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Movies Like Behind the Curtain: Stranger Things: The First Shadow

If you liked Behind the Curtain: Stranger Things: The First Shadow (2025), a documentary movie directed by Jonathan Halperin, 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.

  1. 1Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals (2022)

    ★ 7.1/10Also documentary

    Join director Chloe Zhao and the Cast of Eternals as they recount their experiences during the making of Marvel Studios’ most ambitious film to date. Discover how the ensemble cast felt stepping into their roles…

  2. 2Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

    Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022)

    ★ 6.8/10Also documentary

    This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they…

  3. 3Making Squid Game: The Challenge

    Making Squid Game: The Challenge (2023)

    ★ 8/10Also documentary

    Go behind the scenes and witness how the "Squid Game"-inspired reality show transformed from a scripted drama to a cutthroat, nail-biting competition.

  4. 4Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)

    ★ 7/10Also documentary

    Join visionary director Sam Raimi and the cast of the film as they recount their experiences bringing Marvel’s darkest story to life. From world-building to universe-building, hear first hand accounts from the cast and…

  5. 5Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Thor: Love and Thunder

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)

    ★ 6.9/10Also documentary

    Settle 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…

  6. 6Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye (2022)

    ★ 7.2/10Also documentary

    Join 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…

  7. 7Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2023)

    ★ 6.3/10Also documentary

    Follow 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…

  8. 8Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

    Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)

    ★ 7.2/10Also documentary

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

  9. 9The Walking Dead: The Return

    The Walking Dead: The Return (2024)

    ★ 7.4/10Also documentary

    Stars of "The Walking Dead," Andrew Lincoln and Danai Gurira, walk down memory lane and visit iconic locations where pivotal moments between their characters, Rick and Michonne, were filmed.

  10. 10Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy

    Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010)

    ★ 7.8/10Also documentary

    For decades, Freddy Krueger has slashed his way through the dreams of countless youngsters, scaring up over half a billion dollars at the box office across eight terrifying, spectacular films.

  11. 11Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022)

    ★ 6.6/10Also documentary

    Join the likes of Tatiana Maslany, Mark Ruffalo, Tim Roth, and Benedict Wong as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ She-Hulk: Attorney at Law was conceived and shaped. Discover what it took for She-Hulk’s creators to pull…

  12. 12Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Ms. Marvel

    Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Ms. Marvel (2022)

    ★ 6.8/10Also documentary

    Go behind-the-scenes every step of the way with immersive footage from the making of the series, along with insightful interviews on set from the cast and crew of Ms. Marvel as we watch Iman Vellani and her character…

  13. 13The Last Repair Shop

    The Last Repair Shop (2024)

    ★ 7.5/10Also documentary

    In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than 80,000 student musical instruments, the largest remaining workshop in America of its kind. Meet four…

  14. 14David Byrne's American Utopia

    David Byrne's American Utopia (2020)

    ★ 7.5/10Also documentary

    A filmed version of David Byrne's Broadway show, a unifying musical celebration that inspires audiences to connect to each other and to the global community.

  15. 15The Greatest Night in Pop

    The Greatest Night in Pop (2024)

    ★ 7.9/10Also documentary

    On a January night in 1985, music's biggest stars gathered to record "We Are the World." This documentary goes behind the scenes of the historic event.

  16. 1640 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic

    40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic (2020)

    ★ 7.5/10Also documentary

    Sylvester Stallone and John G. Avildsen narrate behind-the-scenes footage from the making of "Rocky" to mark the film's 40th anniversary.

  17. 17Music by John Williams

    Music by John Williams (2024)

    ★ 8/10Also documentary

    His unforgettable scores are an essential part of some of the most beloved movies of our time, over a career that spans decades. See and hear maestro John Williams' own story, with insights from filmmakers, musicians…

  18. 18John Candy: I Like Me

    John Candy: I Like Me (2025)

    ★ 7.9/10Also documentary

    Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.

  19. 19The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story

    The Show Must Go On: The Queen + Adam Lambert Story (2019)

    ★ 7.3/10Also documentary

    A documentary chronicling Queen and Lambert's incredible journey since they first shared the stage together on "American Idol" in 2009.

  20. 20Being James Bond

    Being James Bond (2021)

    ★ 7.8/10Also documentary

    Daniel Craig candidly reflects on his 15 year adventure as James Bond. Including never-before-seen archival footage from Casino Royale to the upcoming 25th film No Time To Die, Craig shares his personal memories in…

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