Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Death of a Salesman List
- American Beauty - Explores themes of the disillusionment of the American Dream and family dynamics.
- The Pursuit of Happyness - Follows a struggling salesman trying to provide a better life for his son amidst hardship.
- Death of a Salesman (1985) - A film adaptation of the original play, maintaining the same themes and characters.
- The Great Gatsby - Centers around the pursuit of wealth and the hollow nature of success.
- A Streetcar Named Desire - Deals with personal failure and the struggle for dignity in the face of societal pressures.
- Fences - Explores racial tensions and personal aspirations within a family context.
- Glengarry Glen Ross - A portrayal of desperate real estate agents, showcasing the cutthroat nature of sales.
- The Wolf of Wall Street - Examines the excesses of ambition and the moral decay that can accompany the pursuit of success.
- All My Sons - A powerful exploration of family dynamics and the consequences of personal decisions.
- The Hours - Intertwines different women's lives, exploring themes of dissatisfaction and existential crisis.
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- The Kite Runner - Focuses on redemption and the challenges of personal relationships against societal expectations.
- Ordinary People - Explores family dynamics and the impact of trauma on relationships.
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- The Death of Stalin - Black comedy that addresses political machinations and personal ambition in a historical context.
- The Family Stone - Explores family relationships and the complexities of personal choices during holiday gatherings.
- Good Will Hunting - Delves into personal struggles and the pursuit of dreams despite challenging circumstances.
- A Man for All Seasons - Focuses on moral integrity in the face of societal pressures and personal ambition.
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- The Master - Explores the relationship between a charismatic leader and a lost soul seeking purpose.
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- Manchester by the Sea - Examines loss, regret, and the challenges of confronting one's past within family relationships.
- The Pursuit of Happyness - A poignant representation of determination and the struggles faced by a father.
- Cat on a Hot Tin Roof - Explores the fragility of relationships and the impact of deceit within a family.
- The Road - Depicts a father-son relationship amidst the desolation of a post-apocalyptic world.
- The Social Network - Focuses on personal ambition, success, and the costs associated with achieving one's dreams.
- The Blind Side - Illustrates themes of family, opportunity, and the transformative power of kindness.
- Blue Jasmine - A tragicomedy that follows a woman's downfall and her struggle in a new life.
- The Apartment - A satirical look at corporate culture and personal relationships intertwined with ambition.
- Raging Bull - Explores the life of a boxer, highlighting themes of ambition, violence, and personal turmoil.
- Bicycle Thieves - An exploration of poverty and familial relationships against the backdrop of economic hardship.
- Inside Llewyn Davis - Centers on a struggling artist navigating the challenges of life and ambition in the 1960s music scene.
- Cedar Rapids - A comedic take on personal ambition and the pressures of professionalism in sales.
- Requiem for a Dream - Explores addiction and the pursuit of dreams with tragic consequences.
- Waiting for Godot - A two-act play reflecting on existentialism, similar to themes of waiting and anticipation found in Salesman.
- The King of Comedy - A critique of fame and ambition, following a struggling comedian's desperate pursuit of success.
- The Squid and the Whale - Explores complex family dynamics and the impact of divorce on children's lives.
- Terms of Endearment - A heartfelt exploration of family relationships over numerous years, filled with both comedy and drama.
- The Big Short - Examines the financial crisis and its impact on individuals and families, touching on ambition and greed.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
American Beauty
122 min
|
1999 | United States of America | Drama | 1283230 | 8.3 | Film | HD |
| 2 |
The Pursuit of Happyness
117 min
|
2006 | United States of America | Drama | 626297 | 8 | Film | HD |
| 3 |
The Great Gatsby
143 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 646180 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 4 |
A Streetcar Named Desire
125 min
|
1951 | United States of America | Drama | 119179 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 5 |
Fences
139 min
|
2016 | Canada | Drama | 125970 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 6 |
Glengarry Glen Ross
100 min
|
1992 | United States of America | Drama | 126573 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 7 |
The Wolf of Wall Street
180 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 1806860 | 8.2 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
All My Sons
94 min
|
1948 | United States of America | Drama | 2697 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 9 |
The Hours
110 min
|
2002 | United Kingdom | Drama | 147611 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
Revolutionary Road
119 min
|
2008 | United Kingdom | Drama | 237455 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
The Kite Runner
128 min
|
2007 | China | Drama | 85410 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 12 |
Ordinary People
124 min
|
1980 | United States of America | Drama | 62291 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
Little Children
137 min
|
2006 | United States of America | Drama | 122279 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 14 |
The Death of Stalin
107 min
|
2017 | Belgium | Drama | 127522 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 15 |
The Family Stone
103 min
|
2005 | United States of America | Drama | 90574 | 6.3 | Film | HD |
| 16 |
Good Will Hunting
127 min
|
1997 | United States of America | Drama | 1229160 | 8.4 | Film | HD |
| 17 |
A Man for All Seasons
120 min
|
1966 | United Kingdom | Drama | 40558 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 18 |
The Graduate
106 min
|
1967 | United States of America | Drama | 302898 | 8 | Film | HD |
| 19 |
Carnage
80 min
|
2011 | France | Comedy | 138777 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
The Master
137 min
|
2012 | United States of America | Drama | 202349 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 21 |
A Beautiful Mind
135 min
|
2001 | United States of America | Drama | 1058520 | 8.2 | Film | HD |
| 22 |
Amadeus
160 min
|
1984 | United States of America | Drama | 470665 | 8.4 | Film | HD |
| 23 |
Manchester by the Sea
138 min
|
2016 | United States of America | Drama | 359956 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 24 |
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
108 min
|
1958 | United States of America | Drama | 57264 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 25 |
The Road
111 min
|
2009 | United States of America | Drama | 272306 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 26 |
The Social Network
121 min
|
2010 | United States of America | Drama | 824130 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 27 |
The Blind Side
129 min
|
2009 | United States of America | Drama | 389514 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 28 |
Blue Jasmine
99 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 220463 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 29 |
The Apartment
125 min
|
1960 | United States of America | Comedy | 221391 | 8.3 | Film | HD |
| 30 |
Raging Bull
129 min
|
1980 | United States of America | Drama | 411873 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 31 |
Bicycle Thieves
89 min
|
1948 | Italy | Drama | 192362 | 8.2 | Film | HD |
| 32 |
Inside Llewyn Davis
104 min
|
2013 | France | Drama | 172595 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 33 |
Cedar Rapids
87 min
|
2011 | United States of America | Comedy | 41042 | 6.3 | Film | HD |
| 34 |
Requiem for a Dream
102 min
|
2000 | United States of America | Drama | 979183 | 8.3 | Film | HD |
| 35 |
The King of Comedy
109 min
|
1982 | United States of America | Drama | 134292 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 36 |
The Squid and the Whale
81 min
|
2005 | United States of America | Drama | 94867 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 37 |
Terms of Endearment
132 min
|
1983 | United States of America | Drama | 71021 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 38 |
The Big Short
131 min
|
2015 | United States of America | Drama | 543468 | 7.8 | Film | HD |