Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Anvil! The Story of Anvil List

• This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary about a fictional heavy metal band, showcasing their struggles and comedic moments.
• Metal: A Headbanger's Journey - A documentary exploring the history and culture of heavy metal music.
• Bones Brigade: An Autobiography - A documentary about the legendary skateboarding team that resonates with themes of passion and perseverance.
• Searching for Sugar Man - A documentary about musicians whose work is rediscovered, similar to Anvil's story of resilience.
• The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years - A documentary focusing on the heavy metal scene of the late 1980s, featuring interviews with bands.
• A Band Called Death - The story of a punk band that pioneers the genre but faces obscurity, paralleling Anvil's journey.
• The Wrecking Crew - About the studio musicians behind popular music, showcasing dedication and creativity in music.
• 20 Feet from Stardom - Highlights the lives of backup singers whose contributions to music often go unnoticed, similar to Anvil's story.
• The Punk Singer - A documentary about Kathleen Hanna and the riot grrrl movement, focusing on passion and rising above challenges.
• Rudeboy: The Story of Trojan Records - The story of Trojan Records and the reggae music scene, similar themes of cultural impact.
• Sound City - A documentary about the famous recording studio and the musicians who recorded there, reflecting dedication to craft.
• Almost Famous - A coming-of-age story about a young journalist following a rock band on tour, capturing the essence of music culture.
• The Last Waltz - A concert film chronicling The Band's farewell performance, full of passion for music.
• It Might Get Loud - A documentary featuring guitar legends discussing their passion for music and their influences.
• American Hardcore - Explores the history of the hardcore punk scene, celebrating musicianship and cultural significance.
• Big Easy Express - Documents a train tour of musicians from various genres, highlighting the camaraderie in music.
• As I Walk Through the Valley - A behind-the-scenes look at the life of musicians and the struggles they face, echoing Anvil's story.
• The Runaways - A biopic about an iconic all-girl rock band and their rise and fall in the music industry.
• We Are the Best! - A coming-of-age film about three girls starting a punk band, showcasing the passion for music.
• I Am Trying to Break Your Heart - A documentary about the band Wilco and the struggles faced in the music industry.
• Hype! - A documentary about the Seattle grunge music scene focusing on the rise and fall of bands.
• The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years - A documentary detailing the touring years of The Beatles, reflecting on their impact and struggles.
• Let There Be Light - A documentary that dives into the life of heavy metal musicians and their journeys through challenges.
• A Star Is Born - The story of an aspiring musician and their rise to fame, capturing the struggle of making it in the industry.
• Joy Division - This documentary talks about the influential band Joy Division and their impact on music.
• The True Adventures of the Rolling Stones - A documentary chronicling the career of The Rolling Stones, showcasing longevity in music.
• The Other One: The Long Strange Trip of Bob Weir - Focuses on the life of Grateful Dead’s Bob Weir and the passion behind his music.
• Sonic Highways - A documentary series looking at the musical influence of various cities, celebrating the culture of musicianship.
• Once - A musical film about a street musician and the struggles of pursuing a music career.
• Step Brothers - While a comedy, it features characters passionate about music and forming a band, mirroring Anvil's spirit.
• Sound of Metal - A drama focusing on a drummer who loses his hearing and must adapt, showcasing the challenges of musicianship.
• Whiplash - The intense story of a young drummer and his demanding mentor, exploring dedication to music.
• The Dirt - A biographical film about Mötley Crüe, highlighting the highs and lows of rock stardom.
• My Dog Skip - Not music-centered but features themes of friendship and pursuing dreams, relatable to Anvil's story.
• Juliet, Naked - About an obscure musician and his rekindled career, exploring themes of passion and second chances.
• Song Exploder - A documentary series where artists dissect their songs, similar to exploring the passion behind music.
• Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas - While different in theme, it shares familial bonds and support, akin to Anvil's story of friendship.
• The Last of the British Motorcycles - A documentary that explores a specific subculture, akin to the subculture around Anvil's music.
• Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint - Explores the life of a pioneer artist in abstraction, similar to musicians striving to be recognized.