Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 15, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Magnet

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

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#1
How to Eat Fried Worms

How to Eat Fried Worms

2006★ 6.2

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

During the first day of his new school year, a fifth grade boy squares off against a bully and winds up accepting a dare that could change the balance of power within the class....

#2
The Lost Bus

The Lost Bus

2025★ 7.1

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

A determined father risks everything to rescue a dedicated teacher and her students from a raging wildfire....

#3
Boarding School

Boarding School

2018★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Magnet for fans of Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

When troubled 12-year-old Jacob Felsen is sent away to boarding school, he enters every kid’s worst nightmare: a creepy old mansion, deserted except for six other teenage misfits a...

#4
Adventures in Public School

Adventures in Public School

2018★ 6.3

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

A socially-awkward, home-schooled kid forces his way into public school against his suffocating, but loving, mother's wishes....

#5
Playing with Fire

Playing with Fire

2019★ 6.6

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

A crew of rugged firefighters meet their match when attempting to rescue three rambunctious kids....

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House of D

House of D

2004★ 6.4

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

In the present, artist Tom Warshaw recalls his traumatic coming of age. As a 13-year-old growing up in New York City in 1973, Tom hangs out with Pappass, a mentally disabled man. W...

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