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10 Best Movies Like Ruby Jean and Joe

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

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#1
8 Seconds

8 Seconds

1994★ 7.2

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

This film chronicles the life of Lane Frost, 1987 PRCA Bull Riding World Champion, his marriage and his friendships with Tuff Hedeman (three-time World Champion) and Cody Lambert....

#2
The Electric Horseman

The Electric Horseman

1979★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Ruby Jean and Joe for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A former champion rodeo rider is reduced to using his saddle skills to promote a breakfast cereal in a gaudy Las Vegas show. When he's asked to perform with a $12 million horse, he...

#3
Big Sky River

Big Sky River

2022★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Ruby Jean and Joe for fans of TV Movie & Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Tara needs to go back to Parable, Montana, the place that made her the happiest, in order to move forward after a messy divorce. Her handsome neighbor presents an unexpected twist....

#4
The Lusty Men

The Lusty Men

1952★ 6.7

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

Retired rodeo champion Jeff McCloud agrees to mentor novice rodeo contestant Wes Merritt against the wishes of Merritt's wife who fears the dangers of this rough sport....

#5
Pure Country

Pure Country

1992★ 7.0

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

Dusty Chandler is a super star in the country music world, but his shows have the style of a '70s rock concert. One day he takes a walk - out of his overdone concerts to find his r...

#6
Bronco Billy

Bronco Billy

1980★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Ruby Jean and Joe for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

An idealistic, modern-day cowboy struggles to keep his Wild West show afloat in the face of hard luck and waning interest....

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