Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Decline of Western Civilization List

• The Filth and the Fury - A documentary about the punk band Sex Pistols, capturing the raw spirit of punk culture.
• Decline II: The Status Quo - A sequel that continues to explore the underground punk scene in the early 1980s.
• American Hardcore - A documentary chronicling the rise of hardcore punk in the U.S. from 1980 to 1986.
• This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary that satirizes the music industry and rock band culture.
• Heavy Metal Parking Lot - A documentary about fans waiting before a Judas Priest concert, showcasing the heavy metal culture.
• Punk's Not Dead - A documentary exploring the continued impact of punk rock on music and culture.
• A Band Called Death - A documentary about a groundbreaking punk rock band from the 1970s that remained largely unknown until recently.
• The Other F Word - A documentary that explores the lives of punk rock fathers and how they balance their lifestyles.
• Rude Boy - A film about a young man who immerses himself in the punk rock scene and the world of The Clash.
• The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle - A film that tells the story of the Sex Pistols, blending fiction and documentary styles.
• Control - A biographical film about Ian Curtis, the lead singer of Joy Division, delving into the music scene.
• We Are The Best! - A coming-of-age film about three girls in 1980s Sweden who form a punk band.
• The Punk Singer - A documentary about the feminist punk icon Kathleen Hanna and her influence on music and culture.
• Let’s Scare Jessica to Death - While primarily a horror film, it reflects the counterculture sentiment present in punk music.
• Punk: Attitude - A documentary that explores the history of punk music and its various movements.
• Sound City - A documentary about the legendary recording studio and the artists who recorded there.
• The Ramones: Around the World - A documentary chronicling the iconic punk band's global impact and legacy.
• Let There Be Light - A documentary exploring the origins and influence of rock music, including punk elements.
• The Runaways - A biographical film about an all-girl rock band in the 1970s that paved the way for punk rock.
• The Decline of Western Civilization Part III - The third installment explores the 1990s punk scene, focusing on the next generation of punk bands.
• SLC Punk! - A film about young punks in Salt Lake City navigating their identities and culture.
• The Last Waltz - A concert documentary featuring The Band, reflecting the cultural landscape of the 1970s.
• The Subterraneans - A film about beat generation and counterculture, mirroring themes of rebellion in punk music.
• Green Day: Heart Like a Hand Grenade - A documentary chronicling the making of Green Day's album 'American Idiot', showcasing punk evolution.
• What We Do Is Secret - A biographical film on The Germs, capturing the spirit of early Los Angeles punk.
• Dinosaur Jr.: A History - A documentary chronicling the influential alternative/punk band and their impact on music.
• The Return of the Living Dead - While a horror comedy, it features quintessential punk elements and music that echo the culture.
• Live at CBGB - Documentary exploring the history of the legendary punk venue and the bands that played there.
• The Wrecking Crew - Explores a group of studio musicians who shaped the music industry, touching on the non-mainstream aspects.
• Vinyl - A TV series that delves into the music industry of the 1970s, capturing the essence of rock culture.
• Epicly Later'd - A documentary series that explores the lives of influential figures in the skate and punk scene.
• Straight EdgeKids - A film that provides insight into the straight edge movement, often intersecting with punk culture.
• The Devil's Rejects - A horror film that channels the rebellious spirit mirrored in punk music.
• Rock of Ages - While a musical, it contains themes and music that intersect with rock & punk cultures.
• Once Upon a Time in Venice - A crime comedy with an undercurrent of punk attitude and culture reflected in its story.
• High Fidelity - A celebration of music culture and obsession, resonating with themes found in punk.
• The Dirt - A biopic about Mötley Crüe that dives into the wild rock and punk lifestyle.
• The Secret of Roan Inish - A fascinating journey of culture and tradition that mirrors the counterculture spirit.
• A Clockwork Orange - While not strictly punk, it shares themes of rebellion and counterculture.