Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Apr 18, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Checkmate

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

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#1
Far from the Tree

Far from the Tree

2021★ 8.1

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

On an idyllic beach in the Pacific Northwest, curiosity gets the better of a young raccoon whose frustrated parent attempts to keep them both safe....

#2
Malcolm & Marie

Malcolm & Marie

2021★ 7.0

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

As a filmmaker and his girlfriend return home from his movie premiere, smoldering tensions and painful revelations push them toward a romantic reckoning....

#3
Cam Girls

Cam Girls

2021★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Checkmate for fans of Romance. It captures a similar heartwarming atmosphere.

Jenna, Kelly and Ness have all found themselves isolated around lockdown. With little to do around the homes, and a lot of time on their hands, the girls interact with one another ...

#4
Red Nose Day Actually

Red Nose Day Actually

2017★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Checkmate for fans of TV Movie. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Fourteen years after the events of the first film, a series of encounters between people in Britain reminds us that in these different times Love, actually exists....

#5
Downloaded

Downloaded

2013★ 6.5

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

A documentary that explores the downloading revolution; the kids that created it, the bands and the businesses that were affected by it, and its impact on the world at large....

#6
Songbird

Songbird

2020★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Checkmate for fans of Sci-Fi. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

During a pandemic lockdown, Nico, a young man with rare immunity, must overcome martial law, murderous vigilantes and a powerful family to reunite with his love, Sara....

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