Movies Like Ghost Empire: The Forgotten Story of Harvey Comics
If you liked Ghost Empire: The Forgotten Story of Harvey Comics, a documentary and history movie directed by Jonny Harvey, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.
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Marvel: 75 Years, from Pulp to Pop! (2014)
★ 6.8/10Also documentaryIn celebration of the publisher's 75th anniversary, the hour-long special will take a detailed look at the company's journey from fledgling comics publisher to multi-media juggernaut. Hosted by Emily VanCamp…
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Stan Lee (2023)
★ 7.2/10Also documentaryCelebrate the legacy of Stan Lee as the co-creator of such legendary characters as Fantastic Four, Iron Man, the X-Men, The Avengers, and hundreds more.
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Marvel's Behind the Mask (2021)
★ 7/10Also documentaryA documentary special that explores the power of identity behind the iconic superheroes we know and love today. These legendary Marvel creations and stories have not only reflected the world outside our window – they…
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Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics (2010)
★ 7/10Also documentaryA look at the history of the comic book publication that launched such legendary characters as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman.
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Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope (2011)
★ 6.9/10Also documentaryA behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.
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Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound (2019)
★ 6.9/10Also documentary and historyThe history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.
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Spider-Man: All Roads Lead to No Way Home (2022)
★ 6.8/10Also documentaryJB Smoove and Martin Starr host a celebration of 20 years of "Spider-Man" movies, from the Sam Raimi trilogy to Marc Webb's movies and the trio from Jon Watts.
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Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear (2022)
★ 7/10Also documentaryExplore the evolution of Buzz Lightyear from toy to human in the making of Pixar’s Lightyear. Dive into the origin and cultural impact of everyone’s favorite Space Ranger, the art of designing a new “human Buzz,” and…
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Who Are You, Charlie Brown? (2021)
★ 6.9/10Also documentaryLupita Nyong'o narrates a documentary about Peanuts and its creator, Charles M. Schulz. Famous fans—including Drew Barrymore, Kevin Smith, and Al Roker—share its influence on them, and a new animated story finds…
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Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2023)
★ 6.3/10Also documentaryFollow the production of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” as the cast and crew take on the incredible challenge of remembering T’Challa with a chapter befitting the late king. Through intimate behind-the-scenes footage…
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John Candy: I Like Me (2025)
★ 7.9/10Also documentaryThose who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.
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Batman & Bill (2017)
★ 7.2/10Also documentaryEveryone thinks that Bob Kane created Batman, but that’s not the whole truth. One author makes it his crusade to make it known that Bill Finger, a struggling writer, actually helped invent the iconic superhero, from…
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Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye (2022)
★ 7.2/10Also documentaryJoin the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s…
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Titanic: 20 Years Later with James Cameron (2017)
★ 6.6/10Also documentary and historyFor the 20th anniversary of "Titanic," James Cameron reopens the file on the disaster.
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Sidney (2022)
★ 6.9/10Also documentaryThis revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Berry, and more.
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Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)
★ 6.9/10Also documentarySettle in with the likes of Taika Waititi, Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Christian Bale, and Tessa Thompson, and as they divulge the secrets behind the creation of Thor: Love and Thunder. Through in-depth…
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Power of Grayskull: The Definitive History of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2017)
★ 7/10Also documentaryThis documentary looks to forge the greatest, most definitive, documentary on everything He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, She-Ra, the live action movie, New Adventures of He-Man, the 200x series and much more!…
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The Untold History Of The United States (2012)
★ 8.2/10Also documentary and historyOliver Stone charts the history of the United States from the Second World War to the present.
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Back in Time (2015)
★ 6.5/10Also documentaryCast, crew and fans explore the "Back to the Future" time-travel trilogy's resonance throughout our culture, thirty years after Marty McFly went back in time.
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Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe (2014)
★ 6.9/10Also documentaryA look at the story behind Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from all of the Marvel films, the Marvel One-Shots and "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."!