Movies Like Macheads
If you liked Macheads (2009), a documentary movie directed by Kobi Shely, 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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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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Trekkies (1997)
★ 6.3/10Also documentaryDenise Crosby takes a first look at the huge fans of "Star Trek" from around America and how the series has affected and shaped their lives.
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Raiders!: The Story of the Greatest Fan Film Ever Made (2015)
★ 6.7/10Also documentaryIn 1982, three 11 year-olds in Mississippi set out to remake their favorite film: Raiders of the Lost Ark. It took seven turbulent years that tested the limits of their friendship and nearly burned down their mother's…
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Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)
★ 7.2/10Also documentaryAn inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.
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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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Never Surrender: A Galaxy Quest Documentary (2019)
★ 7.4/10Also documentaryA feature-length documentary about the film Galaxy Quest and its legacy, celebrating its milestone 20th anniversary.
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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'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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Steve Jobs: Billion Dollar Hippy (2011)
★ 6.2/10Also documentaryBroadly considered a brand that inspires fervour and defines cool consumerism, Apple has become one of the biggest corporations in the world, fuelled by game-changing products that tap into modern desires. Its leader…
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Above Majestic (2018)
★ 7.4/10Also documentaryA look at the origins, history and conspiracies behind the "Majestic 12", a clandestine group of military and corporate figureheads charged with reverse-engineering extraterrestrial technology.
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Star Wars Biomes (2021)
★ 6.4/10Also documentaryTake a virtual vacation to some of the Star Wars films' most iconic and beloved locations like Hoth, Tatooine, and Sorgan, as this charming series whisks you off for fly-through tours of the Galaxy Far, Far Away.
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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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Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts (2022)
★ 7.3/10Also documentaryAn enchanting making-of story told through all-new in-depth interviews and cast conversations, inviting fans on a magical first-person journey through one of the most beloved film franchises of all time.
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Fyre Fraud (2019)
★ 6.4/10Also documentaryA true-crime comedy exploring a failed music festival turned internet meme at the nexus of social media influence, late-stage capitalism, and morality in the post-truth era.
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Video Games: The Movie (2014)
★ 6.2/10Also documentaryFrom executive producer Zach Braff and director Jeremy Snead, "Video Games: The Movie" is an epic feature length documentary chronicling the meteoric rise of video games from nerd niche to multi-billion dollar…
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Struggle: The Life and Lost Art of Szukalski (2018)
★ 7.5/10Also documentaryArtists in LA discover the work of forgotten Polish sculptor Stanislav Szukalski, a mad genius whose true story unfolds chapter by astounding chapter.
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Let It Be (1970)
★ 7.7/10Also documentaryA documentary chronicling the Beatles' rehearsal sessions in January 1969 for their proposed "back to basics" album, "Get Back," later re-envisioned and released as "Let It Be."
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The Matrix Revisited (2001)
★ 6.9/10Also documentaryThe film goes behind the scenes of the 1999 sci-fi movie The Matrix.
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Chadwick Boseman: A Tribute for a King (2020)
★ 8.1/10Also documentaryA tribute to Chadwick Boseman, celebrating his life and legacy.
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The Class of ‘92 (2013)
★ 7.1/10Also documentaryA 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, Paul Scholes, Phil and Gary Neville)…