Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 17, 2026

10 Best Movies Like The Medicine Buddha

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

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#1
Sidney

Sidney

2022★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Medicine Buddha 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...

#2
Hawking

Hawking

2013★ 7.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Medicine Buddha 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...

#3
The Class of ‘92

The Class of ‘92

2013★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Medicine Buddha 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...

#4
Seduced and Abandoned

Seduced and Abandoned

2013★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Medicine Buddha for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their nex...

#5
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

2022★ 7.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Medicine Buddha for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast....

#6
Heart of a Dog

Heart of a Dog

2015★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Medicine Buddha for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Lyrical and powerfully personal essay film that reflects on the deaths of her husband Lou Reed, her mother, her beloved dog, and such diverse subjects as family memories, surveilla...

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