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10 Best Movies Like American Pastoral

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

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#1
The Oath

The Oath

2016★ 6.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to American Pastoral for fans of Crime & Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

When his daughter's criminal boyfriend becomes an increasing threat to the family, a father must take action to protect them....

#2
Silvio Forever

Silvio Forever

2011★ 6.3

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

Lawsuit-proof satirical "unauthorized biography" of Silvio Berlusconi told using only words spoken by the man himself in interviews, rallies, or other public statements....

#3
The Good Catholic

The Good Catholic

2017★ 5.5

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

An idealistic young priest is dedicated to his calling until he meets a woman at confession. After the meeting, he seeks guidance from his fellow priests....

#4
Idiot Love

Idiot Love

2004★ 5.2

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

Pere Lluc is thirty five and is living an unclear period in his life. He finds out that one of his friends has death 5 months ago and to forget the sorrows he goes out and get drun...

#5
Ana Arabia

Ana Arabia

2013★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to American Pastoral for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Filmed in one sequence-shot of 1 hour and 25 minutes, Ana Arabia is a moment in the life of a small community of outcasts, Jews and Arabs, who live together in a forgotten enclave ...

#6
The Night My Mother Killed My Father

The Night My Mother Killed My Father

2016★ 5.8

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

Isabel is torn between the need to feel valued as an actress and her insecurities and contradictions. One night, she hosts a very special dinner: her husband Ángel, who is a script...