Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Apr 10, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Icarus

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

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#1
The Armstrong Lie

The Armstrong Lie

2013★ 6.9

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

In 2009, Alex Gibney was hired to make a film about Lance Armstrong's comeback to cycling. The project was shelved when the doping scandal erupted, and re-opened after Armstrong's ...

#2
Tyson

Tyson

2008★ 6.8

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

Director James Toback takes an unflinching, uncompromising look at the life of Mike Tyson--almost solely from the perspective of the man himself. TYSON alternates between the contr...

#3
Ronaldo

Ronaldo

2015★ 7.0

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

Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated f...

#4
The Class of ‘92

The Class of ‘92

2013★ 7.1

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

A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Pa...

#5
Athlete A

Athlete A

2020★ 7.5

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

Follow the Indianapolis Star reporters that broke the story about USA Gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar's abuse and hear from gymnasts....

#6
1

1

2013★ 6.6

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

Set in the golden era of Grand Prix Racing '1' tells the story of a generation of charismatic drivers who raced on the edge, risking their lives during Formula 1's deadliest period...

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