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10 Best Movies Like The One and Only Mike Leigh

If you loved The One and Only Mike Leigh, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Directed by John Ford

Directed by John Ford

1971★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The One and Only Mike Leigh for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A documentary about the life and films of director John Ford....

#2
The Class of ‘92

The Class of ‘92

2013★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The One and Only Mike Leigh for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A detailing of the rise to prominence and global sporting superstardom of six supremely talented young Manchester United football players (David Beckham, Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Pa...

#3
Seduced and Abandoned

Seduced and Abandoned

2013★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The One and Only Mike Leigh for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their nex...

#4
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

2022★ 7.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The One and Only Mike Leigh for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast....

#5
A Decade Under the Influence

A Decade Under the Influence

2003★ 7.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The One and Only Mike Leigh for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A documentary examining the decade of the 1970s as a turning point in American cinema. Some of today's best filmmakers interview the influential directors of that time....

#6
The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button

The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button

2009★ 7.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to The One and Only Mike Leigh for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A documentary about the making of David Fincher's 2008 film THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. Virtually every element in the evolution of the Fincher's film is documented here, ...

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