Shine - This film depicts the life of a pianist and his struggles with mental health, similar to the personal and artistic conflicts in Amadeus.
  • Immortal Beloved - Focuses on the life of Beethoven, showcasing the genius of classical music alongside personal dramas.
  • Copying Beethoven - Explores the creative process of Beethoven, providing insight into the challenges faced by composers, akin to Amadeus.
  • The Red Violin - Follows the life of a single musical instrument across generations, intertwining music with historical events.
  • A Late Quartet - Centers on a string quartet navigating personal and professional conflicts, resonating with themes in Amadeus.
  • The Soloist - Chronicles the relationship between a journalist and a homeless musician, exploring the nuances of artistic brilliance.
  • Amadeus: The Complete Play - This adaptation of the play expands on the character dynamics and themes presented in the film.
  • The Music Never Stopped - Explores the healing power of music through the lens of family relationships, paralleling the emotional depth of Amadeus.
  • Finding Fela! - A documentary about the influential Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, exploring art's impact on society, akin to Amadeus.
  • Better Than Chocolate - Involves music and personal relationships in a vibrant but challenging context, similar to the emotional elements in Amadeus.
  • The Great Comet - Focuses on a musical narrative and character relationships, reflecting the intensity found in Amadeus.
  • The Competition - Centers around competitive pianists, showcasing ambition and rivalry in a musical setting.
  • Whiplash - A story about a young drummer's obsession and the price of success in music; echoes the passion seen in Amadeus.
  • Milos Forman: What Doesn't Kill You - A documentary discussing the works of Milos Forman, who directed Amadeus, providing insight into his perspective on artistic expression.
  • Fame - Explores the lives of students in a performing arts school, delving into ambition and the sacrifices made for art.
  • Bird - Explores the life of jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker, highlighting the personal struggles of a musical genius.
  • Mozart in the Jungle - A series that revolves around the world of classical music, showcasing the complexities of musicians' lives.
  • Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - A musical that dives deep into the life of its titular character, weaving themes of obsession and revenge.
  • Hannah Arendt - Explores the life of a brilliant thinker and her intellectual struggles, offering a similar tone of genius and societal context.
  • Il Postino - A heartfelt story that weaves poetry and personal relationships, echoing the artistic endeavors present in Amadeus.
  • The Doors - A biographical account of Jim Morrison's life, exploring the nature of artistic genius in the face of societal pressures.
  • The Nightingale - A historical drama focusing on artistic expression and suffering, resonant with the themes in Amadeus.
  • Eight Days a Week - A documentary chronicling The Beatles' rise to fame, touching on similar themes of musical influence and genius.
  • Frida - Biopic that showcases the life of the artist Frida Kahlo, highlighting the intersection of art and personal struggle.
  • Life of Pi - A narrative rich in metaphor and artistry, exploring the struggle of an individual against obstacles.
  • A Star Is Born - The journey of an artist dealing with personal demons and fame parallels the narratives of musical genius and downfall.
  • A Beautiful Mind - Follows a brilliant mind faced with personal challenges, echoing the complexities found in Amadeus.
  • Pollock - A biopic of the troubled artist Jackson Pollock, emphasizing the struggles of genius and artistic expression.
  • The Fault in Our Stars - Explores deep emotional connections against the backdrop of daunting challenges, resonating with the intensity in Amadeus.
  • The Social Network - Follows the rise of Facebook's founder and his personal and professional rivalries, which mirrors the competition in Amadeus.
  • Birdman - Centers on an actor's struggle for relevance and his artistic journey, resonating with Amadeus's themes of obsession and legacy.
  • The Greatest Showman - Follows the life of P.T. Barnum and his desire for greatness in the arts, similar to the ambitions explored in Amadeus.
  • Coal Miner's Daughter - The extraordinary life of singer Loretta Lynn showcases artistic struggle and triumph, mirroring the themes of Amadeus.
  • Loving Vincent - A unique animated depiction of Vincent van Gogh’s life, exploring the turbulent spirit of an artist.
  • Becoming Bond - A biographical film that explores an actor's journey and personal life, reflecting the trials of creativity and success.
  • This is Spinal Tap - A comedic take on the music industry, reflecting the passion and absurdity present in the world of famous musicians.
  • Great Performances: The Metropolitan Opera Presents: Amadeus - A performance adaptation of the story of Mozart, highlighting the essence of the original Amadeus narrative.

Last updated: 2024-09-23 03:45:43

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
2
Shine
Shine
105 min
1996 Australia 57044 7.6 Movie Released
3 1994 United States of America 26394 7.4 Movie Released R
4 2006 Germany 14173 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
5
The Red Violin
The Red Violin
131 min
1998 Canada 34656 7.6 Movie Released R
6
A Late Quartet
A Late Quartet
105 min
2012 United States of America 15414 7.1 Movie Released R
7
The Soloist
The Soloist
109 min
2009 France 55574 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
8 2011 United States of America 8739 7.5 Movie Released PG
9 1999 Canada 8813 6.1 Movie Released R
10
The Competition
The Competition
123 min
1980 United States of America 2913 6.6 Movie Released
11
Whiplash
Whiplash
107 min
2014 United States of America 1009580 8.5 Movie Released
12
Fame
Fame
134 min
1980 United States of America 24942 6.6 Movie Released R
13
Bird
Bird
161 min
1988 United States of America 13633 7.1 Movie Released R
14
Mozart in the Jungle
Mozart in the Jungle
30 min
SS 4 EP 40
2014 United States of America 26050 8.1 Serie Canceled TV-MA
15 2007 United Kingdom 389417 7.3 Movie Released R
16
Hannah Arendt
Hannah Arendt
113 min
2012 France 12092 7.1 Movie Released NR
17
The Doors
The Doors
140 min
1991 United States of America 100009 7.2 Movie Released
18
The Nightingale
The Nightingale
136 min
2018 Australia 36559 7.3 Movie Released
19 1997 United States of America 3546 6 Movie Released R
20
Frida
Frida
123 min
2002 Canada 96034 7.3 Movie Released R
21
Life of Pi
Life of Pi
127 min
2012 Canada 671802 7.9 Movie Released
22
A Star Is Born
A Star Is Born
136 min
2018 United States of America 424179 7.6 Movie Released
23 2001 United States of America 996118 8.2 Movie Released
24
Pollock
Pollock
122 min
2000 United States of America 29810 7 Movie Released R
25 2014 United States of America 405184 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
26 2010 United States of America 767077 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
27 2017 United States of America 316915 7.5 Movie Released PG
28 1980 United States of America 20752 7.5 Movie Released PG
29 2017 United Kingdom 64344 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
30
Becoming Bond
Becoming Bond
91 min
2017 United States of America 3268 7.5 Movie Released
31 1984 United States of America 148456 7.9 Movie Released R
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