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10 Best Movies Like John Grierson

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

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#1
Joker: Put on a Happy Face

Joker: Put on a Happy Face

2020★ 8.0

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

Featuring interviews with filmmakers and industry legends, discover the origins and evolution of The Joker, and learn why The Clown Prince of Crime is universally hailed as the gre...

#2
Room 666

Room 666

1982★ 6.5

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

During the 1982 Cannes Film Festival, Wim Wenders asked a number of global film directors to, one at a time, go into a hotel room, turn on the camera, and answer a simple question:...

#3
Spider-Man: All Roads Lead to No Way Home

Spider-Man: All Roads Lead to No Way Home

2022★ 6.8

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

JB Smoove and Martin Starr host a celebration of 20 years of "Spider-Man" movies, from the Sam Raimi trilogy to Marc Webb's movies and the trio from Jon Watts....

#4
Being James Bond

Being James Bond

2021★ 7.8

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

Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Cra...

#5
Hitchcock/Truffaut

Hitchcock/Truffaut

2015★ 7.2

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

Filmmakers discuss the legacy of Alfred Hitchcock and the book “Hitchcock/Truffaut” (“Le cinéma selon Hitchcock”), written by François Truffaut and published in 1966....

#6
Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red

Embrace the Panda: Making Turning Red

2022★ 6.8

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

A feature length documentary about the all-women team at the helm of Pixar's original feature, Turning Red. With unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to Director Domee Shi and he...

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