Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi List
- Meet the Patels - Explores cultural identity and family expectations in the context of Indian-American dating.
- The Mindy Project - Centers around an Indian-American woman navigating her career and personal life while tackling cultural themes.
- Miss India America - Focuses on an Indian-American girl balancing cultural heritage and modern American life.
- Pati Patni Aur Woh - Explores love and relationship dynamics within a cultural context that resonates with American-born Desi themes.
- Never Have I Ever - Follows a first-generation Indian-American teen as she navigates relationships and identity.
- Crazy Rich Asians - Focuses on cultural dilemmas and the clash between family traditions and modern life.
- Indian Matchmaking - Reality show exploring the complexities of marriage and cultural expectations among Indian-Americans.
- The Good Place - Incorporates themes of morality and cultural conflicts, with a diverse cast including Indian-American characters.
- Ramy - Showcases the life of a first-generation Muslim-American trying to balance his cultural heritage with American life.
- Four Weddings and a Funeral - Romantic comedy that explores relationships amidst diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Punjabi Wedding Song - Reflects on Indian customs and cultural identity through the lens of modern relationships.
- Outsourced - A comedy that explores cultural differences in a workplace setting involving American and Indian characters.
- Bend it Like Beckham - A film about a British-Indian girl's struggle against cultural norms in pursuit of her passion.
- Family Karma - Reality series about a group of Indian-American friends navigating love and family expectations.
- Searching for Bobby Fischer - Explores themes of familial expectation and personal identity through the lens of a child's talent.
- The Big Sick - A romantic comedy that examines cultural differences through the life of a Pakistani-American couple.
- Ali's Wedding - A comedic take on the trials of a young Muslim man dealing with love and family obligations.
- Bhaji on the Beach - Focuses on a group of Indian women discussing cultural identity and personal lives during a day out.
- My Big Fat Greek Wedding - Explores cultural clashes in a romantic setting similar to the Indian-American context.
- How I Met Your Mother - Includes characters from different backgrounds who face cultural challenges in relationships and friendships.
- The Yesterday - Explores ethnic and cultural identities through music and generational gaps.
- Jane the Virgin - Involves family expectations and personal choices juxtaposed with cultural background.
- Spider-Man: No Way Home - Involves diverse characters, some with crossover cultural backgrounds reflecting modern dilemmas.
- Never Have I Ever - Represents the complexity of growing up as a first-generation Indian-American.
- Awkward Black Girl - Portrays the struggles of identity and cultural belonging in a comedic format.
- The Simpsons - Explores the dynamics of an American family dealing with diverse cultures.
- Master of None - Features Asian-American experiences and the conflict between personal desires and cultural family values.
- Living Your Life - A humorous look at the life of an Indian-American navigating relationships and family expectations.
- Hum Tum - A romantic comedy addressing cultural and social issues in the context of Indian relationships.
- The Other Two - Funny series about siblings managing their brother's rising fame, exploring identity and expectations.
- Joyride - Romantic comedy involving cultural and personal identity similar to Desi stories.
- Love Aaj Kal - Explores romantic relationships and cultural conflicts across generations.
- Kim's Convenience - Centers on a Korean-Canadian family, dealing with cultural differences and modern life.
- The Farewell - A film dealing with familial bonds and cultural identity in a modern context.
- The Real World: India - Focuses on young people's relationships and cultural differences in a reality show format.
- Pallavi Patil - Centers on the journey of navigating familial expectations and personal choices.
- The Indian Detective - Combines comedy and cultural themes through the life of an Indian who experiences life in Canada.
- Happiest Season - Focuses on the complexities of love and family in a modern holiday setting.
- Being Atypical - Explores family dynamics and identity issues in a coming-of-age context.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
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| 1 |
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2012 | United States of America | Comedy | 36588 | 7.5 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 2 |
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2020 | United States of America | Drama | 95534 | 7.8 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 3 |
Crazy Rich Asians
121 min
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 209952 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 4 |
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2020 | India | Reality Show | 4587 | 6.3 | Serial | Serial în curs |
| 5 |
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2016 | United States of America | Drama | 222105 | 8.2 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 6 |
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2019 | United States of America | Drama | 17959 | 8 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 7 |
Four Weddings and a Funeral
117 min
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1994 | United Kingdom | Drama | 182849 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
Bend It Like Beckham
112 min
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2002 | Germany | Comedy | 123437 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 9 |
Searching for Bobby Fischer
110 min
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1993 | United States of America | Drama | 44798 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
The Big Sick
120 min
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2017 | United States of America | Drama | 150836 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
Ali's Wedding
110 min
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2017 | Australia | Drama | 5775 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 12 |
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
95 min
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2002 | Canada | Drama | 151551 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
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2005 | United States of America | Drama | 784279 | 8.3 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 14 |
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2014 | United States of America | Drama | 64659 | 7.8 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 15 |
Spider-Man: No Way Home
148 min
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2021 | United States of America | Action | 1029640 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 16 |
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1989 | United States of America | Family | 469701 | 8.6 | Serial | Serial în curs |
| 17 |
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2015 | United States of America | Drama | 78887 | 8.2 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 18 |
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2019 | United States of America | Comedy | 12428 | 7.8 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 19 |
Joyride
94 min
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2022 | Ireland | Comedy | 3708 | 6.2 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
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2016 | Canada | Comedy | 28986 | 8.2 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 21 |
The Farewell
100 min
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2019 | China | Drama | 75827 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 22 |
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2017 | Canada | Drama | 3664 | 6.5 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 23 |
Happiest Season
102 min
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2020 | United States of America | Romance | 53452 | 6.6 | Film | HD |