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10 Best Movies Like Drifters

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

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#1
Scarecrow

Scarecrow

1973★ 7.0

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

Two drifters bum around, visit earthy women and discuss opening a car wash in Pittsburgh....

#2
The Road

The Road

2009★ 7.0

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

A father and his son walk alone through burned America. Nothing moves in the ravaged landscape save the ash on the wind and water. It is cold enough to crack stones and, when the s...

#3
Migration

Migration

2023★ 7.3

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

After a migrating duck family alights on their pond with thrilling tales of far-flung places, the Mallard family embarks on a family road trip, from New England, to New York City, ...

#4
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

1993★ 7.0

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

Before the Seavers leave for a family vacation to San Francisco, they drop off their pets -- Chance, an adventurous American bulldog; Shadow, a wise golden retriever; and Sassy, a ...

#5
Into the Wild

Into the Wild

2007★ 7.8

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

After graduating from Emory University in 1992, top student and athlete Christopher McCandless abandons his possessions, gives his entire $24,000 savings account to charity, and hi...

#6
War of the Worlds

War of the Worlds

2005★ 6.5

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

Ray Ferrier is a divorced dockworker and less-than-perfect father. Soon after his ex-wife and her new husband drop off his teenage son and young daughter for a rare weekend visit, ...

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