Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Main Street List

• The Last Picture Show - Both explore the lives of small-town residents and their struggles.
• About Schmidt - Features a reflective journey of a man facing personal and societal dilemmas.
• American Beauty - Delves into the complexities of suburban life and family relationships.
• The Graduate - Examines the aimlessness of youth and societal expectations.
• The Great Santini - Focuses on family dynamics within a military context, similar themes of personal struggle.
• Little Children - Themes of infidelity and the complexities of suburban life resonate with Main Street.
• The Station Agent - A story about loneliness and friendships in a small town.
• A River Runs Through It - Explores family dynamics and life in a small town.
• Fried Green Tomatoes - Intertwines different stories of female friendships and small-town life.
• Ordinary People - Deals with family trauma and the struggles of individual members.
• The Squid and the Whale - Examines family disintegration and the impact on children.
• Magnolia - Explores intersecting lives and personal struggles in a larger town setting.
• The Help - Focuses on relationships and societal issues in a community.
• The Fault in Our Stars - Centers on young love and personal challenges, evoking deep emotions.
• July Rhapsody - Explores themes of unfulfilled dreams and mid-life crises.
• A Walk in the Woods - A reflective story about friendship and life choices.
• The Family Stone - Examines family dynamics and personal connections in a holiday setting.
• The Savages - Focuses on family relationships and the struggles of aging.
• Stealing Beauty - Explores youthful curiosity and connections in a rural setting.
• The Virgin Suicides - Captures the complexities of adolescence and family in a suburban context.
• Wildflower - Focuses on themes of growth and self-discovery in a small town.
• The Way Way Back - A coming-of-age story that resonates with themes of growth and self-discovery.
• Home for the Holidays - Explores family relationships and holiday gatherings in a relatable way.
• The Good Life - Examines the complexities of life choices in a familiar setting.
• The Spectacular Now - A coming-of-age story that deals with relationships and expectations.
• The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Focuses on adolescence, friendship, and personal struggles.
• Lost in Translation - Explores themes of loneliness and connections across generations.
• Chocolat - Explores the impact of a newcomer on a small community.
• Hope Springs - Focuses on relationships and personal growth within a marriage.
• The Hours - Interweaves stories of women across different generations and their struggles.
• The Secret Life of Bees - Examines themes of motherhood, race, and personal growth in a community.
• Different for Girls - Explores issues of identity and personal relationships in a small community.
• The Edge of Seventeen - A coming-of-age tale that deals with adolescence and friendships.
• Cedar Rapids - A comedic journey through small-town life and personal growth.
• The Horse Whisperer - Explores themes of healing and relationships in a rural backdrop.
• Big Fish - Tells the story of an unconventional family dynamic and the stories that connect them.
• Tully - Unpacks issues surrounding motherhood, identity, and personal struggle.
• Frances - Explores the life and struggles of a unique individual in a challenging environment.
• Cake - Focuses on personal pain and the quest for redemption.
• Sideways - Explores friendship and personal discovery during a road trip.
• The Outsiders - Explores themes of youth, class struggle, and community bonding.
• The Way Back - A story of resilience and overcoming personal challenges.
• Sweet Land - A love story set against the backdrop of cultural and societal conflicts.
• The Station Agent - A small-town tale about isolation and unexpected friendships.
• Frida - Explores the life and trials of a creative individual in her personal landscape.
• The Kids Are All Right - A modern family drama focusing on personal identity and relationships.
• The Secret Garden - Explores the transformative power of nature and relationships.
• Paterson - A quiet exploration of daily life and personal connections in a small town.
• Tangled - While animated, it also deals with themes of self-discovery and family.
• The Beguiled - A story set in a small, closed community that explores complex relationships.
• The Art of Getting By - Focuses on teenage angst and the individual’s quest for meaning.
• The Family Man - A man reevaluates his life in the context of family and choices.