Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Whitney List

• A Star Is Born - Both explore the life and struggles of a musician, featuring themes of love and addiction.
• The Bodyguard - Centers around a music superstar and her bodyguard, involving romance and danger.
• What’s Love Got to Do with It - Biographical film focused on a famous singer's life and her tumultuous relationship.
• Dreamgirls - A musical drama about the rise of a girl group, filled with emotional highs and lows.
• 9 to 5 - Focuses on strong female characters in the workplace, similar to Whitney's journey.
• Selena - Biopic of a popular Latino singer, showcasing her success and the challenges she faced.
• Ray - Follows the life of a legendary musician and his struggles with fame and addiction.
• Carmen: A Hip Hop Musical - Modern retelling of the classic story with music and celebrity culture intertwined.
• The Greatest Showman - Musical celebrating the rise of a talented artist against the odds.
• La La Land - A story of love and ambition set against the backdrop of the music industry.
• The Temptations - Biographical miniseries depicting the struggles and triumphs of a famous music group.
• Notorious - Tells the story of rapper Notorious B.I.G., exploring themes of fame and violence.
• Lady Gaga: Five Foot Two - Documentary exploring the life of a pop star and the challenges of celebrity.
• This Is It - Documentary on Michael Jackson's final concert preparation, reflecting on a musical genius.
• Burlesque - Features a young woman's rise in a music and dance club, echoing themes of ambition.
• The Runaways - Biopic about a teenage rock band, showcasing the struggles of young women in music.
• Judy - Follows Judy Garland's later life, dealing with fame, addiction, and personal turmoil.
• I'll Be There - Follows a musician's journey that includes themes of family, love, and reconciliation.
• The Wiz Live! - A musical remake that highlights black culture and talent, similar to Whitney’s impact.
• Fame - Focuses on students at a school for the arts, exploring ambition in the music industry.
• Pitch Perfect - Centers around a group of singers and their journey, featuring themes of friendship and competition.
• The Star - Animated film about a donkey’s adventure, showcasing faith and music in a heartwarming way.
• Eva & Leon - Focuses on a music prodigy and the complexities of growing up in the spotlight.
• Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again - A documentary that showcases the life, struggles, and dance career of a pop icon.
• Sister Act - A feel-good musical about a singer who finds sanctuary and joy in a convent, akin to conflicts faced by Whitney.
• Beyond the Lights - A drama about a young musician balancing fame and personal struggles reminiscent of Whitney.
• The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride - Features themes of legacy, legacy, and the pressures of inheritance in a musical format.
• Country Strong - Follows the rise of a country singer battling inner demons and the music industry.
• Inside Amy Schumer - A comedic show that deals with fame, relationships, and uplifting themes in entertainment.
• Empire - A drama series about a music industry mogul and his family, mirroring struggles of celebrity life.
• Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - A musical comedy-drama that reflects on love, ambition, and personal struggles.
• Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist - A musical series revolving around the emotional lives of characters using contemporary songs.
• Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt - Comedy-drama series featuring a strong female lead overcoming adversity with spirit.
• Glee - Musical comedy-drama focusing on a diverse group of characters pursuing musical dreams.
• Nashville - Explores the country music scene with deep character-driven stories about artists and their lives.
• The Voice - A reality competition show that emphasizes musical talent and emotional stories of contestants.
• David Bowie: Finding Fame - A documentary covering the rise of a music icon, touching on themes of identity and struggle.
• Mariah Carey's Magical Christmas Special - A festive musical event featuring Mariah Carey, showcasing her influence in the music industry.
• Behind the Music - Documentary series detailing the lives of musicians and their stories of fame and struggle.