Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 09, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Roots

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

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#1
Jimmy P.

Jimmy P.

2013★ 6.1

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

At the end of WWII, Jimmy Picard, a Native American Blackfoot who fought in France, suffers from unexplainable symptoms and is admitted to a military hospital. When doctors suspect...

#2
Hellion

Hellion

2014★ 5.9

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

When motocross and heavy metal obsessed, 13-year-old Jacob's delinquent behavior forces CPS to place his little brother Wes with his aunt, Jacob and his emotionally absent father m...

#3
Eleanor the Great

Eleanor the Great

2025★ 6.9

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

94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein tries to rebuild her life after the death of her best friend. As a result, she moves back to New York City after living in Florida for decades....

#4
Parked

Parked

2010★ 6.6

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

Fred Daly returns to Ireland with nowhere to live but his car. Then dope-smoking 21-year-old Cathal parks beside him, and brightens up his lonely world. Encouraged by Cathal, Fred ...

#5
Bobby Jones: Stroke of Genius

Bobby Jones: Stroke of Genius

2004★ 5.9

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

The story of golf icon and legend, Bobby Jones, who retired from competition at the tender age of 28....

#6
In Bloom

In Bloom

2013★ 7.1

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

Eka and Natia leave their childhood behind and ignore societal customs to escape from their turbulent family lives....

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