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10 Best Movies Like Ludwig II

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

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#1
Ludwig

Ludwig

1973★ 7.4

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

Historical evocation of Ludwig, king of Bavaria, from his crowning in 1864 until his death in 1886, as a romantic hero. Fan of Richard Wagner, betrayed by him, in love with his cou...

#2
Gilbert

Gilbert

2017★ 6.7

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

The life and career of one of comedy's most inimitable modern voices, Mr. Gilbert Gottfried....

#3
Breathe

Breathe

2017★ 7.4

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

Based on the true story of Robin, a handsome, brilliant and adventurous man whose life takes a dramatic turn when polio leaves him paralyzed....

#4
The Oyster Princess

The Oyster Princess

1919★ 6.8

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

A pampered American oyster tycoon decides to buy a husband for his daughter, but things don’t go quite as planned. Along the way there are mishaps, misunderstandings and a foxtrot ...

#5
Amadeus

Amadeus

1984★ 8.0

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

Disciplined Italian composer Antonio Salieri becomes consumed by jealousy and resentment towards the hedonistic and remarkably talented young Salzburger composer Wolfgang Amadeus M...

#6
Pope Joan

Pope Joan

2009★ 6.8

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

A 9th century woman of English extraction born in the German city of Ingelheim disguises herself as a man and rises through the Vatican ranks....

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