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10 Best Movies Like The Grandfather Drum

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

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#1
Brother 2

Brother 2

2000★ 7.1

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

Arriving in Moscow, Chechen War veteran Danila meets Konstantin, an old friend who tells him that his twin brother has been forced into signing a crooked contract with a US ice hoc...

#2
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

2003★ 8.5

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

As armies mass for a final battle that will decide the fate of the world--and powerful, ancient forces of Light and Dark compete to determine the outcome--one member of the Fellows...

#3
Melody Time

Melody Time

1948★ 6.1

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

In the grand tradition of Disney's great musical classics, Melody Time features seven timeless stories, each enhanced with high-spirited music and unforgettable characters. You'll ...

#4
Ask Me If I'm Happy

Ask Me If I'm Happy

2000★ 7.7

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

Aspiring thespians Aldo, Giovanni and Giacomo work dead-end jobs while nurturing their dream production of Cyrano de Bergerac, until love for the same woman tears their friendship ...

#5
The Desperado Trail

The Desperado Trail

1965★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The Grandfather Drum for fans of Adventure. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Rollins' gang wants to grab land by inciting the settlers in a war against the Indians but Winnetou and Old Shatterhand try to keep the peace, until Rollins frames Winnetou up for ...

#6
Nine

Nine

2009★ 5.5

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

Arrogant, self-centered movie director Guido Contini finds himself struggling to find meaning, purpose, and a script for his latest film endeavor. With only a week left before shoo...