Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to I Never Promised You a Rose Garden List

• Girl, Interrupted - Both focus on mental illness and the experiences of young women in psychiatric institutions.
• The Virgin Suicides - Explores themes of adolescence and mental health within a haunting narrative.
• A Beautiful Mind - Centers around a brilliant mind struggling with mental illness.
• One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Set in a mental hospital, it deals with the struggles of patients against oppressive systems.
• Silver Linings Playbook - Focuses on the impact of mental illness on relationships and personal recovery.
• Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - A musical comedy-drama that explores personal struggles with mental health and relationships.
• Prozac Nation - A semi-autobiographical depiction of a young woman dealing with depression.
• The Hours - Intertwines the lives of three women and their struggles with emotional hardship.
• Girlhood - A coming-of-age story that explores the challenges faced by young women in society.
• Shutter Island - Set in a mental institution, it explores themes of trauma and psychological struggle.
• Anomalisa - A stop-motion animated film that delves into feelings of isolation and depression.
• The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Highlights the complexities of teenage life and mental health issues.
• The Bell Jar - A film based on Sylvia Plath’s novel, focusing on a woman's mental health struggles.
• Little Miss Sunshine - A family road trip movie that touches on various personal struggles, including mental health.
• Melancholia - Explores depression and familial relationships during a catastrophic event.
• Mental Illness in Cinema - A documentary examining the portrayal of mental illness in films and its effects.
• Gimme Shelter - Follows a young woman's journey as she deals with the complexities of life and family.
• Ordinary People - Focuses on a family's psychological struggles after a tragedy.
• Frances - The life of actress Frances Farmer, depicting her struggles with mental illness.
• To the Bone - Centers around a young woman with an eating disorder, exploring recovery and relationships.
• Dead Poets Society - Explores the pressures of adolescence and the complexities of individual identity.
• Saving Mr. Banks - Addresses themes of personal struggle and the impact of family on mental well-being.
• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Explores emotional pain and relationships through a unique narrative style.
• Buffalo '66 - Engages with themes of alienation and personal hardship within a quirky narrative.
• This Is My Life - Follows a woman's journey of self-discovery against the backdrop of familial relationships.
• Shame - Explores personal struggles and the impact of psychological issues on relationships.
• Roman J. Israel, Esq. - A character study focusing on a man confronting his personal dilemmas and societal issues.
• The Skeleton Twins - Two estranged siblings reunite and deal with their shared history of depression.
• Room - A powerful exploration of trauma and recovery through the eyes of a young woman.
• The Queen's Gambit - Depicts the journey of a young woman through addiction and personal struggle.
• Her - Explores loneliness and emotional connection in a modern and unique context.
• Boys Don't Cry - A tragic story addressing gender identity and the struggles it brings to personal relationships.
• The Secret Life of the American Teenager - Focuses on the issues faced by teenagers, including mental and emotional challenges.
• Unorthodox - Follows a young woman's journey to find her own identity after leaving a restrictive community.
• Touched with Fire - A love story between two poets with bipolar disorder, exploring their creativity and struggles.
• My Mad Fat Diary - A coming-of-age series focusing on a girl's mental health battles during her teenage years.
• The Diary of Anne Frank - A poignant exploration of a young girl's thoughts and experiences during a tumultuous time.
• Eighth Grade - Follows a girl navigating the complexities of these formative years with humor and sensitivity.
• Black Swan - Delves into the psychological turmoil of a dancer striving for perfection.
• Freaks and Geeks - A coming-of-age series that tackles the challenges of high school life with emotional depth.
• The Master - Examines the relationship between a troubled veteran and a charismatic leader, with psychological nuances.