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10 Best Movies Like Better Man

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

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#1
Out of the Blue

Out of the Blue

1981★ 6.9

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

A young girl whose father is an ex-convict and whose mother is a junkie finds it difficult to conform and tries to find comfort in a quirky combination of Elvis and the punk scene....

#2
To Write Love on Her Arms

To Write Love on Her Arms

2015★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Better Man for fans of Music & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

The story follows 19-year-old Renee who has always loved fairy tales: the idea of a princess, a hero and a happily ever after. But Renee’s life is that of a darker tale: she’s a yo...

#3
Jailhouse Rock

Jailhouse Rock

1957★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Better Man for fans of Music & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

After serving time for manslaughter, young Vince Everett becomes a teenage rock star....

#4
What's Love Got to Do with It

What's Love Got to Do with It

1993★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Better Man for fans of Music & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Singer Tina Turner rises to stardom while mustering the courage to break free from her abusive husband Ike....

#5
Rocketman

Rocketman

2019★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Better Man for fans of Music & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

The story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin....

#6
Manic

Manic

2001★ 6.9

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

Follows the fate of Lyle, a violent adolescent who, in lieu of prison, is placed in a juvenile mental institution, where he encounters a group of equally troubled teens. This motle...

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