Movies Like The Seinfeld Story

If you liked The Seinfeld Story (2004), a documentary and comedy movie directed by Morgan Sackett, 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
Comedian (2002)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
A look at the work of two stand-up comics, Jerry Seinfeld and a lesser-known newcomer, detailing the effort and frustration behind putting together a successful act and career while living a life on the road.
2
Aziz Ansari: Right Now (2019)
★ 7.1/10Also comedy and documentary
In a comedy special directed by Spike Jonze, Aziz Ansari shares deep personal insights and hilarious takes on wokeness, family and the social climate.
3
Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa .5 (2014)
★ 6/10Also comedy and documentary
Bad Grandpa .5 gives you a whole new perspective on the world of Irving Zisman with bonus scenes and pranks also featuring Spike Jonze as "Gloria" and Catherine Keener as Irving's wife "Ellie", plus a look at the…
4
Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie (2003)
★ 6/10Also comedy and documentary
The comedic stylings of four sort-of famous funnymen are brought to the big screen courtesy of this 2002 documentary.
5
George Carlin: Doin' It Again (1990)
★ 7.7/10Also comedy and documentary
George Carlin brings his comedy back to New Jersey and this time talks about Offensive Language, Euphemisms, They're Only Words, Dogs, Things you never hear, see or wanna hear, Some people are stupid, Cancer…
6
George Carlin: Complaints & Grievances (2001)
★ 7.6/10Also comedy and documentary
George Carlin performs a hilarious set of never-before released material in "Complaints and Grievances." His 12th HBO special was recorded live at the Beacon Theater in New York City on November 17, 2001. In…
7
Friends: The Reunion (2021)
★ 7.8/10Also documentary and comedy
The cast of Friends reunites for a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of the hit series, an unforgettable evening filled with iconic memories, uncontrollable laughter, happy tears, and special guests.
8
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.
9
John Mulaney: The Comeback Kid (2015)
★ 7.7/10Also comedy and documentary
Armed with boyish charm and a sharp wit, the former "SNL" writer offers sly takes on marriage, his beef with babies and the time he met Bill Clinton.
10
Tropic Thunder: Rain of Madness (2008)
★ 6.8/10Also comedy and documentary
A behind-the-scenes mockumentary of Tropic Thunder.
11
Robin Williams: Live on Broadway (2002)
★ 7.8/10Also comedy and documentary
2002 HBO Stand-up Special starring Robin Williams. Recorded and broadcast live from New York City's Broadway Theater at the culmination of his historic 2002 sold-out tour, this special finds the Oscar-winning…
12
Kevin Hart: Zero F**ks Given (2020)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
Kevin Hart serves up laughs and brick oven pizza from the comfort of his home, and dishes on male group chats, sex after 40 and life with COVID-19.
13
Jerry Before Seinfeld (2017)
★ 6.7/10Also comedy and documentary
Jerry Seinfeld returns to the club that gave him his start in the 1970s, mixing iconic jokes with stories from his childhood and early days in comedy.
14
Comedy Central Roast of Bruce Willis (2018)
★ 6.6/10Also comedy and documentary
Bruce Willis goes from "Die Hard" to dead on arrival as some of the biggest names in entertainment serve up punches of their own to Hollywood's go-to action star. And with Roast Master Joseph Gordon-Levitt at the helm…
15
Kevin Hart: Irresponsible (2019)
★ 6.7/10Also comedy and documentary
Stand-up comedian Kevin Hart talks about his family, travel and a year full of reckless behavior in front of a live sold-out crowd in London.
16
Talking Funny (2011)
★ 7.4/10Also comedy and documentary
What does it mean to be a successful comedian? How far can the boundaries of taste be pushed to get a laugh? Four top comics, Ricky Gervais, Louis C.K., Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock, discuss and debate their craft.
17
American Pie: Revealed (2004)
★ 6/10Also documentary and comedy
Documentary about the making of American Pie (1999), American Pie 2 (2001) and American Wedding (2003).
18
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.
19
Come See Me in the Good Light (2025)
★ 7.1/10Also documentary
In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.
20
Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip (1982)
★ 7.4/10Also comedy and documentary
Richard Pryor's stand-up act includes his frank discussion about his freebasing addiction, as well as the infamous night on June 9, 1980 that he caught on fire.