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10 Best Movies Like Why?

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

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#1
De Palma

De Palma

2016★ 7.0

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

An intimate conversation between filmmakers, chronicling De Palma’s 55-year career, his life, and his filmmaking process, with revealing anecdotes and, of course, a wealth of film ...

#2
The Emperor's New Groove

The Emperor's New Groove

2000★ 7.6

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

Emperor Kuzco is turned into a llama by his ex-administrator Yzma, and must now regain his throne and his human form with the help of Pacha, a gentle llama herder....

#3
Side by Side

Side by Side

2012★ 7.2

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

Since the invention of cinema, the standard format for recording moving images has been film. Over the past two decades, a new form of digital filmmaking has emerged, creating a gr...

#4
All About Nina

All About Nina

2018★ 5.9

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

Nina Geld's passion and talent have made her a rising star in the comedy scene, but she's an emotional mess offstage. When a new professional opportunity coincides with a romantic ...

#5
QT8: The First Eight

QT8: The First Eight

2019★ 7.2

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

A detailed account of the life and artistic career of legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, from his early days as a video club manager to the scandalous fall in disgrace of produ...

#6
The Secret Life of Bees

The Secret Life of Bees

2008★ 7.5

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

Set in South Carolina in 1964, this is the tale of Lily Owens a 14 year-old girl who is haunted by the memory of her late mother. To escape her lonely life and troubled relationshi...

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