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10 Best Movies Like Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse

If you loved Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Steakhouse

Steakhouse

2021★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse for fans of Animation. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

The steak has been marinating for a few days now. The pan is heated. Franc's stomach is rumbling. But Liza's co-workers surprise her with a birthday party. Will she be home on time...

#2
Scooby-Doo! and the Beach Beastie

Scooby-Doo! and the Beach Beastie

2015★ 8.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse for fans of Animation. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Scooby-Doo and the gang investigates a new ghost at a water park resort....

#3
With a Right to Kill

With a Right to Kill

2003★ 6.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

This documentary looks at the Danish resistance movement's execution of 400 informers during the Nazi occupation and the ensuing cover-up....

#4
The Return of Frank James

The Return of Frank James

1940★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse for fans of Western. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Farmer Frank and his ward hunt brother Jesse's killers, the back-shooting Fords....

#5
I Don't Expect Anyone to Believe Me

I Don't Expect Anyone to Believe Me

2023★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A writer's career — and entire life — suddenly goes off script when he falls prey to a dangerous web of criminals right before moving to Barcelona....

#6
Return to Zero

Return to Zero

2014★ 6.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Mr. Pete & the Iron Horse for fans of Drama. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

Based on the true story of a successful couple, Maggie and Aaron who are preparing for the arrival of their first child....