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Music movies

Stories where rhythm and melody take center stage, including biographies of legends and dance-filled spectacles.

Subgenres include: Narrative Musical, Jukebox Musical, Concert Film.

Nothing Compares

321. Nothing Compares

Documentary Music
7.6

20221h 36min

Ireland, United Kingdom

Director: Kathryn Ferguson

Since the beginning of her career, Sinéad O’Connor has used her powerful voice to challenge the narratives she was surrounded by while growing up in predominantly Roman Catholic Ireland. Despite her agency, depth and perspective, O’Connor’s unflinching refusal to conform means that she has often been patronized and unfairly dismissed as an attention-seeking pop star.


TÁR

322. TÁR

Music Drama Psychological Drama
7.4

20222h 38min

United States

Director: Todd Field

As celebrated conductor Lydia Tár starts rehearsals for a career-defining symphony, the consequences of her past choices begin to echo in the present.

Themes

Professional reputation under scrutiny, Artistic authority and control, Gendered leadership pressure, Personal life versus career, Public scandal and consequences, Media manipulation and rumor

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Peacock Premium
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Moonage Daydream

323. Moonage Daydream

Documentary Music Biographical Documentary Music Biopic
7.6

20222h 15min

Germany, United States

Director: Brett Morgen

A cinematic odyssey featuring never-before-seen footage exploring David Bowie's creative and musical journey.

Themes

Fame pressure, Archive-inspired creativity, Transdisciplinary reinvention, Geographic-cultural dialogue, Visual art as narrative engine, Collaboration dynamics

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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I Used to Be Famous

324. I Used to Be Famous

Comedy Drama Music Entertainment Industry Drama Narrative Musical
6.6

20221h 44min

United Kingdom

Director: Eddie Sternberg

A former boy band star unexpectedly gets a second shot at success when he forms a bond with a gifted young drummer.

Themes

Viral exposure consequences, Autism crowd handling, Singer expectations clash, Drum kit logistics, Drum partnership dynamics, Autistic communication tensions

Available on

Netflix
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Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

325. Weird: The Al Yankovic Story

Music Comedy Music Biopic Parody
6.8

20221h 48min

United States

Director: Eric Appel

Exploring every facet of ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame with early hits like ‘Eat It’ and ‘Like a Surgeon’ to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle, this biopic takes audiences on a truly unbelievable journey through Yankovic’s life and career, from gifted child prodigy to the greatest musical legend of all time.

Themes

Rise through adversity, Parents vs passion, Parody as identity, Artistic authenticity under industry pressure, Media hype and manipulation, Originality vs conformity

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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One Piece Film Red

326. One Piece Film Red

Animation Adventure Action Fantasy Music
6.7

20221h 55min

Japan

Director: Goro Taniguchi

Uta — the most beloved singer in the world. Her voice, which she sings with while concealing her true identity, has been described as “otherworldly.” She will appear in public for the first time at a live concert. As the venue fills with all kinds of Uta fans — excited pirates, the Navy watching closely, and the Straw Hats led by Luffy who simply came to enjoy her sonorous performance — the voice that the whole world has been waiting for is about to resound.

Themes

Leadership under threat, Mass manipulation through art, Power of performance, Creativity as weapon, Individual freedom vs control, Identity vs obligation

Available on

Netflix
Amazon Video
Apple TV
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Voy a pasármelo bien

327. Voy a pasármelo bien

Music Romance Comedy
6.6

20221h 48min

Spain, Mexico

Director: David Serrano

Valladolid, 1989. David and Layla are 13 years old, they love "Hombres G" and they fall madly in love with each other. Together, they get into trouble, sing and dance to the songs of their favorite group. Valladolid, 2022. After 30 years without a verse, David and Layla finally have the chance to reunite. In both eras, our protagonists fight to keep their first love alive.


Elvis

328. Elvis

Drama Music History Historical Drama Music Biopic
7.3

20222h 39min

Australia, United States

Director: Baz Luhrmann

The life story of Elvis Presley as seen through the complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker.

Themes

Image versus authenticity, Financial leverage and debt, Power dynamics in management, Career ascent vs control, Artist exploitation risks, Public scrutiny and polarization, Family tensions and loyalty

Available on

Amazon Video
Apple TV
Google Play Movies
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Press Play

329. Press Play

Music Romance Science Fiction
6.1

20221h 25min

South Korea, United States

Director: Greg Björkman

Laura and Harrison have the picture-perfect romance built on the foundation of a shared love of music. After a deadly accident, Laura gets the chance to save the love of her life when she discovers that their mixtape can transport her back in time.


Inu-Oh

330. Inu-Oh

Animation Drama Music Fantasy History
7.1

20221h 38min

Japan, Hong Kong SAR China

Director: Masaaki Yuasa

A cursed dancer and a blind musician — both ostracized by society — become business partners and inseparable friends as their larger-than-life concerts propel them to stardom in 14th century Japan.