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10 Best Movies Like U2: A Year in Pop

If you loved U2: A Year in Pop, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
God Bless Ozzy Osbourne

God Bless Ozzy Osbourne

2011★ 7.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to U2: A Year in Pop for fans of Documentary & Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Featuring never before seen footage uncovered from the archives and interviews with Paul McCartney, Tommy Lee and others, God Bless Ozzy Osbourne is the first documentary to take v...

#2
Thriller 40

Thriller 40

2023★ 8.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to U2: A Year in Pop for fans of Documentary & Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Forty years after the release of Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller,’ the best-selling album of all-time, director Nelson George takes fans back in time to the making of a pop masterpiece...

#3
The Last Waltz

The Last Waltz

1978★ 7.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to U2: A Year in Pop for fans of Documentary & Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, J...

#4
Miss Americana

Miss Americana

2020★ 7.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to U2: A Year in Pop for fans of Documentary & Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A raw and emotionally revealing look at one of the most iconic artists of our time during a transformational period in her life as she learns to embrace her role not only as a song...

#5
Crossfire Hurricane

Crossfire Hurricane

2012★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to U2: A Year in Pop for fans of Documentary & Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

This film is released as part of the ongoing 50th anniversary celebration of the Rolling Stones. It tells the story of the Stones' unparalleled journey from blues obsessed teens in...

#6
The Who: The Kids Are Alright

The Who: The Kids Are Alright

1979★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to U2: A Year in Pop for fans of Documentary & Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Through concert performances and interviews, this film offers us a comprehensive look at the British pioneer rock group, The Who. It captures their zany craziness and outrageous an...

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