Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to This Is England '86 List

• This Is England - The original film that introduces the characters and setting seen in 'This Is England '86'.
• Skins - A British teen drama that explores the lives of a group of teenagers, similar themes of rebellion and friendship.
• The Inbetweeners - A coming-of-age series that highlights the misadventures of a group of friends during their teenage years.
• Trainspotting - A gritty look at youth culture and addiction in Scotland during the 1990s.
• Quadrophenia - A film about the Mod subculture in the 1960s, capturing youth culture and rebellion.
• Top Boy - A modern British series that delves into youth crime and culture in London, similar tone and feel.
• Kidulthood - A gritty exploration of teenage life and struggles in London, with a realistic portrayal of youth.
• Adulthood - Following the characters from 'Kidulthood', this film deals with the consequences of youth choices.
• Dead Man's Shoes - A dark and intense story about revenge set in a gritty, working-class environment.
• The Penny Dreadfuls - A British sketch comedy that showcases various characters, including those from similar working-class backgrounds.
• This Is England '88 - The direct continuation of 'This Is England '86', following the same characters and their stories.
• This Is England '90 - The final chapter in the This Is England series, wrapping up the characters' journeys.
• My Mad Fat Diary - A British comedy-drama series that focuses on the struggles of a young woman dealing with body image and mental health.
• Northallah - A dramatic portrayal of youth culture and relationships set against a backdrop of societal issues.
• Control - A biopic about Joy Division's Ian Curtis, reflecting on youth, music, and the pressures of life.
• The Leather Boys - Explores themes of friendship and sexuality within a working-class context in 1960s London.
• Fish Tank - A gritty coming-of-age story centered around a young girl in working-class England.
• Top of the Lake - While a bit darker, it features strong characters and gritty storylines surrounding a tight-knit community.
• The Commitments - Follows a group of working-class musicians in Dublin, facing societal challenges and personal conflicts.
• A Very British Gangster - A documentary about a gangster in Manchester, depicting the darker side of life in England.
• Beautiful Thing - A romantic drama about young love and acceptance, set in a working-class London neighborhood.
• The Last Yard - A drama that explores themes of youth and the struggles of growing up in a tough environment.
• Made in Britain - A gritty drama about a young skinhead in England, dealing with anger and rebellion.
• The Class of '92 - Documenting the rise of a generation of footballers from a working-class background.
• The King's Speech - While not directly about youth, it touches on personal struggles and societal expectations.
• London to Brighton - A dark and gritty drama capturing the desperate lives of two women in London.
• The Secret of the Grain - Explores cultural identity and the challenges faced by immigrants, maintaining a focus on family and community dynamics.
• Bubblegum Crisis Tokyo 2040 - Dystopian themes and youth rebellion in a stylized setting, a blend of drama and sci-fi.
• Little Voice - A tale of a young woman struggling to find her voice and identity in a challenging environment.
• The Edge of Heaven - Another exploration of inter-generational stories and cultural clashes, focusing on relationships.
• Somers Town - A coming-of-age film about friendship and home in urban London, centered on the lives of two young boys.