Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to That Thing You Do! List

• Almost Famous - Focuses on a young band's rise to fame during the 1970s.
• A Mighty Wind - A mockumentary about folk music bands preparing for a concert.
• The Wonders - A story about a musical group's sudden success and personal dynamics.
• This Is Spinal Tap - A rock band mockumentary that parodies the music industry.
• Sing Street - A coming-of-age film featuring a group forming a band in the 1980s.
• The Boat That Rocked - Follows a band of rogue DJs on a pirate radio ship in the 1960s.
• La La Land - A musical about aspiring artists navigating their dreams in Los Angeles.
• Step Brothers - Comedy featuring outlandish friendships and musical aspirations.
• Ferocious Planet - An adventurous story about characters facing challenges in a new world.
• The Runaways - Chronicles the rise of an all-girl rock band in the 1970s.
• Hairspray - Musical film with themes of fame and the pursuit of dreams.
• Grease - Classic musical focused on high school life and teenage bands.
• The Commitments - About a group trying to form a soul band in Dublin.
• Begin Again - Explores the music scene through the relationship of a singer-songwriter and a producer.
• Bandwagon - Revolves around a group determined to reach success in the entertainment field.
• The Last Waltz - A concert film documenting the farewell performance of The Band.
• All Things Must Pass - The story of the rise and fall of Tower Records, touching on music business themes.
• Inside Llewyn Davis - Follows a struggling folk musician in the 1960s music scene.
• Smokey and the Bandit - Action-comedy with themes of camaraderie and adventure.
• The School of Rock - Follows a wannabe rock star who becomes a music teacher, forming a band with students.
• The Sweet Hereafter - Deals with personal drama and the complexities of life decisions.
• Coyote Ugly - Follows a woman pursuing her dreams while working at a bar.
• O Brother, Where Art Thou? - A musical adventure in the American South with folk music themes.
• Rocketman - A musical biopic about the life of Elton John, exploring fame and music.
• 9 Songs - Intersperses a love story with live concert performances.
• The Parent Trap - While primarily a family film, it contains elements of pursuing personal likes and dreams.
• School of Rock - Blends comedy with music, showcasing the impact of rock on youth.
• That Thing You Do! - Style and themes of youthful ambition and musical dreams.
• 20 Feet from Stardom - A documentary highlighting backup singers and their roles in the music industry.
• I Am Trying to Break Your Heart - A documentary about the band Wilco and the music industry.
• The Dirt - Tells the story of the band Mötley Crüe and their rise to fame.
• Yesterday - Centres around a musician who plays Beatles songs in an alternate reality.
• What We Do in the Shadows - A comedic take on a group with ambition and diverse characters.
• The King and I - Explores cultural exchanges through a musical lens.
• Mamma Mia! - Musical that celebrates love and friendship with catchy songs.
• The Music Never Stopped - Explores the persisting influence of music on relationships and lives.
• A Star Is Born - Various iterations depict the rise of a musician amidst personal struggles.
• The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Cult musical comedy revolving around adventure and music.
• Hedwig and the Angry Inch - A musical exploration of identity and connection within rock music.
• Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping - A mockumentary about a pop star and the absurdity of fame.
• Get Him to The Greek - A music comedy about a wild rock star and the journey to success.
• The High Note - A film about a young assistant's dreams within the music industry.
• We're The Millers - Comedy focusing on an unconventional group working together towards a goal.
• My Best Friend's Wedding - Mixes romance and comedy among friends, with music as a backdrop.
• The Other Woman - Comedy film about friendship, relationships, and tackling life's surprises.
• Love & Mercy - Biopic exploring the life of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys' musical legacy.