Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Jan 22, 2026

10 Best Movies Like First of May

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

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#1
Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

1983★ 6.4

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

Hong Kong, Hong Kong is the story of a young woman, Man Si Sun, who has arrived illegally in Hong Kong from mainland China, and Kong Yuen Sang, a young man who is a gambler and wan...

#2
Kingdom 2: Far and Away

Kingdom 2: Far and Away

2022★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to First of May for fans of Action. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

It follows a young man who dreams of becoming a general and Ying Zheng, whose goal is unification....

#3
Lion

Lion

2017★ 6.2

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

The lion has to become more physically fit. The gazelle does not think he is capable of doing so....

#4
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hashira Meeting Arc

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Hashira Meeting Arc

2021★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to First of May for fans of Animation. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

Tanjiro and Nezuko have been apprehended by the Demon Slayer Hashira, a group of extremely skilled swordfighters. Tanjiro undergoes trial for violating the Demon Slayer code, speci...

#5
Kingdom III: The Flame of Destiny

Kingdom III: The Flame of Destiny

2023★ 7.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to First of May for fans of Action. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

To defend their kingdom against a sudden invasion, a mighty general returns to the battlefield alongside a war orphan, now grown up, who dreams of glory....

#6
Air Force One Down

Air Force One Down

2024★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to First of May for fans of Action. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

On her first assignment aboard Air Force One, a rookie Secret Service agent faces the ultimate test when terrorists hijack the plane, intent on derailing a pivotal energy deal. Wit...