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Movies Like Going Attractions: The Definitive Story of the American Drive-in Movie

If you liked Going Attractions: The Definitive Story of the American Drive-in Movie (2013), a documentary and family movie directed by April Wright, 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. 1Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound

    Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound (2019)

    ★ 6.9/10Also documentary and history

    The history of cinematic sound, told by legendary sound designers and visionary filmmakers.

  2. 2That's Entertainment!

    That's Entertainment! (1974)

    ★ 7.4/10Also documentary and family

    Various MGM stars from yesterday present their favorite musical moments from the studio's 50 year history.

  3. 3Audrey

    Audrey (2020)

    ★ 7.1/10Also documentary and history

    An unprecedented and intimate look at the life, work and enduring legacy of British actress Audrey Hepburn (1929-1993).

  4. 4Ronaldo

    Ronaldo (2015)

    ★ 7/10Also documentary and history

    Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated figures in football. For the first time…

  5. 5Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché

    Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché (2018)

    ★ 7.2/10Also documentary and history

    The epic life story of Alice Guy-Blaché (1873–1968), a French screenwriter, director and producer, true pioneer of cinema, the first person who made a narrative fiction film; author of hundreds of movies, but banished…

  6. 6Red Army

    Red Army (2015)

    ★ 7.4/10Also documentary and history

    A documentary highlighting the Soviet Union's legendary and enigmatic hockey training culture and world-dominating team through the eyes of the team's Captain Slava Fetisov, following his shift from hockey star and…

  7. 7The Untold History Of The United States

    The Untold History Of The United States (2012)

    ★ 8.2/10Also documentary and history

    Oliver Stone charts the history of the United States from the Second World War to the present.

  8. 8Dolphin Reef

    Dolphin Reef (2018)

    ★ 6.8/10Also documentary and family

    Echo is a youngster who can't quite decide if it's time to grow up and take on new responsibilities-or give in to her silly side and just have fun. Dolphin society is tricky, and the coral reef that Echo and his family…

  9. 9Apollo: Missions to the Moon

    Apollo: Missions to the Moon (2019)

    ★ 7.3/10Also documentary and history

    National Geographic's riveting effort recounts all 12 crewed missions using only archival footage, photos and audio.

  10. 10In the Shadow of the Moon

    In the Shadow of the Moon (2007)

    ★ 7.6/10Also documentary and history

    Archival material from the original NASA film footage – much of it seen for the first time – plus interviews with the surviving astronauts, including Jim Lovell, Dave Scott, John Young, Gene Cernan, Mike Collins, Buzz…

  11. 11Titanic: 20 Years Later with James Cameron

    Titanic: 20 Years Later with James Cameron (2017)

    ★ 6.6/10Also documentary and history

    For the 20th anniversary of "Titanic," James Cameron reopens the file on the disaster.

  12. 12The Meerkats

    The Meerkats (2008)

    ★ 6.7/10Also documentary and family

    A coming of age story following a young meerkat pup, Kolo, growing up in the Kalahari desert; and an inspiring look at how one family's connection to each other and their surroundings is a model of resilience and…

  13. 13The Elephant Queen

    The Elephant Queen (2019)

    ★ 7.3/10Also documentary and family

    Embark on an epic journey of family, courage, and coming home in this feature-length documentary. Join Athena, the majestic matriarch, as she leads her elephant herd across an unforgiving African landscape filled with…

  14. 14O.J.: Made in America

    O.J.: Made in America (2016)

    ★ 8.4/10Also documentary and history

    A chronicle of the rise and fall of O.J. Simpson, whose high-profile murder trial exposed the extent of American racial tensions, revealing a fractured and divided nation.

  15. 15Capitalism: A Love Story

    Capitalism: A Love Story (2009)

    ★ 7.1/10Also documentary and history

    Michael Moore comes home to the issue he's been examining throughout his career: the disastrous impact of corporate dominance on the everyday lives of Americans (and by default, the rest of the world).

  16. 16My Generation

    My Generation (2017)

    ★ 7/10Also documentary and history

    The vivid and inspiring story of British film icon Michael Caine's personal journey through 1960s swinging London.

  17. 17A LEGO Brickumentary

    A LEGO Brickumentary (2014)

    ★ 5.9/10Also documentary and family

    A look at the global culture and appeal of the LEGO building-block toys.

  18. 18I Called Him Morgan

    I Called Him Morgan (2016)

    ★ 7/10Also documentary and history

    Part jazz history, part true-crime tale, Kasper Collin’s new documentary employs extensive archival footage and new interviews to tell the tragic story of the magnificently talented trumpeter Lee Morgan and his…

  19. 19Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool

    Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool (2019)

    ★ 7.1/10Also documentary and history

    An immersive look at the eventful life and brilliant artistic career of visionary American jazz trumpeter Miles Davis (1926-1991).

  20. 20Glee: The Concert Movie

    Glee: The Concert Movie (2011)

    ★ 7.3/10Also documentary and family

    A concert documentary shot during the Glee Live! In Concert! summer 2011 tour, featuring song performances and fans' life stories and how the show influenced them.

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