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10 Best Movies Like In Self Defense

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

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#1
Vivre Sa Vie

Vivre Sa Vie

1962★ 7.7

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

Twelve episodic tales in the life of a Parisian woman and her slow descent into prostitution....

#2
Destroy All Monsters

Destroy All Monsters

1968★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to In Self Defense for fans of Sci-Fi. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

At the turn of the century, all of the Earth's monsters have been rounded up and kept safely on Monsterland. Chaos erupts when a race of she-aliens known as the Kilaaks unleash the...

#3
A Night at the Opera

A Night at the Opera

1935★ 7.4

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

The Marx Brothers take on high society and the opera world to bring two lovers together. A sly business manager and two wacky friends of two opera singers help them achieve success...

#4
The Man Who Knew Too Much

The Man Who Knew Too Much

1934★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to In Self Defense for fans of Thriller. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

While vacationing in St. Moritz, a British couple receive a clue to an imminent assassination attempt, only to learn that their daughter has been kidnapped to keep them quiet....

#5
The Soft Skin

The Soft Skin

1964★ 7.1

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

Pierre Lachenay is a well-known publisher and lecturer, married to Franca and father of Sabine. He starts a love affair with air hostess Nicole, which Pierre is hiding, but he cann...

#6
The Vagabond

The Vagabond

1916★ 6.7

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

A tramp tries to earn money by playing the violin, but he’s soon facing off against the jealous competition....