Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 09, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Waves

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

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#1
The Kissing Booth 2

The Kissing Booth 2

2020★ 7.6

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

With college decisions looming, Elle juggles her long-distance romance with Noah, changing relationship with bestie Lee and feelings for a new classmate....

#2
TiMER

TiMER

2009★ 6.3

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

When implanted in a person's wrist, a TiMER counts down to the day the wearer finds true love. But Oona O'Leary faces the rare dilemma of a blank TiMER. Her soul mate - whoever and...

#3
Mr. Roosevelt

Mr. Roosevelt

2017★ 6.2

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

A young woman returns home and must confront her ex-boyfriend when an unexpected tragedy occurs....

#4
Run Fatboy Run

Run Fatboy Run

2007★ 6.2

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

Five years after jilting his pregnant fiancée on their wedding day, out-of-shape Dennis decides to run a marathon to win her back....

#5
Moonlight in Vermont

Moonlight in Vermont

2017★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Waves for fans of TV Movie. It captures a similar heartwarming atmosphere.

After fast-paced New York City high-end real estate broker Fiona Rangely gets dumped by her boyfriend, she escapes to her family’s quaint Vermont Inn for a few days to slow down an...

#6
Hounddog

Hounddog

2008★ 6.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Waves for fans of 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....

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