Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Jan 20, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Surfacing

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

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#1
Gasping for Air

Gasping for Air

2016★ 6.7

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

When his sister disappears after leaving their home in hopes of singing stardom, Luis tracks her down and discovers the grim reality of her whereabouts....

#2
Groot's Pursuit

Groot's Pursuit

2022★ 7.1

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

Groot investigates a spooky noise that’s been haunting the Quadrant, which leads to an intense dance off....

#3
Shamshera

Shamshera

2022★ 5.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Surfacing for fans of Drama. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

Set in the 1800s, the film is about a "dacoit" tribe who take charge in fight for their rights and independence against the British....

#4
Flow

Flow

2019★ 8.7

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

A turbulent day in a life, painted by air....

#5
12

12

2017★ 5.9

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

Anton and Erika started out as friends for five years and got into a romantic relationship for seven years. Anton is a commercial director while Erika is a former band member and b...

#6
Terror on the Prairie

Terror on the Prairie

2022★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Surfacing for fans of Western. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

A pioneering family fights back against a gang of vicious outlaws that is terrorizing them on their newly-built farm on the plains of Montana....