Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Jan 19, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Probation

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

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#1
The Seed of the Sacred Fig

The Seed of the Sacred Fig

2024★ 7.6

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

Investigating judge Iman grapples with paranoia amid political unrest in Tehran. When his gun vanishes, he suspects his wife and daughters, imposing draconian measures that strain ...

#2
My Son

My Son

2017★ 5.8

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

The story of a busy man, who fills his time travelling to Africa, South America and the Middle East. His passion for his job has distanced him from his loved ones. He’s been divorc...

#3
Dolemite Is My Name

Dolemite Is My Name

2019★ 7.0

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

The story of Rudy Ray Moore, who created the iconic big screen pimp character Dolemite in the 1970s....

#4
The Secret Six

The Secret Six

1931★ 5.5

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

Bootlegger/cafe owner, Johnny Franks recruits crude working man Scorpio to join his gang, masterminded by crooked criminal defense lawyer Newton. Scorpio eventually takes over Fran...

#5
Bloody Milk

Bloody Milk

2017★ 6.9

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

Pierre, in his thirties, is a breeder of dairy cattle. His life revolves around his farm, his veterinarian sister and his parents whose livestock he took over. As the first cases o...

#6
From Hilde, with Love

From Hilde, with Love

2024★ 7.0

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

In Berlin 1942, Hilde is a member of an anti-Nazi group. She falls in love with another member, Hans. The two spend a summer together until they get caught by the Gestapo and Hilde...