Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Until the Light Takes Us List

• Metal: A Headbanger's Journey - A documentary exploring the history and culture of heavy metal music.
• Some Kind of Monster - A documentary following Metallica during a tumultuous period for the band.
• Lords of Chaos - Based on the true story of the Norwegian black metal scene and its infamous events.
• This Is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary about a fictional British heavy metal band.
• Anvil! The Story of Anvil - A documentary chronicling the career of a Canadian heavy metal band.
• Sound of Metal - A film about a heavy metal drummer who loses his hearing and confronts his identity.
• A Headbanger's Journey - Explores the subculture of heavy metal with interviews and insights into its bands.
• Hesher - Explores themes of grief and the influence of heavy metal on a young boy's life.
• The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years - A documentary focusing on the glam metal movement of the late '80s.
• The Dirt - A biographical film about the rock band Mötley Crüe, depicting the heavy metal lifestyle.
• We Are Twisted F***ing Sister! - A documentary about the rise of the glam metal band Twisted Sister.
• Get Thrashed: The Story of Thrash Metal - Focuses on the thrash metal movement and its impact on music.
• A Band Called Death - Follows the story of a punk band from the '70s that blended influences from metal.
• The Secret World of Arrietty - While not about metal per se, it shares a unique style and underground themes akin to niche music subcultures.
• Beyond the Darkness - A documentary on the mental and social struggles within the underground metal community.
• Heavy Metal - An animated film that explores heavy metal music through a series of fantasy stories.
• Deathgasm - A horror-comedy that incorporates heavy metal culture and themes.
• A Star Is Born - Explores themes of music, fame, and personal struggle, resonating with music lovers.
• The Last DJ - Themes of rebellion and music culture reflected through the journey of a radio DJ.
• The Song Remains the Same - Led Zeppelin's concert film, showcasing the band's dynamic visual and musical style.
• It Might Get Loud - Explores the electric guitar's impact on rock music through interviews with iconic musicians.
• The Wrecking Crew - A documentary about the studio musicians behind many 1960s and 1970s rock hits.
• Riot on the Dance Floor - Explores the punk rock scene and its impact on music culture, resonating with metal subcultures.
• Born to Be Wild - Follows bikers and their passion for heavy music, paralleling the lifestyle of metal fans.
• The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle - Explores punk rock with themes that resonate with the rebellious nature of metal.
• The History of Heavy Metal - A documentary series noting the evolution of heavy metal as a significant music genre.
• American Satan - A film about rock and roll dreams, showcasing the darker side of the music industry.
• School of Rock - Follows a group of kids forming a band, sharing the passion of music like many metal fans.
• Purple Rain - Follows an aspiring musician's journey and his struggles within the music industry.
• The Osbournes - A reality show featuring the iconic heavy metal singer Ozzy Osbourne and his quirky family.
• The Tam Tam Show - A music show featuring metal and rock acts, providing insights into their lives.
• The Last Dance - Documenting the journey of a high-profile figure with a huge fan base, resembling music industry stories.
• SLC Punk! - Explores the punk scene with influences from metal, showcasing youth rebellion.
• The Boys in the Band - While not directly related to music, its strong character-driven narrative resonates with the culture of various music scenes.
• The Rocker - A comedy about a failed rock star getting a second chance, aligning with themes of redemption in the music world.
• Woodstock - A documentary on the iconic music festival that showcases the culture surrounding rock and metal music.
• The Decline of Western Civilization Part III - Explores the underground punk and metal scenes, diving into the subculture.

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.