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10 Best Movies Like Hurst: The First and Only

If you loved Hurst: The First and Only, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
The Class of ‘92

The Class of ‘92

2013★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Hurst: The First and Only for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Pa...

#2
Diego Maradona

Diego Maradona

2019★ 7.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Hurst: The First and Only for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Constructed from over 500 hours of never-before-seen footage, this documentary centers on the personal life and career of the controversial football player Diego Maradona who playe...

#3
Sidney

Sidney

2022★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Hurst: The First and Only for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

This revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Ber...

#4
John Candy: I Like Me

John Candy: I Like Me

2025★ 7.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Hurst: The First and Only for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews....

#5
My Mom Jayne

My Mom Jayne

2025★ 8.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Hurst: The First and Only for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Through deeply personal interviews with her siblings and an examination of the photographs, letters, and belongings left behind, Mariska assembles a new portrait of her mother Jayn...

#6
Hawking

Hawking

2013★ 7.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Hurst: The First and Only for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

The extraordinary story of the planet’s most famous contemporary scientist, told in his own words and by those closest to him. Made with unique access to Hawking’s private life, th...

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