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

• Punk's Not Dead - Explores the punk culture and its evolution.
• The Filth and the Fury - A documentary about the Sex Pistols and punk rock history.
• American Hardcore - Delves into the hardcore punk scene of the 1980s.
• There Will Be Blood - Focuses on themes of greed and societal decay, akin to the documentary’s critique.
• Punk Documentary - A comprehensive look at punk music and its subcultures.
• The CBGB Story - Chronicles the iconic NYC punk club, showcasing the punk scene.
• SLC Punk! - A fictional narrative that highlights punk's rebellious spirit.
• A Band Called Death - Documents the story of an overlooked punk band.
• The Last Waltz - A legendary concert film that captures the essence of music culture.
• Hype! - Explores the rise of the grunge movement in the 90s.
• The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years - Focuses on the metal decade in the same vein as the first film.
• This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary that satirizes rock and roll culture.
• Get Thrashed: The Story of Thrash Metal - Documents the thrash metal movement, capturing a similar musical ethos.
• A Very British Punk - Explores the British punk scene and its societal impact.
• You Wreck Me - Explores punk rock and the youth culture linked to it.
• The Punk Singer - Highlights feminist punk icon Kathleen Hanna and her influence.
• Sound City - Takes a deep dive into a legendary recording studio and its impact on music.
• Rude Boy - A narrative film that features a punk rock band and the political scene.
• Some Kind of Monster - Documentary about Metallica, showcasing the pressures of fame and the music industry.
• Julien Donkey-Boy - An exploration of outsider culture resonating with punk themes.
• The Decline of Western Civilization Part I - The original part explores the LA punk scene.
• Turn It Around: The Story of East Bay Punk - A deep dive into the East Bay punk scene and its influence.
• Searching for Sugar Man - Explores the music world with a focus on the impact of culture and fame.
• Punk’s Not Dead - Explores the ongoing influence of punk music in modern society.
• Beyond the Valley of the Dolls - A satirical take on the music scene reminiscent of the punk ethos.
• Hated: GG Allin and the Murder Junkies - A raw look at one of punk's most controversial figures.
• The Decline of Western Civilization: The Final Chapter - Continues the exploration and critique of societal decay in music culture.
• What We Do Is Secret - Fictional representation based on the life of punk band The Germs.
• The Great Punk Rock Documentary - Explores various aspects of the punk genre and its evolution.
• Revolution Rock - Focuses on reggae's connection to punk culture and rebellion.
• Our Way of Life - A deep look at the DIY punk ethos and its creators.
• Punk: Attitude - Chronicles the cultural impact of punk music.
• The Other F Word - Explores fatherhood and punk culture through various musicians.
• Let’s Get Lost - Documentary about jazz musician Chet Baker that also reflects on beat and counterculture.
• No Future - A documentary about youth culture and punk.
• Filmage: The Story of Descendents/All - Chronicling one of punk's beloved bands and their legacy.
• The Story of a Punk Rock Band: X - Examines the influential punk band and their impact on the genre.
• Burn to Shine - A look at musicians capturing the essence of DIY and punk ethics.
• Wrecking Crew - Focuses on hidden figures of rock music, offering perspective on the industry.

Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to American Hardcore List

• Harlan County, USA - A documentary that explores labor struggles in America, similar to the themes of punk's fight against the system.
• The Decline of Western Civilization - An influential documentary about the punk rock scene in Los Angeles during the late 1970s.
• This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary about a fictional band that parodies the rock and punk scene.
• The Punk Singer - A documentary about Kathleen Hanna and the riot grrrl movement, showcasing punk's feminist angle.
• Some Kind of Monster - A documentary about Metallica that examines the dynamics of a band, similar to hardcore scenes.
• Control - A biographical film about Ian Curtis of Joy Division, linking to the post-punk scene.
• Julien Donkey-Boy - A film that captures the rawness of outsider art and culture, reminiscent of punk ethos.
• The Filth and the Fury - A documentary about the Sex Pistols, encapsulating the birth of punk rock in Britain.
• Let Fury Have the Hour - A documentary exploring the role of art and music during political unrest, akin to the hardcore punk scene.
• The Ramones: End of the Century - A documentary chronicling the life and legacy of one of punk's most influential bands.
• Inside Out - A documentary that reviews the hardcore punk scene, representing an integral part of music history.
• A Band Called Death - A documentary about the first African-American punk band, reflecting on early contributions to punk.
• American Movie - A documentary about an aspiring filmmaker showcasing the DIY spirit similar to punk culture.
• We Jam Econo: The Story of the Minutemen - A documentary about the influential punk band, their music, and message.
• Save the Last Dance - Explores cultural clashes, similar to the underground nature of hardcore punk.
• SLC Punk! - A cult classic that captures the struggles of punks in a conservative town.
• The Last Gang in Town - Focuses on the British punk movement, paralleling the US scene of American Hardcore.
• Hedwig and the Angry Inch - A musical drama reflecting on identity and rebellion within a punk rock context.
• Suburbia - A film about young punks living in a suburban environment, showcasing their lifestyle.
• The Harder They Come - A Jamaican film focusing on a musician's rise through the music scene, touching on rebellion.
• Riot on the Dance Floor - A documentary about the rave scene entwined with punk culture.
• Sound City - A documentary about a legendary recording studio representing various music genres, including punk.
• Seeking a Friend for the End of the World - Features themes of rebellion and counterculture in a comedic narrative.
• Punk's Not Dead - A documentary examining the legacy of punk rock, relevant to hardcore enthusiasts.
• Rock Against Racism - Explores the role of music as a political force akin to the hardcore punk movement.
• Noise - A film that explores sound and rage in a manner evocative of punk aesthetic.
• Get Out - A socially conscious horror film that taps into themes of rebellion and societal critique.
• Metallica: Some Kind of Monster - Documentary about the inner dynamics and struggles of one of metal's biggest bands.
• The Last Waltz - A concert film that represents a pivotal moment in music history with strong cultural ties.
• The Music of Strangers - A documentary exploring diverse musicians and cultural expressions, echoing punk's roots.
• The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle - A mockumentary about the Sex Pistols that critiques music industry practices.
• Murderball - A documentary showcasing athletes defying expectations, similar to punk's rebellious spirit.
• The Misfits - Engaging with punk's horror aesthetic through the perspective of a renowned punk band.
• The Bling Ring - Explores youth rebellion and counterculture similar to the punk ethos.
• Everybody Wants Some!! - A comedy-drama that reflects on young adulthood, freedom, and rebellion.
• CROSSFIRE: A Punk Rock Documentary - A look into the Chicago hardcore scene and its cultural impact.
• The Last Blue Sky - Showcases underground musical movements paralleling the hardcore punk scene.
• Punk Love - A coming-of-age story set against a backdrop of punk music and culture.
• Birds of a Feather - A look into punk culture and the importance of community and identity.
• The Outsiders - Explores themes of class struggle and identity, resonating with punk's messages.