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Movies Like El arresto

If you liked El arresto (1982), a drama and documentary movie directed by Luis Antonio Rosario Quiles, 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. 1Héctor el Father: Conocerás la verdad

    Héctor el Father: Conocerás la verdad (2018)

    ★ 7.9/10Also drama and documentary

    This autobiography of Hector Delgado runs from his childhood to become one of the greatest exponents of the urban genre, but the results of that life did not please him and led him to try to take his life .After being…

  2. 2Van Gogh: Painted with Words

    Van Gogh: Painted with Words (2010)

    ★ 7.3/10Also drama and documentary

    A drama-documentary presented by Alan Yentob, with Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role. Every word spoken by the actors in this film is sourced from the letters that Van Gogh sent to his younger brother Theo, and of…

  3. 3Ten Minutes Older: The Trumpet

    Ten Minutes Older: The Trumpet (2002)

    ★ 6.8/10Also drama and documentary

    Ten Minutes Older is a 2002 film project consisting of two compilation feature films entitled The Trumpet and The Cello. The project was conceived by the producer Nicolas McClintock as a reflection on the theme of time…

  4. 4Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D)

    Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) (2026)

    ★ 8.4/10Also documentary

    Captured during Billie Eilish's sold-out world tour, a concert experience from one of the most celebrated and successful artists of her generation, presented in immersive 3D.

  5. 5Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple

    Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple (2006)

    ★ 7/10Also documentary

    Featuring never-before-seen footage, this documentary delivers a startling new look at the Peoples Temple, headed by preacher Jim Jones who, in 1978, led more than 900 members to Guyana, where he orchestrated a mass…

  6. 6D.F. (final destiny)

    D.F. (final destiny) (2008)

    ★ 6.2/10Also documentary

    Documentary by Mateo Gutiérrez about the life of his father, Héctor "Toba" Gutiérrez Ruiz (1934-1976), which includes interviews with people who witnessed moments in the life of the former president of the House of…

  7. 7McQueen

    McQueen (2018)

    ★ 7.4/10Also documentary

    Alexander McQueen's rags-to-riches story is a modern-day fairy tale, laced with the gothic. Mirroring the savage beauty, boldness and vivacity of his design, this documentary is an intimate revelation of McQueen's own…

  8. 8Deliver Us from Evil

    Deliver Us from Evil (2006)

    ★ 7.2/10Also documentary

    Documentary filmmaker Amy Berg investigates the life of 30-year pedophile Father Oliver O'Grady and exposes the corruption inside the Catholic Church that allowed him to abuse countless children. Victims' stories and a…

  9. 9Western Stars

    Western Stars (2019)

    ★ 7/10Also documentary

    The incomparable Bruce Springsteen performs his critically acclaimed latest album and muses on life, rock, and the American dream, in this intimate and personal concert film co-directed by Thom Zimny and Springsteen…

  10. 10Adele One Night Only

    Adele One Night Only (2021)

    ★ 7.7/10Also documentary

    A primetime special with performances from the superstar including Adele’s first new material in six years plus her chart-topping hits. The special will also feature an exclusive interview with Adele by Oprah Winfrey…

  11. 11Avatar: 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.

  12. 12Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story

    Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story (2025)

    ★ 6.2/10Also documentary

    Unravel the case of Utah therapist Jodi Hildebrandt, whose child abuse arrest with parenting YouTuber Ruby Franke exposed a twisted tale of manipulation.

  13. 13Who Are You, Charlie Brown?

    Who Are You, Charlie Brown? (2021)

    ★ 6.9/10Also documentary

    Lupita 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…

  14. 1442 Up

    42 Up (1999)

    ★ 7.6/10Also documentary

    Director Michael Apted revisits the same group of British-born adults after a 7 year wait. The subjects are interviewed as to the changes that have occurred in their lives during the last seven years.

  15. 15In the Realms of the Unreal

    In the Realms of the Unreal (2004)

    ★ 7.2/10Also documentary

    In the Realms of the Unreal is a documentary about the reclusive Chicago-based artist Henry Darger. Henry Darger was so reclusive that when he died his neighbors were surprised to find a 15,145-page manuscript along…

  16. 16A Toxic Love Story

    A Toxic Love Story (2026)

    ★ 6.4/10Also documentary

    A string of threatening emails escalates into a revenge plot involving a newly married US marshal and his ex-girlfriend.

  17. 17Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2

    Savage X Fenty Show Vol. 2 (2020)

    ★ 7.5/10Also documentary

    Rihanna invites you to a high energy and visually stunning experience where you can watch and shop her latest lingerie line. Hear from Rihanna, those closest to her, and go behind-the-scenes of the Savage X Fenty brand…

  18. 18Tyson

    Tyson (2008)

    ★ 6.8/10Also documentary and drama

    Director James Toback takes an unflinching, uncompromising look at the life of Mike Tyson--almost solely from the perspective of the man himself. TYSON alternates between the controversial boxer addressing the camera…

  19. 19Harmontown

    Harmontown (2014)

    ★ 6.6/10Also documentary

    A comedic, brutally honest documentary following self-destructive TV writer Dan Harmon as he takes his live podcast on a national tour.

  20. 20Maternal Instinct

    Maternal Instinct (2026)

    ★ 7.2/10Also documentary

    Police pull over a woman who claims she just gave birth. But the baby — and the blood — aren't hers. Twisted lies unravel in this true-crime documentary.

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