Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to This Ain't California List

• Dogtown and Z-Boys - Documentary about the birth of skateboarding culture in the 1970s.
• The Lords of Dogtown - Fictionalized account of the Z-Boys skateboarding crew in the 1970s.
• The Devil's Candy - Explores the dark side of artistic ambition and includes elements of metal culture.
• Mid90s - Coming-of-age story centered around a young skateboarder in the 1990s.
• Lords of Dogtown - Explores the vibrant skate and surf culture in California.
• I Am Trying to Break Your Heart - Music documentary chronicling the band Wilco, similar to culture exploration.
• Everyday Sunshine: The Story of Fishbone - A documentary about the musical band Fishbone, combining music and cultural themes.
• American Honey - A road trip story about young outsiders navigating life and culture.
• Minding the Gap - Documentary about skateboarding friends dealing with personal issues.
• Hype! - Documentary about the Seattle music scene and the grunge movement.
• The Punk Singer - Documentary about Kathleen Hanna and the punk feminist movement.
• Kings of Pastry - Documentary capturing competitive spirit and artistry, similar to cultural competition.
• 8 Milimeter - Investigates the underground culture while exploring darker themes.
• Searching for Sugar Man - Documents a journey through music culture and unrecognized artists.
• SLC Punk! - A tale of punks navigating youth and culture in the 1980s.
• Fast Times at Ridgemont High - A classic film about youth culture in California during the 1980s.
• The Basketball Diaries - Explores youth, rebellion, and struggles with addiction.
• The Outsiders - Focuses on teenage angst and cultural clashes in 1960s America.
• The Great Rock 'n' Roll Swindle - A mockumentary on the punk rock scene with a focus on rebellion.
• The Cannonball Run - Captures the adventurous spirit and culture of race and performance.
• A Kind of Magic: The Story of the Club Culture - Delves into the underground club scene and music culture.
• The Filth and the Fury - Documentary about the Sex Pistols and the punk movement.
• Sound City - Explores the music culture surrounding a legendary recording studio.
• Whiplash - A dramatic exploration of ambition and artistic pursuit within a music context.
• Control - A biopic about Joy Division, capturing music and cultural ethos.
• In the Red - Explores the underground music scene and its cultural implications.
• Eighth Grade - A contemporary coming-of-age film exploring youth and culture.
• To The Wonder - Explores themes of love, loss, and culture in a poetic manner.
• My Generation - A look back at the cultural revolution of the 1960s and the voices of youth.
• The Social Network - Explores youth, ambition, and the culture of the tech industry.
• Punk's Not Dead - Documentary about the enduring influence of punk culture.
• Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton - Tells the story of the influential Stones Throw Records label.
• The End of the Tour - An intimate exploration of a celebrated author’s life and the culture of literature.
• Sing Street - A coming-of-age musical about young teens trying to express themselves through music.
• That's My Boy - A comedic take on the differences between generations and cultural experiences.
• High Fidelity - Explores music culture through the lens of relationships and personal growth.
• The Get Down - TV series about the birth of hip-hop culture in the Bronx in the 1970s.
• Empire Records - A glimpse into the lives and struggles of employees in a record store.
• Straight Outta Compton - Tells the story of N.W.A and their influence on music and culture.
• The Wire - Explores the urban culture and complex lives within Baltimore, similar in nuance.
• Nerve - Explores youth culture and technology with a thrilling edge.