Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Metal: A Headbanger's Journey List
- Global Metal - Documentary exploring the rise of heavy metal worldwide.
- Heavy Metal: Louder Than Life - A documentary covering the heavy metal music scene and culture.
- This is Spinal Tap - A mockumentary about a fictional heavy metal band.
- A Headbanger's Journey: The Story of Metal - A comprehensive documentary exploring the roots and culture of metal music.
- Anvil! The Story of Anvil - A documentary about an iconic Canadian heavy metal band and its struggles.
- Metallica: Some Kind of Monster - A documentary that delves into the lives of Metallica members.
- The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years - A look at the heavy metal scene in the late '80s and its exaggerated lifestyles.
- Lords of Chaos - A dramatization of the Norwegian black metal scene and its violence.
- American Satan - A rock band encounters the dark side of fame while pursuing their dreams.
- Sound City - Documentary highlighting the iconic recording studio Sound City and its musical legacy.
- Some Kind of Monster - An in-depth look at Metallica’s journey through fame and change.
- Airheads - A comedic take on a struggling rock band trying to make it in the industry.
- The Dirt - A biographical film about the rise and fall of Mötley Crüe.
- Hesher - A film about a man who teaches a boy about life through heavy metal.
- School of Rock - A comedy about a substitute teacher who forms a rock band with his students.
- The Runaways - A biopic about the first female rock band, showcasing their struggles and triumphs.
- A Star is Born - A music-led film about the highs and lows of fame and rock music.
- Rock Star - A film about a tribute band singer who becomes the lead singer of his favorite band.
- New Jersey Drive - Incorporates rock and hip-hop themes, showing rebellion and youth culture.
- The Following - While primarily a thriller, it explores dark themes often found in metal culture.
- Rock of Ages - A musical featuring classic rock music and the culture of the 80s rock scene.
- Metal Evolution - A documentary series that explores the history of heavy metal music.
- The Last Waltz - A concert film about The Band's final performance, featuring rock legends.
- Mystery Science Theater 3000 - Comedic take on exploration of various film genres, often including music themes.
- High Fidelity - A film about music obsession, featuring a prominent rock and pop culture theme.
- Inside Metal - A documentary series focused on the history and evolution of heavy metal.
- Decline of Western Civilization Part III - Explores the underground punk scene, similar themes of rebellion as metal.
- What We Do in the Shadows - Comedic horror series with dark humor, travels into subcultures.
- The Music Never Stopped - A touching story about music's impact across genres, including rock.
- The Headbangers' Ball - A music video show focused on heavy metal and rock music.
- The Runaways: The Story Behind the Band - Explores the ground-breaking all-female rock band.
- Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure - A fun blend of music, comedy, and a celebration of rock culture.
- Step Up Revolution - Dance and music culture intertwined similar to rock and metal themes.
- Sing Street - A coming-of-age story about a boy starting a band to impress a girl.
- Bandslam - A teen drama about a group of high school students forming a band.
- Heavy Metal 2000 - Animated film with a heavy metal soundtrack and themes of rebellion.
- The Last Days of Disco - Explores music culture in 1980s New York, touching on themes of rebellion.
- 10 Things I Hate About You - Includes a strong soundtrack with rock themes that resonate with youth culture.
- Once - An indie musical that explores the power of music connections.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
This Is Spinal Tap
82 min
|
1984 | United States of America | Comedy | 160735 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 2 |
Anvil! The Story of Anvil
81 min
|
2008 | Canada | Documentary | 17374 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 3 |
Metallica: Some Kind of Monster
141 min
|
2004 | United States of America | Documentary | 21117 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 4 | 1988 | United States of America | Documentary | 4911 | 7.2 | Film | HD | |
| 5 |
Lords of Chaos
118 min
|
2018 | United Kingdom | Drama | 22578 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 6 |
American Satan
111 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 4789 | 5.7 | Film | HD |
| 7 |
Sound City
106 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Music | 13792 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
Airheads
92 min
|
1994 | United States of America | Comedy | 59888 | 6.2 | Film | HD |
| 9 |
The Dirt
108 min
|
2019 | United States of America | Drama | 60950 | 7 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
Hesher
106 min
|
2010 | Taiwan | Drama | 55774 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
School of Rock
110 min
|
2003 | United States of America | Comedy | 359437 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 12 |
The Runaways
107 min
|
2010 | United States of America | Music | 52691 | 6.5 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
A Star Is Born
136 min
|
2018 | United States of America | Drama | 450214 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 14 |
Rock Star
105 min
|
2001 | United States of America | Music | 47177 | 6.3 | Film | HD |
| 15 |
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 96709 | 7.4 | Serial | Anulat |
| 16 |
Rock of Ages
123 min
|
2012 | United States of America | Comedy | 84752 | 5.9 | Film | HD |
| 17 |
The Last Waltz
117 min
|
1978 | United States of America | Documentary | 22217 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 18 |
High Fidelity
113 min
|
2000 | United Kingdom | Drama | 199568 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 19 |
What We Do in the Shadows
86 min
|
2014 | New Zealand | Comedy | 214398 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
The Music Never Stopped
105 min
|
2011 | United States of America | Drama | 9107 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 21 | 1989 | United States of America | Adventure | 149958 | 6.9 | Film | HD | |
| 22 |
Step Up Revolution
99 min
|
2012 | United States of America | Drama | 60101 | 6.4 | Film | HD |
| 23 |
Sing Street
105 min
|
2016 | Ireland | Drama | 108204 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 24 |
Bandslam
111 min
|
2009 | United States of America | Drama | 15649 | 6.3 | Film | HD |
| 25 |
Heavy Metal 2000
88 min
|
2000 | Canada | Action | 10268 | 5.4 | Film | HD |
| 26 |
The Last Days of Disco
113 min
|
1998 | United States of America | Drama | 15244 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 27 |
10 Things I Hate About You
97 min
|
1999 | United States of America | Drama | 453998 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 28 |
Once
85 min
|
2007 | Ireland | Drama | 125254 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
