Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Jan 20, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Beijing Flickers

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

🏆

Expert Review & Ratings

See our full critical analysis and audience score for Beijing Flickers.

View Review →
#1
Return to Mayberry

Return to Mayberry

1986★ 6.2

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

After being away for awhile, Andy Taylor returns home to Mayberry to visit Opie, now an expectant father. While there he ends up helping Barney Fife mount a campaign for sheriff....

#2
Fantozzi to the Rescue

Fantozzi to the Rescue

1990★ 6.1

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

Fantozzi is now retired but continues to go to the office where it is held up as a fine example of employees intending to do career....

#3
The Cutting Edge: Going for the Gold

The Cutting Edge: Going for the Gold

2006★ 6.5

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

Two ice skaters develop a love-hate relationship while dreaming of Olympic glory....

#4
Return to Nim's Island

Return to Nim's Island

2013★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Beijing Flickers for fans of Family. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Fourteen year old Nim, more determined than ever to protect her island and all the wildlife that call it home, faces off against resort developers and animal poachers. Soon she rea...

#5
Return to Homs

Return to Homs

2013★ 6.7

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Beijing Flickers for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Filmed over 3 years in Homs, accompanying 2 outstanding young men from the time they were only dreaming of freedom to the time when they are forced to change course. Basset, the 19...

#6
The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

The Land Before Time III: The Time of the Great Giving

1995★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Beijing Flickers for fans of Animation. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

When a sudden shortage of water threatens all life in the great valley, The gang of young dinosaur must cooperate with a group of bullies to make a risky journey outside the valley...