Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 14, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Lift

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

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#1
Battle of the Year

Battle of the Year

2013★ 6.8

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

A down-on-his-luck coach is hired to prepare a team of the best American dancers for an international tournament that attracts all the best crews from around the world, but the Ame...

#2
Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys

2014★ 6.7

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

A musical biopic of the Four Seasons—the rise, the tough times and personal clashes, and the ultimate triumph of a group of friends whose music became symbolic of a generation. Far...

#3
Coda

Coda

2020★ 5.9

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

A famous pianist at the twilight of his career meets a free-spirited music critic who soon becomes his rock as his mental state deteriorates....

#4
The Wiz Live!

The Wiz Live!

2015★ 7.0

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

Winner of 7 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The Wiz was a massive Broadway hit which spawned a dismal feature film starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson. Executive Producers...

#5
Hounddog

Hounddog

2008★ 6.4

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

A drama set in the American South, where a precocious, troubled girl finds a safe haven in the music and movement of Elvis Presley....

#6
Grace Unplugged

Grace Unplugged

2013★ 5.9

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

A talented young singer and aspiring songwriter’s Christian faith and family ties are tested when she defies her worship-pastor father and pursues pop-music stardom in GRACE UNPLUG...

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