Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 10, 2026

10 Best Movies Like 50/50

If you loved 50/50, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Paddleton

Paddleton

2019★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to 50/50 for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

An unlikely friendship between two neighbors becomes an unexpectedly emotional journey when the younger man is diagnosed with terminal cancer....

#2
Funny People

Funny People

2009★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to 50/50 for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Famous and wealthy funnyman George Simmons doesn't give much thought to how he treats people until a doctor delivers stunning health news, forcing George to reevaluate his prioriti...

#3
Standing Up, Falling Down

Standing Up, Falling Down

2020★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to 50/50 for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

An unlikely friendship kindles between a struggling stand-up comedian from L.A. — forced to move back home to Eastern Long Island with his tail between his legs — and a tragically ...

#4
Wit

Wit

2001★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to 50/50 for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A renowned professor is forced to reassess her life when she is diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer....

#5
About Alex

About Alex

2014★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to 50/50 for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

When a group of old college friends reunite over a long weekend after one of them attempts suicide, old crushes and resentments shine light on their life decisions, and ultimately ...

#6
House of D

House of D

2004★ 6.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to 50/50 for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

In the present, artist Tom Warshaw recalls his traumatic coming of age. As a 13-year-old growing up in New York City in 1973, Tom hangs out with Pappass, a mentally disabled man. W...

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