Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 12, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Bapa Saya

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

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#1
Shirkers

Shirkers

2018★ 7.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Bapa Saya for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

In 1992, teenager Sandi Tan shot Singapore's first indie road movie with her enigmatic American mentor Georges – who then vanished with all the footage. Twenty years later, the 16m...

#2
My Week with Marilyn

My Week with Marilyn

2011★ 6.7

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

London, 1956. Genius actor and film director Laurence Olivier is about to begin the shooting of his upcoming movie, premiered in 1957 as The Prince and the Showgirl, starring Maril...

#3
Crazy Rich Asians

Crazy Rich Asians

2018★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Bapa Saya for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

An American-born Chinese economics professor accompanies her boyfriend to Singapore for his best friend's wedding, only to get thrust into the lives of Asia's rich and famous....

#4
Haul Out the Holly

Haul Out the Holly

2022★ 6.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Bapa Saya for fans of TV Movie. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Emily arrives home, hoping to visit her parents, only to discover that they are leaving on a trip of their own. As she stays at their house for the holidays, their HOA is determine...

#5
Goodbye June

Goodbye June

2025★ 6.6

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

Four siblings' lives change drastically when their ailing mother takes a turn for the worse over the holiday season....

#6
The Sleeping Dictionary

The Sleeping Dictionary

2003★ 6.5

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

In the 1930s, British officer John Truscott journeys to a remote village in colonial Malaysia to educate and Westernize the local Iban population. There, he's introduced to the lov...

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