Dynamic Watchlist Hub: Jan 19, 2026

10 Best Movies Like The First Time

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

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#1
The Saragossa Manuscript

The Saragossa Manuscript

1966★ 7.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The First Time for fans of Fantasy. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

During the Napoleonic wars, a Spanish officer and an opposing officer find a book written by the former's grandfather....

#2
Kung Fu Panda 4

Kung Fu Panda 4

2024★ 7.0

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

Po is gearing up to become the spiritual leader of his Valley of Peace, but also needs someone to take his place as Dragon Warrior. As such, he will train a new kung fu practitione...

#3
Monster's Battlefield

Monster's Battlefield

2021★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The First Time for fans of Sci-Fi. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

The soldier king Qin Yang's fiancée Ye Qin met with an unknown beast and died tragically. Gu Ping invites him to participate in Ye Qin's scientific research before her death. But ...

#4
The Man with the Golden Gun

The Man with the Golden Gun

1974★ 6.5

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The First Time for fans of Adventure. It captures a similar adrenaline-pumping atmosphere.

Cool government operative James Bond searches for a stolen invention that can turn the sun's heat into a destructive weapon. He soon crosses paths with the menacing Francisco Scara...

#5
Rewind 3: The Final Chapter

Rewind 3: The Final Chapter

2023★ 5.6

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The First Time for fans of Horror. It captures a similar spine-chilling atmosphere.

An unfortunate highschooler finds an ancient book that summons Allentown's deadliest maniacs back from the dead....

#6
Non Negotiable

Non Negotiable

2024★ 6.2

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

Hostage negotiator Alan Bender is called to rescue the president from a kidnapping, only to find himself also mediating to save his wife and marriage....